Locally caught crab, lobster and scallops are available in many of the Islay restaurants. Succulent oysters, farmed in the clear waters of Loch Gruniart, can be purchased at Craigens farm.

Islay is famous for its malt whisky which is produced in eight distilleries scattered throughout the island .Visitors can sample a 'wee dram' during the tours run by many of the Islay distilleries, where the fascinating process of whisky making is demonstrated .