Now that Argentina’s finally ranked in the World’s 50 Best Restaurant for the first time in 15 years, dinner at Tegui is your ultimate fine-dining port of call in Buenos Aires. Germán Martitegui’s eight-course culinary adventure switches up every month, and as the chef-patron sources ingredients from tiny producers around the country, you truly get to sample a taste of Argentina.
Dashing wait staff run a smooth ship at this extremely stylish establishment, Martitegui overseeing every last detail; that includes a slick open kitchen you should definitely approach to see the team preparing scallops, Royal quinoa, green apple and kefir plated in Petri dishes, flame-grilled oysters for that classic Argentine touch or The Claw, a succulent partridge leg and breast. Also, keep an eye out to watch the sommelier ‘flyng’ through the wine cellar.
El Camarón Dorado is a local spot in Cozumel and a hidden secret between locals. The food is cheap and delicious. The seafood they offer in this establishment is freshly caught from the ocean every day, and you can be a spectator of this if you arrive early in the morning, you will see how fishermen deliver their load that will later be used to created these majestic “shrimp tacos” and other meals on the menu that give this restaurant its reputation. It is expected to eat more than usual and go with a big appetite. The tortilla from the shrimp tacos is soft and small, the shrimp are breaded and if you order “con todo” meaning with everything you will get in them, beans, sour cream, and purple onion. It is suggested to order a “guacamole” on the side to truly feel in heaven. El Camarón Dorado is a great spot to enjoy the local seafood cuisine.
J. T. Farhnham’s located on Ebon Creek overlooking the Essex River is best known for their award-winning "golden-fried clams" and “the best seafood chowder”. With the family being over seven decades in the business, they create homemade and local favorite recipes from the abundance of seafood harvested daily. Along with the acclaimed dishes, the top orders from the menu includes onion rings, crab and lobster rolls, crab cakes, lobster bisque, sweet coleslaw. Do not miss out on their "catch of the day dish".
They have an indoor and outdoor seating with an unmatched view and direct access to the water and marsh and easy access for boaters to order.
Open seven days a week, they work from the first Friday in March until the last Sunday in November.
This luxurious villa-like hotel on the cape of the sea not only boasts of the picturesque sea view from the rooms but also the owner, Gérald Passédat’s three Michelin starred restaurant. Gérald Passédat joined the kitchen of the family restaurant Le Petit Nice, Marseille in 1985 and has been a chef there since 1987. His cuisine reflects his traditional southern heritage and offers a gastronomic dive. Local fishes are naturally a major part of his menu and the influence of the Provence especially Marseille is seen in the different herbs and vegetables used in his dishes. His signature dish involves the Bouille Abaisee and the famous Loup Lucie (sea bass). Do keep a room for the desserts as they are impressive not only by taste but also a delight to the eye, the Pink Pralines and Chocolate Equateur with raspberry vinegar are the ones to have.
Cozumel Island, in the Mexican Caribbean, has many options to offer, and Buenaventura Terrasse is a great start if it’s your first time on the island as a beautiful breakfast spot. All egg lovers will find different preparations using eggs that will be both unique and delicious. One of my favorite dishes is called “Huevos a la Veracruzana,” which is a typical breakfast served in Veracruz, a state in Mexico. This recipe combines scrambled eggs, beans, sour cream, fresh cheese and plantain all wrapped in a tortilla. It is spectacular, and even more so when having the Caribbean sea in front of you –what a way to start the day on the right foot. Another of my favorite egg dishes on the menu is “Huevos Motuleños” which are typical of the state of Yucatán, and is a fried tortilla, and on top, a fried egg is placed along with some black beans, and a sauce prepared with tomatoes, ham, and peas. One thing for certain is that it won’t be a boring breakfast.
This cute café in Barbados is a must go if you fancy eating healthy options from time to time but don’t want to compromise any of the flavors that eating “real food” provides. As a nutritionist, this is one of my favorite spots on the island. Usually, salads don’t have a great reputation, but the spinach quinoa feta in Café 195 and bistro has a mix of flavors that are just exquisite. The dish comes with baby spinach, quinoa, mandarin orange, dried blueberries, toasted almonds, crumbled feta cheese, and drizzled mix berry vinaigrette -too delicious for words. If having just a salad is not enough, it is a good idea to have it as a side with their salmon caper toasted focaccia, which has smoked salmon, caper cream cheese, pickles, caramelized onions and is delicious to the taste buds. In regards to beverages, their cappuccinos are wonderfully decorated and flavourful and their Aussie Blends Probiotic Yogurt Smoothies are delicious, my favorite picks are the berry bliss and tropical delight. Enjoy!
Pepenero is located at Limegrove Mall in Barbados in a casual but pleasant setting. During weekends, it offers an excellent opportunity to listen to some Caribbean tunes from live bands while enjoying a meal in one of the fantastic restaurants in the open-air plaza. Pepenero offers Italian cuisine and by far one of the best things on the menu is the homemade arrabbiata sauce. After trying it, it wasn’t easy to guess that local peppers were in the list of the ingredients, which the waitress reaffirmed a bit later on in the evening. If you come to Barbados you must take one of the local pepper sauces back home; it will be impressive to even the most connoisseur of pepper eaters. To continue with the experience at this restaurant, the arugula, and marinated sundried tomatoes mixed perfectly with the pasta made of linguine all’ arrabbiata, one of the preferred dishes to order. Pepenero also offers an array of pasta, grilled salmon, grilled pork escalopes and a selection of pizzas that are to die for.
Opa is located at Limegrove, one of the fanciest malls in Barbados. However, this cute little Greek spot is not hard in the pocket. The prices are accessible, offering all types of appetizers from Greek dips with an assortment of flatbreads to the delicious “Spanakopita” a spinach and feta cheese wrapped in a pastry. To continue with the feta ride is impossible to leave without trying the feta fries, which are crunchy, and the consistency just gets better with all the crumbled feta on top that is bathed in their homemade Greek salad dressing. If taking care of the diet, the best options on the menu are the dips with pita bread, with a selection of hummus, olive/sundried tomato tapenade, spicy feta, taramosalata, and tzatziki to choose from – Genius way to “escape the pallet” to the Greek islands, all the way from a cosy Caribbean locale.
Flow Wine Bar and Kitchen is a location not to be missed in St. Vincent and The Grenadines. It is possibly one of the most thought out menus on the island; it is a fusion of local and international cuisine, but yet it does not lose its Caribbean vibe. This restaurant is located in the heart of Kingstown, with all of the dishes being carefully selected to please the toughest of palates. The chef and staff put extra care into the plate presentation and the ambient of the location with warm lighting, lounge music, and excellent service. The menu is extensive, but after going several times while living in St. Vincent & The Grenadines some of the best dishes are the spicy panko-coconut shrimp with chilli-mustard dip, and of course, the coconut curry chicken with potatoes, naan, basil, and mango chutney. Prices are affordable, and it is a great restaurant to celebrate special occasions while on an island.
St. Vincent is a small island, with very few to no café’s and cute little places to enjoy coffee, pastry or something small to eat. Therefore, finding this new location on the island felt like a success. Lola’s Café offers a healthy edition menu with themes such as “pesto signature” where all dishes have pesto on them giving their dishes that zesty, flavourful spread. They also offer all kind of smoothies, coffee preparations, and delicious pastries to pair them with. One of the best and healthier dishes is the veggie pesto sandwich accompanied with salad since it has that crunchiness and full of flavor from the perfectly grilled vegetables – A lovely restaurant that will make anyone feel in a city again.