Posts Tagged ‘Dining in Bonaire’

Lunch at Capriccio’s

December 31, 2011

Lola and Andrea have moved their restaurant down the street on the waterfront in Bonaire. My favorite meal is lunch. Kate, Marguerite and I went on a Wed. and had a glorious meal. Marguerite chose the Antipasto, Kate chose the pasta Carbonara (Lola calls it breakfast pasta with egg and parma ham) and I had the fish soup. Lola served freshly baked bread and small salads. Once the meals arrived we settled in with a bottle Torresela Pinot Grigio. My soup was delicious with a savory salty broth and bits of fresh local tuna and wahoo as well as imported shrimp and mussels.

After our entrees, Kate tempted us with the notion of sharing a Tiramisu. It’s not something I typically order but thank goodness I heeded her advice. The massive portion of creamy coffee delight was pure ambrosia. We fought over the last spoon.

Capriccio’s serves lunch 5 days a week and presently dinner 7 days a week. They also feature a lovely boutique complete with fine wines, pastas, sauces and delicious treats.

To book your table use the online Bonaire Concierge Specialist, Ann Phelan. Email ann@bonairecaribbean.com

Last Night Was Unbelievable

July 26, 2011

Last night my friends invited me to dine with them at Unbelievable. Owned by Bonairean, Robby Matthew, this Caribbean inspired restaurant was truly UNBELIEVABLE.

Robby and Mary, his life partner greeted me enthusiastically. Robby has created a Caribbean oasis with amazing light fixtures, Caribbean inspired art and comfortable seating. His kind jovial personality enhances the dining experience. I was whisked upstairs to the lovely patio. The cooling breezes and views of the sea beyond under a starlit sky was amazing.

My friends arrived shortly after and we were catered to by Cliff, one of Bonaire’s best waiters. He also happens to be a park ranger so don’t be surprised if you see him at Washington Park. He recommended the fresh Wahoo or the Bahamian Conch. My friend ordered the mixed seafood grill and a calamari appetizer. His wife ordered the conch and I asked Cliff to surprise me.

The conch app was amazing. I loved the cornmeal breading. Our entrees came and were artfully prepared and piping hot. My surprise entree was the Shrimp Provencal! Everyone loved their food. The photos speak clearly to the presentation.

Shrimp Provencal

Mixed Seafood Grill

Conch

We were stuffed but I was dying to try Robby’s house made Key Lime Pie so I ordered it to go. It was the most amazing breakfast I ever had!!

Unbelievable is on Abraham Blvd. past Divi. Call Robby at 717 3000 or allow Caribbean Wind & Sun’s Concierge book your next vacation and dinner at Unbelievable.

Foodie Bliss at Wil’s Tropical Grill

May 5, 2011

One of my favorite restaurants is Wil’s Tropical Grill. My friends Sue and Wil are the most incredible people and the setting is restful and charming. Of course Wil prepares healthy and tasty food including always fresh fish and lovely desserts.

Caesar Salad

My sweet teen seems to always order the proscuitto wrapped romaine Caesar salad and for me, the calamari salad. We love the desserts and of course the chilled house wines.

Calamari Salad

To book your table contact me at ann@bonairecaribbean.com. I offer free concierge to all clients and Bonaire Bliss readers.

Wil’s Tropical Grill Christmas Holiday Menu

November 29, 2010

Dec. 24, 25 and 26

$56.00 3 course dinner
Appetizers
Szechuan Peppercorn Cured Fresh Salmon
with Soybeans, Seaweed Salad & Soybean Wasabi Puree
*****
Goat Cheese Beignets with Roasted Red Beet &
Mustarda Di Fruitti Compote
*****
Crispy Blue Corn Shell Stuffed with a Crab & Baby Shrimp Salad with
Mango Serrano Pepper Crema
*******
Beef 4 Ways platter
-Beef TarTar with Homemade Potato Chips
-Negamaki with teriyaki sauce
-Bresola with a Marinated Artichoke Salad
-Oxtail Soup

Main
Red Chilli Honey Glazed “Catch” with Grilled Polenta Cake,
Black Bean Salsa & Jalapeño Cilantro Crème
*****
Grilled Jumbo Shrimp with a Panzanella with an Italian Herb Salsa
*****
Grilled Filet Mignon with a BBQ Red Onion Demi Glace ,
Mac & Cheese and Zucchini Cake
*****
Pumpkin Gnocchi with Brown Butter, Sage and Parmesan Cheese

Dessert
Carrot Cake with a Cream Cheese Mousse
*****
Tropical Mango Rum Tiramisu
*****
Peanut Butter Crème Brule with Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars

SORRY NO CHILDRENS MENU

ALL ITEMS SUBJECT TO CHANGE DUE TO AVAILABLITY
CALL FOR RESERVATIONS 717-6616

Appetite Dining Experience

May 1, 2010

Goat Cheese Salad

One word..WOW

The setting is magical. It is away from the town traffic and is very airey and breezy. The surroundings are very pleasing.The wait staff were attentive. The menu has plastic fake grass a little odd but fun. We had house wine, 7 guilder and quite good. My dining companion ordered the local goat cheese salad. The presentation was flawless. I had the Dorado medium rare with a mango zabayon and rice with asparagus. He had the tenderloin in green peppercorn sauce with homemade thick cut fries. It was outstanding but curiously served luke warm. Hot would have been nice. Oh oh..the homemade bread with EVOO, Bonairean salt and Tzatziki was amazing.

I ordered the lime mousse that came with a fat fresh strawberry and a dollop of ice cream. The mousse had a bitter juice on top I did not fancy so I poured it out and devoured the mousse. WOW….

I think the bill was 147,00 ANG before a generous gratuity was paid.

Caribbean Wind & Sun offer free Concierge Services for all esteemed clients. Contact the Bonaire experts at 800-219-0118 (US) or 011 599 786 3134.


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