Steady on Solent
I think DOC was speaking slightly tongue in cheek there.
You are obviously a local (from you name) and for what it's worth, I think Sandown has to be one of the nicest places to visit in the South. I was there last w/e and witnessed the sogginess of the runway (ie the shortened version)!!
As a farmer I too get somewhat annoyed by people being critical of any type of food. We should be thankful for what we can get.
DOC sounds like he enjoys high quality gastronomy and has kindly given me directions by email to the restaurant near Bembridge.
Hoping the wind drops later...........
Safe flying all