DESTINATIONS FOOD & DRINK | CARIBBEAN & ATLANTIC OCEAN
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“I have visited Bermuda about 20 times, and every time I
CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Aerial view of Bermuda; Cooper’s Island Nature Reserve; Hamilton, capital of Bermuda PICTURES: Shutterstock/Brookgardener, Darryl Brooks; Bermuda Tourism Authority/Ciara Eve, Rohan Shastri
UK, business travellers and well- heeled holidaymakers convened in Bermuda, either to wait out the 14 days needed to enter the US or to work in paradise. In fact, the regularity of journeys like these kept some occupancy rates at near 75% when hotels in other parts of the world were forced to close. And of course, there are the many wealthy residents; Bermuda has one of the highest GDPs per capita in the world and counts billionaire former New York mayor Michael Bloomberg among its flock. All of this means, now that tourists are finally returning in their droves, there are a lot of new places to eat and drink – as I recently discovered on a whirlwind tour of the islands. One of the hottest places to
be is The Tasting Room, a new wine shop and bar where you can sample about 40 wines dispensed from its enomatic machines. These
temperature-controlled devices keep bottles in top condition, automatically dispensing tasters or full servings at the touch of a button, so you end up with the perfect drink every time. Locals also love Huckleberry – a nod to Mark Twain, who loved holidaying in Bermuda –
where cronuts (croissant doughnut), croclair (croissant éclair) and cruffin (croissant muffin) have all landed with a Bermudian twist. The cronut takes its flavour cues from the rum swizzle, a fruity punch that’s the drink of choice for many Bermudians.
NEW OPENINGS
More openings are on the way from the many luxury hotels across the islands. The whimsical Cambridge Beaches, known for its traditional cottage-style accommodation, is going through a major design update ahead of its centenary next
year – think shades of coral pink and avocado green with modern rattan furniture and bold prints – as well as a restaurant refresh. The opening of Sunken Harbor Club this summer is the highlight; it’s a new outpost for the celebrated New York bar, but the food on offer here will be an adventurous take on Bermudian classics. The Hamilton Princess, another Bermuda stalwart, has recently updated its food and beverage offering, too. A cafe and gelateria have just opened but they are also launching a flagship restaurant. The details are all still very hush-hush but it’s expected to be a celebrity chef. There’s also its sister property,
Fairmont Southampton, which is currently undergoing a complete renovation. It’s due to reopen in 2023, boosting the number of rooms on the more affordable end of the market by almost 600.
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go I discover or experience new things. Its culture is an interesting mix of British, Caribbean and American influences and it suits the
pockets of those who holiday in places like Dubai, the
Maldives and sophisticated Mediterranean destinations. For active first-time visitors, I recommend walking along the south coast beaches and cliff paths that stretch from Horseshoe Bay to Warwick Long Bay. A cycle along the old Railway Trail takes you
past many hidden coves, forts and gardens that aren’t always visible from the road.” Dominic Hodson, Purely Bermuda
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