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Wednesday 4 June 2025

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

Rooted in the rich culinary tradi- For something adventurous, the
tions of the Caribbean—including Beef Tataki Chino Latino offers a
influences from Cuba, Puerto Rico, striking fusion of cultures, com-
the Dominican Republic, Aruba, bining marinated tenderloin with
Bonaire, Curacao, Mexico, Costa potato and beet salad, piccalilli
Rica, Colombia, Panama, Nicara- mayo, fried onion, cherry toma-
gua, and Venezuela—CAYA is a toes, cucumbers, avocado, and a
celebration of flavor, warmth, and zesty Maggi seasoning vinaigrette.
culture.
And for those who crave bold
The new menu is a vibrant tribute spice and complexity, the Jerked
to that heritage. Each dish is care- Tuna delivers with a jerk crust, pas-
fully curated to reflect the spirit of sionfruit leche de tigre, kefir lime
the islands, with a contemporary oil, annatto oil, aji picante, orange
twist that elevates every bite. crème, cilantro, red onion, and
savory depth. crispy baby calamari—an un-
Start with the Celery Root Mila- forgettable dish that pushes the
nesa, a beautifully breaded and The Creole Fish captures the soul boundaries of traditional island
fried celery root served with a of the Caribbean with snapper fare.
fragrant Caribbean curry sauce, pan-fried and layered with Creole
(Oranjestad)—CAYA House Res- mango and papaya relish, butter At CAYA, every meal is an experi-
taurant in Aruba invites you to bean and potato curry, and sau- sauce, avocado salad, tostones, ence—a celebration of life, flavor,
experience a captivating new téed spinach. It’s hearty, elegant, pickled onions, and rice and peas. and connection. Whether you're
chapter in Latin-Caribbean dining and deeply satisfying. It’s a dish rooted in tradition and planning an intimate dinner or
with the launch of its latest menu rich in flavor. a lively gathering, CAYA prom-
items. Set in a beautifully restored Seafood enthusiasts will savor the ises an evening full of memorable
traditional Cunucu house and sur- Corvina, pan-fried and glazed in moments.q
rounded by lush tropical greenery, pineapple hoisin, accompanied
CAYA offers an atmosphere where by cucumber and pineapple
island heritage and modern culi- salsa, banana beurre blanc, and Reserve your table now and taste
nary artistry come together in per- plantain fried rice—a delicate bal- the new flavors of CAYA. Call
fect harmony. ance of tropical sweetness and +297-699 39 82 to book.

Visit the natural bridges of Aruba!

(Oranjestad)—After you’ve been a tourist attraction for meters in length and 7 me-
visited the Alto Vista Church, many years. ters in height, making it the
the Bushiribana Gold Mill Ru- biggest natural bridge in the
ins and the mini natural pool The bridge was formed dur- Caribbean at the time. For
that is located right next to ing thousands of years, cut many years, this site was also
it, you’re next up around the and crafted by the wild a frequently visited beach,
northern coast line must be waves that crash into the as the bridge had a small
the Natural Bridge. Once the coral stone walls of the opening through which the
largest natural bridge in the coast. Before its collapse, water would flow into the tiny
Caribbean, this bridge has this bridge measured 30 beach.

Unfortunately in 2005, the
bridge collapsed, and the While the natural bridge no very close. This bridge is often
little beach dried up. De- longer is functional, there is called the “Baby Bridge” or
spite this, this site remained now a smaller natural bridge “Daughter Bridge”. q
a tourist attraction, with
many visitors walking along
the coral cliffs of the bridge
to see the spectacular view
of the northern coastline and
the Caribbean Sea. Visitors
can also still visit the souvenir
shop on the left of the bridge
entrance.