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Wednesday 3 september 2025

Discover the New Menu at CAYA House:

A Bold Take on Caribbean Flavors

(Oranjestad)—CAYA House Res- by cucumber and pineapple
taurant in Aruba invites you to salsa, banana beurre blanc, and
experience a captivating new plantain fried rice—a delicate
chapter in Latin-Caribbean dining balance of tropical sweetness
with the launch of its latest menu and savory depth.
items. Set in a beautifully restored
traditional Cunucu house and sur- The Creole Fish captures the soul
rounded by lush tropical green- of the Caribbean with snapper
ery, CAYA offers an atmosphere pan-fried and layered with Creole
where island heritage and mod- Rico, the Dominican Republic, sauce, avocado salad, tostones,
ern culinary artistry come togeth- Aruba, Bonaire, Curacao, Mexi- pickled onions, and rice and
er in perfect harmony. co, Costa Rica, Colombia, Pana- peas. It’s a dish rooted in tradition
ma, Nicaragua, and Venezuela— and rich in flavor. spice and complexity, the Jerked
Rooted in the rich culinary tradi- CAYA is a celebration of flavor, Tuna delivers with a jerk crust, pas-
tions of the Caribbean—includ- warmth, and culture. For something adventurous, the sionfruit leche de tigre, kefir lime
ing influences from Cuba, Puerto Beef Tataki Chino Latino offers a oil, annatto oil, aji picante, or-
The new menu is a vibrant tribute striking fusion of cultures, com- ange crème, cilantro, red
to that heritage. Each dish is care- bining marinated tenderloin with
fully curated to reflect the spirit of potato and beet salad, piccalilli onion, and crispy baby cala-
the islands, with a contemporary mayo, fried onion, cherry toma- mari—an unforgettable dish that
twist that elevates every bite. toes, cucumbers, avocado, and pushes the boundaries of tradi-
a zesty Maggi seasoning vinai- tional island fare.
Start with the Celery Root Mila- grette.
nesa, a beautifully breaded and At CAYA, every meal is an experi-
fried celery root served with a And for those who crave bold ence—a celebration of life, flavor,
fragrant Caribbean curry sauce, and connection. Whether you’re
mango and papaya relish, butter planning an intimate dinner or a
bean and potato curry, and sau- lively gathering, CAYA promises
téed spinach. It’s hearty, elegant, an evening full of memorable mo-
and deeply satisfying. ments.

Seafood enthusiasts will savor the Reserve your table now and taste
Corvina, pan-fried and glazed in the new flavors of CAYA. Call
pineapple hoisin, accompanied +297-699 39 82 to book.q

Aruba Tourism Authority honored loyal visitors at Bucuti and Tara Beach Resort!

The Aruba Tourism Authority recently had the honored with a certificate for their years of visits,
great pleasure of recognizing Distinguished Vis- loyalty, and love for the island of Aruba. Ms. Marouska Heyliger representing the Aruba
itors of Aruba. The honorees were respectively Tourism Authority, and staff members of Bucuti
The honorary certification is presented on be- and Tara Beach Resort bestowed the certifi-
half of the Minister of Tourism as a token of ap- cate upon the honorees, presented them with
preciation and to say “Masha Danki” to guests gifts, and thanked them for choosing Aruba
who have visited Aruba 10, 20, or 35 years or as their favorite vacation destination, as their
more consecutively. home away from home.

The three levels of honor are as follows: The top reasons for returning to Aruba provided
Distinguished Visitor (10>years consecutively vis- by the honoree was:
iting Aruba) • Aruba’s weather.
Goodwill Ambassador (20>years consecutively • Aruba’s people.
visiting Aruba) • Aruba’s hospitality.
Emerald Ambassador (35>years consecutively • Aruba’s beaches.
visiting Aruba) • Aruba’s is their paradise.

The honorees were: On behalf of the Aruba Tourism Authority, we
Distinguished Visitors would like to express our sincere gratitude and
Mr. Andrew and Mrs. Lynda Hamilton from Bris- appreciation to the honorees for their contin-
tol, UK. ued visits to “One Happy Island”.q