“We don’t celebrate Halloween in Aruba.” That statement makes just about as much sense as the decisions that most scary movie characters make: NONE – of course us islanders celebrate the most spooktacular day of the year! Remember, we are the One Happy Island…This is Aruba’s official nickname, because our people love to celebrate life, … Continue reading “Getting Ghoulish in Aruba to Celebrate Halloween 2019”
5 Surinamese & Indonesian Restaurants to Try in Aruba
What can I say besides the fact that what we call Surinamese food here in Aruba is freaking delicious? Well, for starters let me clarify that the following restaurants don’t just specialize in Surinamese dishes, but a lot of them are venues that have menus that include more of a fusion mixed between Surinamese and … Continue reading “5 Surinamese & Indonesian Restaurants to Try in Aruba”
A Look Back at the Old Aruba
We’re taking it way, way back. Back to when Aruba consisted of only dirt, cacti, donkeys, goats, bare beaches, and simple times! For those of you that only know Aruba as you see it today, take a look at the early days of our “One Happy Island”! Goats enjoying a beach day! Back when … Continue reading “A Look Back at the Old Aruba”
The Culinary Wonder that is Sunset Grille
To dine or not to dine at Hilton Aruba’s famed Sunset Grille? If you are considering whether or not to add Sunset Grille to your Aruba dining list, please, think no more and put it at the top of your list! I had the opportunity to experience Sunset Grille’s new food and wine pairing, which … Continue reading “The Culinary Wonder that is Sunset Grille”
Spice up the Holiday Season in Aruba with Pumpkin Pancakes
It’s safe to say that if seasons had favorite fruits, pumpkins would be the pick of choice for fall. Although we don’t really have seasons here in Aruba, you know like the ones where the weather drastically changes, it seems the island does shift in and out of what I like to refer to as … Continue reading “Spice up the Holiday Season in Aruba with Pumpkin Pancakes”