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Thursday 10 sepTember 2020

Elements restaurant reveals dining renovations

New offerings for thriving vegan scene

EAGLE BEACH — The rare ment is the all-new dining praise, admiration along
downtime this spring al- deck along Eagle Beach, with increased requests
lowed Bucuti & Tara Beach aptly named one of the for his innovative and sa-
Resort to invest in renova- “Dream Beaches of the tiating healthy selections
tions and refresh its ac- World.” The Caribbean’s prompted the expansion
claimed Elements res- most eco-certified resort the restaurant’s existing
taurant and to create in- to include being its only standalone vegan menu.
novative new items on its carbon-neutral hotel, care- From dedicated vegans
popular vegan menu. The fully selected an innova- to guests who occasion- partnered with a mosaic of vations are highly recom-
Caribbean’s healthiest and tive blend of 95% recycled ally seek a healthy, flavorful squash, glazed carrots and mended. The SandBar is re-
safest vacation can be en- materials. The earth-friendly alternative, the extensive classic fondant potatoes. served exclusively for resort
joyed with a View to Dine manufacturing process re- vegan menu weaves in • Agave and Cardamom- guests.
For at the award-winning coups factory waste and flavors of the world. From infused Pineapple Quinoa
dining destination. eliminates the use of harm- the likes of classic comfort Margarita: Latin America Bucuti & Tara: The Carib-
ful chemicals. Luxury resort foods given a modern twist inspired, this agave nectar- bean’s Healthiest and
Michelin-trained Chef Marc designer Dada Designs of to a zesty nod to Latin fa- infused quinoa is crowned Safest Vacation Experi-
Giesbergs, director of food Miami led the aesthetic vorites and Far East staples, with a slow simmered lime ence
& beverage at Bucuti & component of the renova- the team relishes relation- and pineapple chutney As the region’s most-eco
Tara, and his team quickly tions. The same team mas- ships with local farmers and laced with cardamom and certified hotel, Bucuti has
seized the unexpected terminded the concepts procures as much on island clove, finished with a touch long had a heightened
quiet time to reimagining resulting in laidback luxury such as its microgreens. A of strawberry sauce. awareness for the health
the Eagle Beach dining ex- of the Tara Wing revisions in sampling of the full menu A fine dining restaurant vet- and safety of both guests
perience. They put on their 2017 and the Bucuti Wing includes: eran, Chef Marc recently and the planet. Its new
design hats in the front-of- refresh in 2020. • Layered Roots of the An- received on Elements’ COVID-19 safety proto-
the-house and turned the des: Towering layers of truf- behalf the coveted Wine cols were developed
back-of the-house into a Vegan menu expands by fle potato, sweet potato Spectator 2020 Award of within Center for Disease
test kitchen. demand mash, basil-marinated red Excellence for his diverse, Control guidelines, World
Elements restaurant goes beets along with chunky sustainable wine list that ex- Health Organization rec-
Refreshed and stylishly so- beyond one full menu and seasoned avocado served ceeds the expectations of ommendations and in-
cial distanced offers complete menus with carrot chips accom- the resort’s global clientele. person evaluations by
Elements restaurant has for vegan/vegetarian, panied with roasted red “After months of research practicing ICU (intensive
long featured mostly seat- gluten-free and world cui- pepper pulp. and testing, my talented care unit) doctors and
ing for two, so safe, physi- sine offering prized steaks • Gado-Gado Entreé Sal- culinary team and I im- nurses who were hosted
cal distancing was already and sustainable seafood. ad: Elements adaptation proved the flavor and onsite this spring at Bucu-
the norm at the romantic, Aruba’s blossoming veg- of this classic Indonesian healthfulness of both tra- ti & Tara.
adults-only enclave. Cou- an and vegetarian scene dish composed of Tem- ditional and modern fare, With its new touch-free
ples can also enjoy a spe- has become a Caribbean peh, beansprouts, green and are very proud of our experience combined
cial 6-course meal for 2 with food destination anchored beans, carrot, bell pepper, new vegan menu at Ele- with the new hospital-
a bottle of Champagne or in large part to Elements cilantro, pickled cabbage, ments restaurant,” shares grade, high-tech health
wine included, in a private restaurant for its innovation complemented with a di- Chef Marc Giesbers, direc- safety protocols and Aru-
beach palapa where they and equal consideration vine peanut sauce atop a tor of food & beverage at ba’s Health & Happiness
will experience an array of for those seeking a fulfilling bed of rice noodles. Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort. Code seal, guests can
flavors accompanied by plant-based nourishment. • Range-free Steak: A nod Elements restaurant is confidently relax into va-
pastel skies transitioning to While Chef Marc’s high-end to the West, this ground len- adults-only and available cation mode. To learn
bright moonlit stars. steak and seafood dishes til patty is served with roast- to both resort guests and more, visit Bucuti.com.q
The most notable invest- continuously earn high ed vegetable gravy and offsite guests, alike. Reser-

Telecommunications company Setar and the Department of
Public Health (DVG) introduce:

An innovative solution: the Aruba Health App

ORANJESTAD — Since mid-April, Setar; together with DVG The Aruba Health App offers tourists different informa-
(Department of Public Health) and the Aruban govern- tion regarding the virus, from the time they arrive and
ment, have begun the first part of the ‘DVG Health Check throughout their stay in Aruba. For example, if a tourist did
App’, which was created for the registration and man- their COVID-19 testing in Aruba, they would receive their
agement of people in quarantine. The goal of the DVG’s results on the app within 24 hours. If the test comes out
Health Check App is to have a better view of the regis- positive, the person will automatically be added to DVG’s
tered coronavirus cases on the island and to closely fol- quarantine administration system, so that they are able to
low the developments of those in quarantine, thus com- monitor and follow close developments of the person’s
bating the virus on Aruba. case and health.

The second part of the project, which commenced in Setar together with their partners are working on upcom-
June, is called ‘Aruba Health App’ and is a collaboration ing developments of the app for the future. The goal of
between Setar, DVG, HOH, ATA and Futura. The app fo- the app is to continue growing, sustaining, and managing
cuses on the tourists who are visiting the island. The app the health of tourists and locals on Aruba. Setar; as our
was launched on the 4th of July and is now available on national telecommunications company, is proud to be a
Google and Apple app stores for tourists to download be- part of innovative solutions that will help fight and control
fore they travel to Aruba. the transmission of the corona virus on Aruba.q