You’ve done countless online searches for the BEST things to do in St. Croix and the results pretty much share the same thing. Do you know what’s missing from almost every single one of those lists? The unique, one-of-a-kind experiences that make St. Croix the magical place that it is! It’s no wonder why many people who visit the big island are instantly plotting the …
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How St. Croix Food & Wine Experience benefits the US Virgin Islands
St. Croix Food & Wine Experience (STXFWE) is the annual benefit for the St. Croix Foundation for Community Development that will take place April 7-10, 2017. From night flights accompanied with worldly wines and delectable bites to a sunset BBQ on the island’s west end to intimate dinners prepared by world-renowned chefs, STXFWE has something for everyone. What’s even better is that it supports a …
Continue readingIf you’re one of the 35,000+ people heading to Trinidad Carnival 2019, you’ve been preparing yourself for a marathon session of parties (also known as a fete), parades & bacchanal! If this is your first time heading to this bucket list celebration, you’re in for a time of your life. All inclusive fetes with countless drinks, local foods & hypnotizing music that is set to …
Continue readingAll this time, you’ve been convinced that all beers taste the same. You taste a beer and the first one is just as bitter as the next. You can’t understand the recent fascination of the craft beer trend and you’re patiently waiting for all the hoopla to die down. Well, I’m sorry to burst your bubble but craft beer is no trend. It’s here to …
Continue readingA winning combination of locally brewed craft beer and a thoughtfully curated menu was the result of my first beer dinner experience at Tucker Duke’s Lunchbox in Deerfield Beach, FL. Voted as South Florida’s #1 Craft Burger & Craft Beer joint, this restaurant is the brain child of Florida native and recent tw0-time winner of Food Network’s “Cutthroat Kitchen”, Brian Cartenuto. Tucker Duke’s launched their …
Continue readingIf you’re not scoping out the craft beer scene, you’re missing the boat on the next big thing that’s seems to have already arrived. Exploring Atlanta in my travels brought me to the oldest brewery in Georgia, Red Brick Brewing Company. I’ve been learning more about craft beer & realizing that women may be missing out on this trend. When you compare a glass of …
Continue readingGet whisked away to the country of Peru on the ultimate foodie journey in just one night! That’s certainly happened at Peru Gourmet 2015 Festival hosted by the Peruvian American Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday June 9th at the Rusty Pelican Restaurant in Miami, FL. In its 5th consecutive year, the Peru Gourmet Festival continues to raise funds to benefit various charities and nonprofit organizations …
Continue readingSummer time is here again and that means it’s food festival season in every corner and crevice of North America. Seasonal fruits are highlighted and showcased during festivals created in their honor such as strawberries, cherries, even lentils and asparagus (just to name a few)! Craft beers, BBQ & bourbon often come together during this time and makes for one-of-a-kind outings for you & your …
Continue readingA Night Out in STX – History with a Twist
The restaurant scene on St. Croix has continued to evolve over the last few years with the addition of some trendy new establishments. Zion Modern Kitchen is one of the new kids on the block, taking first place in the beverage category at A Taste of St. Croix event earlier this month as well as People’s Choice. A Taste of St. Croix is the inaugural …
Continue readingThere’s nothing as enjoyable as freshly made omelets, fluffy pancakes, locally grown fruit & unlimited mimosas. When it comes to identifying the perfect place for brunch, these are some of the must-have qualities because without it, brunch can possibly fall short of being epic. Max’s Harvest in Delray Beach, FL has all the makings for a unique brunch experience that guarantees guests will be back …
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