IN ARUBA

If anyone knows how to throw a party that is the Aruba Marriott Resort.

No expense was spared last night for the 4th of July celebration and guests enjoyed every minute of it. From burgers, hotdogs, salads, and sweets, the menu was truly iconic. And the bar was as lit as the firework show at the end. The people from Balashi released the can presentation of Magic Orange Beer. A new favorite. It was a party like no other on the island. 

We love a truck on this blog but what better than a Nespresso coffee truck? actually obsessed.

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Located downtown Oranjestad, across Royal Plaza Mall, this truck serves the worldwide famous Nespresso coffee with a smile. I asked for an Oatmilk cappuccino and it was fantastic.

There is a huge variety to choose from. Fancy!

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Fuel your shopping spree with a good cup of coffee! 

Ordering a Lobster Roll sometimes is tricky! You never know if it's gonna be worth the investment... because they are never cheap. Well, I have found the best in Aruba and it's at Waves, the restaurant by the beach at Marriott Aruba Resort. Comes in a soft Brioche bun, and the lobster chunks are plenty. Just the right amount of dressing traditionally made with celery. If it ain't broken don't fix it! Cajun fries on the side. Gorgeous. $22 and worth every penny.

Bingo! has always been a place where I usually go for a casual dinner, no fuss. The last time I visited, a beef Carpaccio seemed ideal. They offer small and large portions of almost everything on their menu which is brilliant. To my surprise, this Carpaccio was MASSIVE! almost the width of the table. Delicious and simple: Thin slices of raw beef topped with shaved Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, capers and drizzled with basil olive oil. Dinner menu here $21.50 #Ipaidforthis

Po-Ké Ono (click here for location) is back at it with the cocktails. This time while at a meeting I was offered to try this new concoction (still off the menu) and It was wonderful. It's called Purple Sunset and the base is Spirited Union Pink Grapefruit & Rose Botanical Rum. All mixed with white cranberry juice, crème de Cassis, and lastly Blueberry & Frangipani Syrup. Super smooth to taste but trust you'll feel it hitting your head. #Ipaidforthis

Pizza Italia, located on the main road of Ponton (location here) in a tiny store has been making waves for a long time so my visit was long overdue. Let me tell you, their stuff is the real deal. The quintessential look with the char and flour dust lets you know it is the authentic Neapolitan style. The flavor of the dough is unparalleled. Toppings and sauce in perfect proportion. Taste is incredible and prices are reasonable. They also sell delicious bread by the kilo (Afl. 10 p/kg). Everything made by a real Italian! I am a devoted fan now.

For quite some time I've been passing by the food truck from Así es mi Perú by Eagle Beach (Location here) until I finally decided to go last week. The prices are INCREDIBLE and the food is very tasty! Fatima, the lady in charge is all smiles too. The Ceviche, Causa and Chupe are the winning horses. Drop by, place the order and wait having a cold Cusqueña. You wont regret it and your wallet will be happy. Open from 12PM til 8PM.

D'Frank Parrillas located at Kamerlingh Onnesstraat (click here for location) is insuperable. Venezuelan style mixed BBQ: Chorizo, Ribs, Pork chop, beef and chicken breast on top of steamed Yucca. Covered with saucy picadillo (Venezuelan style pico de gallo) and queso fresco. Pro tip: ask for the sauce on the side! Prices starting at 25 Fl. for two. Make sure to place your order ahead of time cause they are always busy. All info here: D'Frank Parrillas 

If there were Gelato awards Gelato & Co. would snatch them all. Located at the lobby of the Aruba Marriott Resort. It will cost you a buck but it will be so worth it. Everything is natural and made daily. Go try the REAL DEAL, stop settling for those supermarket frozen-for-months containers. Pictured here is one scoop of 72% chocolate and cherry crunchy. Boom.

An impromptu lunch out on Saturday led me to discover new things at Po-Ké Ono. New Filipino cuisine items on the menu like the Mami Soup (massive and delicious) and the most instagrammable cocktail I've seen! Prikichi Geel. Made with Varadero Rum, Galliano, home-made banana syrup, horchata and Passion Fruit juice. Perfect August refreshment.🦜

Last night I got a banana bread as a gift from a friend and Oh-My-God how good it was. It came nicely wrapped and identified with the sticker of Honey Bakes Boulangerie (oh la-la)! Let me tell you it's the best banana bread in Aruba. Reach out on their insta @honeybakesbylu and place an order. Thank me later.