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Experience the flavours of Bermuda, from casual local eats that celebrate the island ’s British heritage to exquisitely prepared multi-course meals.

Bermuda’s blend of flavours is truly one of a kind. The island’s history, its status as a British Overseas Territory, and its geographic location all combine to bring you a unique style of cuisine you won’t find anywhere else in the world. Get ready to savour all that Bermuda has to offer!

Local Flavours

Nothing gets island restaurateurs vying for the top title like the Bermuda fish sandwich. It’s the one local cuisine tradition you must sample whilst on vacation here. The stakes are high, with island chefs hoping their rendition earns them a top spot on various “best-of” lists.

The Swizzle Inn pairs one of the best fish sandwich presentations with another island staple, the Rum Swizzle. The Swizzle Inn’s fish sandwich features a huge portion of local grilled wahoo coated in island seasonings, spicy slaw, lettuce, tomato, and their home-made tartar sauce, all piled high on local raisin bread. The Rum Swizzle, Bermuda’s premier cocktail with a blend of Goslings rums and fruit juices — typically lemon, orange, and pineapple — sweetened with falernum, is the perfect fish sandwich complement. Island lore claims this bright, cheery drink was invented at the Swizzle Inn, with the first one served there in 1932; so it’s a natural destination for those who want to sample the national drink of Bermuda. Bring home a bottle of Rum Swizzle with 9 Parishes’ handmixed, ready-to-drink island cocktail.

One of the best examples of Bermuda’s blend of culinary influences is the traditional Sunday codfish breakfast. This is a hearty meal of salted codfish with a side of boiled potatoes and eggs, bacon and onion cooked with stewed tomatoes, and paired with slices of fresh banana and avocado. As

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Intrepid restaurant offers a contemporary twist on the classic American grill, bringing together international flavours, for a refined dining experience.

Monday – Saturday II 5pm – 10pm

CALL +1 (441) 298 2028 FOR RESERVATIONS

HAM.DININGRESERVATIONS@FAIRMONT.COM THEHAMILTONPRINCESS.COM

BY ANDREA MILAM

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