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Discover the New Menu at CAYA House: A Bold Take on

Caribbean Flavors

(Oranjestad)—CAYA House Start with the Celery Root
Restaurant in Aruba invites Milanesa, a beautifully
you to experience a capti- breaded and fried celery
vating new chapter in Latin- root served with a fragrant
Caribbean dining with the Caribbean curry sauce,
launch of its latest menu mango and papaya relish,
items. Set in a beautifully butter bean and potato
restored traditional Cunu- curry, and sautéed spin-
cu house and surrounded ach. It’s hearty, elegant,
by lush tropical greenery, and deeply satisfying.
CAYA offers an atmosphere
where island heritage and Seafood enthusiasts will sa-
modern culinary artistry vor the Corvina, pan-fried
come together in perfect and glazed in pineapple
harmony. hoisin, accompanied by
cucumber and pineap-
Rooted in the rich culinary ple salsa, banana beurre
traditions of the Caribbe- blanc, and plantain fried
an—including influences rice—a delicate balance
from Cuba, Puerto Rico, of tropical sweetness and
the Dominican Republic, savory depth.
Aruba, Bonaire, Curacao, marinated tenderloin with onion, and crispy baby
Mexico, Costa Rica, Co- The Creole Fish captures potato and beet salad, calamari—an unforget-
lombia, Panama, Nica- the soul of the Caribbean piccalilli mayo, fried onion, table dish that pushes the
ragua, and Venezuela— with snapper pan-fried and cherry tomatoes, cucum- boundaries of traditional
CAYA is a celebration of layered with Creole sauce, bers, avocado, and a zesty island fare.
flavor, warmth, and culture. avocado salad, tostones, Maggi seasoning vinai- At CAYA, every meal is an
pickled onions, and rice grette. experience—a celebration
The new menu is a vibrant and peas. It’s a dish rooted And for those who crave of life, flavor, and connec-
tribute to that heritage. in tradition and rich in fla- bold spice and complex- tion. Whether you’re plan-
Each dish is carefully cu- vor. ity, the Jerked Tuna delivers ning an intimate dinner or
rated to reflect the spirit of For something adventur- with a jerk crust, passionfruit a lively gathering, CAYA and taste the new flavors
the islands, with a contem- ous, the Beef Tataki Chino leche de tigre, kefir lime oil, promises an evening full of of CAYA. Call +297-699 39
porary twist that elevates Latino offers a striking fu- annatto oil, aji picante, or- memorable moments. 82 to book.
every bite. sion of cultures, combining
ange crème, cilantro, red Reserve your table now
Birds of Aruba: Soaring through the blue skies

(Oranjestad)—Aruba’s na- to sing at the first sign of Warawara
ture is very diverse and is sunrise, this beloved song- The Warawara or Caracara
home to several beauti- bird likes to wake up with is one of the biggest birds
ful and majestic wildlife. a tune. But don’t let their found in the Aruban mondi.
Among these is the bright angelic songs fools you; the At a heigh of 41 to 60 cm,
Trupial, whose angelic Trupial can be a bit aggres- their wingspan can mea-
voice is always heard with sive towards any threat, sure up to 125 cm. Known
the rising sun; the cud- protective over their nest- as the “garbage man”, this
dly parakeet, always in ing spots—nesting spots bird of prey mostly feeds
company of another, and they most likely stole from on dead animals. Its coat is
the majestic Warawara, other birds. Trupials can dark brown, with a cream-
a mighty bird that can be be seen regularly, often in colored neck, orange
seen soaring in the clear trees or on top of a cactus. face, thick beak and long
blue skies. or more, but its population legs. The Warawara prefers
Prikichi (parakeet) has been declining since to build its nest in the mid-
Trupial The Brown-throated Prikichi the 2010s. Prikichis are a dle of tall cacti and pro- your distance and respect
Icterus icterus, or known lo- (Aratinga pertinax) be- shier breed than the trupial, duces a rattling, screaming their habitats. This is how we
cally as the Venezuelan or came the national bird of often flying away at the sound, throwing its head protect our wildlife. By ad-
Orange Troupial, is a striking Aruba back in 2015, at the sign of any threat. They use back onto its back while miring the beauty of Aruba
songbird whose bright or- request of Aruba Birdlife termite nests for breeding calling. in a safe and respectful
ange feathers can be spot- Conservation. The bright spots and feed mostly on While these birds are a manner, we can do our
ted from a far distance. green, adorable parakeet seeds from the Kwihi tree, beautiful sight to behold, part in protecting our sa-
Known to be the first bird usually flies in flock of 30 Divi Divi tree and fruits. it is very important to keep cred nature.