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Thursday 3 augusT 2023

Papillon: The butterfly effect of magnificent food

to this elegant yet laid-back restaurant while
on Aruba. You are most welcome!

Chef’s Garden 6 course dinner by Papillon
Our one of a kind executive chef Juan Lude-
na gets extra creative outside the kitchen of
Papillon Restaurant. Serving a 6 course sur-
prise menu featuring his International flavors
and creativity with refined dishes, chef Juan
Ludena is determined to give you a night
PALM BEACH — Do you remember the film flown in from Europe and filleted at the ta- to remember. Wine pairing is optional. The
“Papillon” starring Steve McQueen? Papillon ble, Duck Breast seared on the skin, roasted chef’s secret garden is located in a local rep-
restaurant is the island’s example where `life and braised Lamb in Balashi beer and slow lica of the Aruba traditional ‘cunucu’ house.
imitates art.’ The décor, especially the rest- braised Wild Boar Shank. Do not The tropical garden is the setting for a magi-
rooms, was inspired by the movie. For more leave without trying the exclusive recom- cal in-home private dinning experience.
than a decade this restaurant has built a rep- mendation: Caviar! All of this combined with
utation with the fusion of classic French cui- an extensive wine list from around the world For more information about this magnificent
sine, Dutch and Caribbean flavors. Welcome makes Papillon a must-do on your Aruban option, please send us an email or ask our
in the world of wonders where ambiance, vacation. wait staff.
taste and service come together and you Papillon Restaurant is located at The Village
feel you are being welcomed in the home of Let the music play! across the Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort &
the owner and her team. Another reason to visit us is our Live Entertain- Casino and within walking distance of all oth-
ment Schedule all through the week. er major hotels.
“We find it really important that our guests Get all cozy and warmed up on Sundays and
have fun; can relax while listening to live mu- Mondays by Marisella and her enchanting Make your reservation today at:
sic while their taste buds are being tickled acoustic tunes accompanied by percussion info@papillonaruba.com
by France, The Netherlands and the Carib- only. or call/WhatsApp + 00297 6995400
bean. We offer a unique fusion of dishes and On Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, Jairo Open Daily: 5pm – 10.00pm – Early Bird from
a night not to forget,” says owner Tina. As our will give you a real Saxophone treat while 5pm – 7pm
special guest you can choose to dine inside on Wednesday you can sit back, relax and
our heartwarming airconditioned restaurant enjoy your dinner while DJ Jason brings you For all menus and specials visit the website:
or we also offer outside dining on a cozy, el- the most smooth jazz and lounge music for a www.papillonaruba.com.q
egant terrace with great ambiance of the dreamy night.
surroundings. Perfect setting for an enjoyable The musicians interact with the guests & re-
time people watching while sipping on a de- quests can be sent in.
licious cocktail. The live tunes definitely add to the experi-
ence.
Fresh oysters, caviar and wild boar
You are on vacation, life is to enjoy! If you Vegetarian vibes present
want something special, a different flow Impressive vegetarian/vegan dishes are set
than the usual, then Papillon is the place to up especially for the guests by the chef and
go. Foodies are in heaven here with classic Meredith from Vegan Aruba. “We offer veg-
French dishes such as Foie Gras, Frog Legs, an choices that are really good and tasty.
fresh Oysters coming in on a weekly basis from Our daily soup is always vegan too”. What
Holland, Escargots, Dover Sole à la Meunière are you waiting for, make sure to pay a visit