February Newsletter from BVI Yacht Charters

Hello,

This Newsletter is all about FOOD. About cooking on board your bareboat charter,  what kind of delicious food you can expect on a crewed all-inclusive charter and what we recommend as the top 3 fine-dining restaurants on Tortola. Of course we give you some recipes as well and don't forget to visit us during the BVI Food Fest.

We also give away a free sleep-aboard for 4 people. Valid on all bareboat charters, booked in the next 2 weeks, so you can experience Tortola's lovely restaurants. We'll make the reservation for you!

BON APETIT!

As always you can email [email protected] with any questions.

Abbie & Cassie
BVI Yacht Charters

COOKING ON BOARD

On a bareboat charter you have the choice to go ashore for your breakfast, lunch or dinner. We have many nice restaurants in the BVI anchorages for great meals and entertainment. But if you are in a secluded anchorage or just want to stay on board, it’s fun to prepare a tasty meal for yourselves on board. This does require some planning with provisioning. But keep in mind, you’re on vacation!  Who wants to be in the kitchen (galley) the entire time?  We suggest you simplify your menu by using the BBQ a lot and sticking to one-pot meals. 

Our Bareboat Charter boats come with standard galley (kitchen) equipment – dishes, cutlery, mugs, glasses, bowls, pans, cutting boards, utensils etc. When it comes to cooking appliances, you will find a stove with an oven and a fridge on every charter boat, whereas larger boats will also have a freezer, microwave, or even an extra fridge in the cockpit or an ice-maker.

CREWED CHARTERS PERFECT FOR FOODIES

A crewed all-inclusive charter is all about sailing, beaches, watersports and relaxing, right? RIGHT! But you forget a very important part of your vacation as well: The food on board. Sailing vacations nowadays are just as much of an adventure for the taste buds as they are for the rest of the senses. Food is an essential ingredient to any unforgettable crewed charter. 

When you charter a crewed yacht, you get an all-inclusive experience that rivals with a 5-star resort. Your very own captain and gourmet chef will treat you to the stylish comfort of a spacious catamaran complimented with gourmet meals, hors d’ oeuvres, and signature cocktails, all suited to your personal tastes.
The chefs are truly amazing, and you can expect gourmet meals, beautiful presented, coming out of their galleys. The crew will serve you the best food and drinks of these islands and will clean up afterwards!

Chefs prepare meals precisely according to your preferences and dietary needs. Are you gluten-free vegetarian or vegan? No problem. Just let your chef know and he or she will create the most incredible meals you’ve ever eaten along with handpicked wines and desserts.

All-inclusive also means all of you drinks – alcoholic or non-alcoholic – are included and unlimited. Premium wines, champagne and liqueurs are not included, but can be arranged for cost price. The captain will make you cocktails like Mojito, Painkiller and Bushwhackers at sunset (or all-night long!) Any wine you like will be served with lunch and dinner. The chef knows how to pair the wines with her meals for a beautiful combination.

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FINE DINING ON TORTOLA

Dining in the British Virgin Islands is one of the experiences with diverse atmospheres, from upscale dining, tropical settings in open-air restaurants, to small local on the beach establishments. If you are a foodie and are looking for fine-dining on Tortola, we recommend not to miss one of the following 3 up-scale restaurants that recently reopened for dinner and are excellent for a spectacular experience of quality food in combination with a luxurious ambiance.

TOP 3 FINE-DINE RESTAURANTS ON TORTOLA

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The Dove Restaurant and winebar is housed in a historic West Indian Cottage, located on the old Main Street in Road Town. They recently reopened and is managed by the same people who own CocoMaya on Virgin Gorda, and therefor offer the same quality in food and drinks. Executive Chef Lee Cowie makes sure that each dish is developed with passion and attention to the detail and also looks stunning.  Their modern fusion menu features the best local ingredients that can be sourced. The Dove also has the largest wine list in the BVI, all stored in a special temperature-controlled room. Glen is an amazing mixologist behind the bar and his cocktail menu changes seasonally as well and features the freshest ingredients.

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2.BRANDYWINE ESTATE RESTAURANT

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Brandywine Estate Restaurant is hidden up a little road surrounded by breathtaking views of the crystal waters. Brandywine sits proudly on the top spot The property’s unique location above Brandywine Bay offering cool trade wind breezes has astonishing 160° vistas, overlooking the Sir Francis Drake Channel, and islands Ginger, Cooper, Salt, Peter, and Norman – the perfect spot for a pre-dinner cocktail. It has the perfect combination of beautiful food, outstanding atmosphere and view; the members of staff were also so so friendly. Regis and Claudine Bourdon—head chef and manager—are a charismatic couple of culinary enthusiasts, as passionate about their food as they are to please their customers.

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3.THE SUGAR MILL

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The Sugar Mill Hotel & Restaurant is tucked away into the jungle along beautiful Apple Bay. The verdant scenery overlooking the azure sea is a perfect background for couples and honeymooners. The restaurant is actually in a restored sugar mill, and the shade from the trees falling on the old building give this place its romantic magic. The Sugar Mill Restaurant is set in the Rum House of the old Sugar Mill Estate. At the end of the secluded beach on the other side of the road, you will find Tramonti, also part of the Sugar Mill Hotel. Tramonti is an European /Mediterranean themed, right on the water, beach restaurant.

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BVI FOOD FETE

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JOHNNY CAKE RECIPE