TWiB August Tabloid 2014 by This Week In Bermuda

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AUTHENTIC ISLAND LIFE EXPERIENCES

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Hello From The B.T.A. Message From Bill Hanbury, CEO Bermuda Tourism Authority 2 LETTER FROM THE B.T.A. 3 WILDCAT ADVENTURES 4 NTDIB CALENDAR 5 CALENDAR HIGHLIGHTS 6 STYLE GUIDE 8 OFFSHORE BERMUDA 10 SECURITY ASSOCIATES

10-11 ART MATTERS 12 REBECCA LITTLE 13 GOLF 14 HERITAGE MATTERS 15 DO YOU KNOW 16 - 22 EAT & DRINK 22 - THE BATTENDER

This Week in Bermuda (TWiB) T: 441 295 1189 F: 441 295 3445 E: info@twib.bm W: www.twib.bm / O: 13 Addendum Lane, Pembroke. Facebook: \thisweekbermuda / Twitter: \thisweekbermuda Instagram: TWiBStyleGuide / App Store: ThisWeekInBermuda ON THE COVER: Adventures on board the WildCat

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Cup Match fever has descended upon the island and all will not be concluded until after the first ball is bowled and the last 6 is knocked. Only then will the rivalry between the west (team Somerset) and the east (team St. George’s) be settled for another twelve months. Although the business of tourism is about competition, establishing one’s self as a winner is not all fun and games. Team Bermuda is looking to regain ‘The Cup’ it once held in the global tourism marketplace and the BTA has been chosen Captain to lead the team to victory. Having refocused Bermuda’s marketing and promotion strategies and retooled its message delivery channels, Bermuda is being prepped for a ‘win’ in near future. The BTA is employing several cutting-edge and best practice tactics to ensure all media spends will deliver the greatest return on investment. Taking note of the many visitor profiles that Bermuda attracts and deploying ways to ‘speak’ to each is a science that the BTA is paying close attention to. It can be agreed that Bermuda cannot be ‘everything to everybody’ but she has the potential to present herself in ways that attract a wider share of visitors than we have ever been able to do before. The BTA is utilizing technology to inform its decisions and is operating like its formation intended it to be, a high performance DMO (destination marketing organization). We are quicker and nimbler as a marketing organization and are able to be more responsive to the tourism market changes that are taking place globally. As the saying goes, we are ‘in it to win it,’ and we are paying full attention to the marketing tools and strategies that help to better leverage Bermuda’s position in the marketplace. So if the business of cricket and team tactics is not your thing, there is plenty of fun to focus on during the whole month of August. The slew of events from concert performances featuring world-renowned reggae and soca artists to live entertainment right at the beach beckon locals and visitors alike to get out there and #getinvolved!

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WildCat Adventures With K.S. Watersports BY CANDICE DICKINSON

Captain Kevin came up to the front of the bow, started a little welcome commentary and went over all of the safety procedures. The boat was almost full and everyone was eager to take off which is exactly what we did once we were out of the no wake zone. We must have been literally skimming the water. It was exhilarating and I couldn’t help but burst out a smile that quickly turned into laughter. There it was, after all of the anxiety I was having fun and we were just getting started. We slowed down and then stopped to feed the fish at the HMS Vixen, an old gunboat built in the 1800’s that found her final resting place just off the shore of Daniel’s Head. It was absolutely stunning and the fish were eager to greet. Captain Kevin told us that we were passing through the Bermuda Triangle but explained that there was little chance we would find ourselves lost at sea. Phew!

When I first received word that I was booked to ride the WildCat my bottom lip did a sort of square crooked thing and a squeamish feeling came over me. I didn’t really know what it was all about and immediately went online looking for testimonials to clarify the experience I was soon to encounter. “A day in Bermuda we will never forget” Michelle P, Hillsboro, Oregon If it wasn’t for the 5 Star Trip Advisor rating along with a lengthy comment about the awesome experience, I may have continued to question whether this was the adventure for me. We arrived in the Royal Naval Dockyard and I quickly dipped into Bone Fish Bar & Grill thinking a nice Gosling’s Rum Dark ‘n Stormy would surely take the edge off. On the other hand I might get sea sick. I quickly walked right back out but bookmarked Bonefish for après WildCat. We boarded the vessel and the first thing I saw gleaming back at me were safety seat straps. I took my seat and immediately strapped myself in before scanning the deck for other security measures. My colleagues were giggling and laughing, so I started to think, maybe it was time to let my hair down a little.

Off we went again, this time out into the open waters of South Shore. It was when we hit our first swell that I understood the terms “Wild” & “Thrill” loud and clear. I think I could have continued going up and down South Shore in the swells for the rest of the tour. It was absolutely phenomenal. We loved every minute of it and everyone on board burst out with excitement and laughter. There wasn’t a frown to be found on the WildCat today! We soon slowed down and took a tour through scenic Castle Harbour and then through “Billionaires Row” where exclusive homes such as the Goldeneye that was once almost bought by Oprah Winfrey and estimated to be worth millions and millions of dollars. Kevin went into quite a bit of detail here and we learned who owned what, who lived where and who vacations for just a few weeks out of the year while caretakers have the run of the estate for the latter. Continued on page 5

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August Events FRI AUG 8TH - 9TH Etudes: Bermuda Civic Ballet Summer Selections 2014 8pm at the Earl Cameron Theatre, City Hall. Tickets are $40 for adults, $30 for Seniors, $20 for students under 18, and are available from pTix.bm or the City Hall box office SUN AUG 10TH Summer Sundays: Island Rhythms 3pm in Victoria Park. Free. For more information, contact 279-5254 or visit CityofHamilton.bm TUE AUG 12TH - 13TH Glow Worm Cruises B.U.E.I, Crow Lane, Pembroke. Tickets $50 and are available at B.U.E.I For more information contact 292-7219 or visit www.buei.org THU AUG 14TH - 17TH Star Spangled Bermuda 200 Island-wide itinerary. Tickets are $875 and available from BDAtix.bm. For more info, contact starla@selectsitesgroup.com. SAT AUG 16TH SPIKE-Fest Beach Volleyball Tournament 10am at Horseshoe Bay Beach. Fees are $80 for teams of 2, $160 for teams of 4. For more info, contact 291-1898, bdavb@hotmail.com or visit www.bermudavolleyball.bm Bermuda Folk Club, Open Mic Night 8pm at Spanish Point Boat Club. Admission is $10 for non-members, $8 for members. For more information, contact 295-1030 or info@ folkclub.bm, or visit FolkClub.bm. Bermuda Bodybuilding & Fitness Federation 27th Annual Night of Champions Prejudging at 10am ($20), main event at 7pm ($50) at the Ruth Seaton James Centre. For more info, contact bbbfexec11@gmail.com. SUN AUG 17TH Bermuda Docs Weekend Film Series At the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute. Documentary at 3pm followed by a feature film at 5.15pm. Tickets are $15. For more information, contact 292-7219 or visit www.buei.org

SUN AUG 17TH Cobbs Hill Gospel Chapel Annual Community BBQ 5pm at Cobbs Hill Gospel Chapel Field. Free admission. For more information, contact cobbshillyouth@yahoo.com THU AUG 21ST PechaKucha Bermuda Vol 8 - August 21st 6pm at Devonshire Recreation Club. There is no cover charge. For more information, see their Facebook Page. SAT AUG 23RD 2nd Annual Fun Golf Open 3pm at Bermuda Fun Golf. Tickets are $50 per person, or $240 for teams of 4 from pTix.bm. For more info, contact fungolf.open@gmail.com SAT AUG 23RD - 24TH 19th Annual Bermuda Sand Sculpture Competition: Sand Sculpting Clinics 5pm at Horseshoe Bay. Free to the public. For more information, contact info@youthandsports.bm. TUE AUG 26TH - 27TH 7th Annual ITF Bermuda Beach Tennis International Tournament Admission is free for spectators. For more info, contact tony@bermudabeachtennis.com or see www.bermudabeachtennis.com. THU AUG 28TH - 30TH Troika Bermuda’s Work in Progress #5: Disney’s Beauty and the Beast 7.30pm (plus Saturday matinee at 2pm) at the Ruth Seaton James Centre. Tickets start at $45 from pTix.bm. For more information, contact info@troikabda.com or visit www.troikabda.com. SAT AUG 30TH Bermuda Salute 7pm at Tiger Bay. Early bird tickets are $65, all-inclusive VIP tickets are $175 and available from pTix.bm. 19th Annual Bermuda Sand Sculpture Competition 10am at Horseshoe Bay. Free for both spectators and participants. For more information, contact info@youthandsports.bm.

Tale of Two Cities – Masterworks Collection Exhibit

UNTIL AUG 13TH

Bermuda Society of Arts AUG 8TH - 26TH BSOA Invitational 2014 Emerging Artists

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Bermuda National Gallery UNTIL AUG 14TH Homer’s Cafe Display: Abstractuality by Neal J.F. Morris UNTIL NOV 22ND Highlights of the BNG Collection AUG 15TH - 27TH Bermuda Biennial 2014 Kal Draws Bermuda: Satirical Pen Takes on Island Life

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Tucker Sisters: Under the Yellow Flag

TUESDAY

City of Hamilton Walking Tours Historical Re-Enactment & Walking Tour in Royal Naval Dockyard Quiz Night at Robin Hood Pure Lovers Couples Reggae Bowling at Strykz Bowling Island Buffet at Cafe Coco, Coco Reef

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Harbour Nights The Big Chill at Bone Fish UberVida: Whole Day Dreaming Sweet P Afternoon High Tea at The Bermuda Perfumery Historical Re-Enactment & Walking Tour in Royal Naval Dockyard Fine Vines at the Fairmont Hamilton Princess Writers’ Studio of Bermuda: Drop in Writers Class Movies on the Beach at The Reefs Snorkel Park’s West End Wednesdays The Big Chill at Bone Fish Open Mic Night at Hog Penny Steel Pan Performances by Robert Symons at Red Salsa Friends: Casual Wednesdays at The Docksider

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Trivia Thursdays at the Swizzle Inn (Bailey’s Bay) Island Buffet at Cafe Coco, Coco Reef Candlelight Meditation Chant Group Theme Night with Will Black at Hog Penny Snorkel Park’s Caribbean Thursty Thursday Randy Lambert and Tempo at The Reefs The Glass Onion Band at Bone Fish The Earl Leader Band Live at Jasmine Lounge Dinner at Azu Beastro Paint Your Own Tile at Bermuda Clayworks

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Marina Nights at the Fairmont Hamilton Princess Wine Down Happy Hour at Lemon Tree Cosmo Fridays Happy Hour Grotto Bay’s International Buffet Happy Hour at Muse Classic Rock Dance Party with Will Black at Hog Penny The Big Chill at Sea Breeze The Earl Leader Band Live at Jasmine Lounge Beau Rivage at Newstead’s Happy Hour Latin Night at The Reefs Friday Night Happy Hour and DJ Ole at Red Taste of Bermuda UberVida Mini Cocktail Cruises and Ibiza Party Cruise Historical Re-Enactment & Walking Tour in Royal Naval Dockyard Ribs, Reptiles & ‘Ritas Family Happy Hour at Azu Beastro

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Current Art Exhibits Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art UNTIL SEPT

Senior Mondays at Masterworks Snorkel Park’s Smokin’ Mad Mondays The Musical Magic of Tony Bari at The Reefs Bermuda Inline Hockey League Will Black and Tony Brannon Live at Frog & Onion Paint Your Own Tile at Bermuda Clayworks SalsaMania Mondays at Bone Fish Historical Re-Enactment & Walking Tour in Royal Naval Dockyard Trivia Quiz Night at Taste 141 (1st & 3rd Mondays of the month) Trivia Quiz Night at South Shore Swizzle Inn (2nd & 4th Mondays of the month)

2014 Bermuda Biennial of Contemporary Arts: A View from the Edge

Washington Mall Saturday Market UberVida: Whole Day Dreaming ChewSLAM - Spoken Word and Poetry Club Sweet P Afternoon High Tea at The Bermuda Perfumery Super Chic Saturdays at the Fairmont Hamilton Princess Two Rock Wine Company Weekly Wine Tasting Will Black and Local Bands Live at Hog Penny The Big Calypso at The Reefs Mike Hind and DJ Felix at Red The Musical Magic of The Tony Bari Trio at Cambridge Beaches

SUNDAY

Brunch - Visit BermudaEvents.com for full listings! Walking Club of Bermuda Sundays Live at Snorkel Park Chewstick Neo-Griot Lounge & Cafe Open Mic Night The Musical Magic of Tony Bari at The Reefs The Big Calypso at The Frog & Onion Pub The Big Chill at Cambridge Beaches Government House Garden

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WildCat Adventures

Grand Opening!

Continued from page 2

Alchemy Fitness Studio

We explored more forts and points of interest in the East End including a quick stop in the Olde Town of St. George. At that point I think I would have opted for the tour that includes a 90-minute stop. This was the time for a Gosling’s Rum Dark ‘n Stormy before getting back on route. The 2 hour tour sounds long but time flashes by just about as fast as the WildCat cruises. The sites and commentary were endless along the entire route and we learned so much that we didn’t know about our own homeland! It was just an outstanding experience all around. We headed out of the East End passing Fort St. Catherine and cruised with speed up the coast. We learned about the most heavily populated part of the island that I didn’t even know about because I hadn’t seen it from that vantage point. Soon we were back in Dockyard and, I have to say, I would have done it all over again if they offered an evening tour. I realized that day that I am simply missing out on all of the exciting adventures available in Bermuda and vowed to try all of them as soon as possible. The WildCat experience was fast, safe, fun and an absolute blast.

BY TIFFANY AJ PAYNTER

Alchemy Fitness Studio is getting better and bigger in August! Owner and personal trainer, Rupert Henagulph is celebrating his 40th birthday by throwing a grand opening for Alchemy’s new studio space at #1 Church Street (Maxwell Roberts Building). So stop by on Friday, August 15th between 5 and 7pm to enjoy drinks, food and music - there will also be tours and giveaways. According to Rupert what makes Alchemy different from other gyms is, “Our focus on personal training as our core offering. We offer 1 on 1 personal training sessions in the privacy of a first class studio gym. As a client at any given time you may have the whole gym to yourself. People appreciate that at Alchemy you can get professional training without the audience of a regular gym.” The studio now offers memberships for small group sessions in Kickboxing, Yoga, Cardio Combat, Weight Training and more. On August 15th bring your friends, family or co-workers by to take a tour and wish Rupert a Happy Birthday! Becky Wright, will also be there to answer any questions, give tours and help you sign up. If you have questions email her at becky@alchemy.bm or call 236-9010.

K.S. WaterSports also offers various Jet Ski Adventures and tours (various tours include swimming and snorkeling. Private tours are offered for groups of all sizes). Parasailing is another great adventure offered, we can’t wait to try them all! For more information about K.S. WaterSports Adventures including their weekly schedule, visit them online at www.kswatersports.com All tours can be booked online or call today and speak with an Island Tour Centre representative and book a tour from their Dockyard or St. George’s location, 441 238 4155 or 441 297 4155.

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COMING TO THE RUTH SEATON JAMES CENTRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS AUGUST 28TH THRU 30TH TROIKA BERMUDA PRESENTS: Work In Progress #5 performance of Disney’s Beauty & The Beast Step into an enchanted world of awe, where magical performances are filled with spectacular acting, singing, choreography, costumes, special effects and set-design! FEATURING AN ALL STAR BERMUDIAN CAST! DIRECTED BY: STEVE HUNTSMAN CHOREOGRAPHED BY: ERIC BEAN JR. VOCAL DIRECTION: EDITH CAINES TICKETS ONLY $45 GROUPS OF 10 TICKETS ARE $40 USING PROMO CODE ‘GROUP’ AT CHECKOUT. DONOR TICKETS START AT $60+ Purchase your tickets early via www.ptix.bm to avoid disappointment! Experience true Broadway theatre in Bermuda!

For generations we have been fascinated by the sea, sustained by its bounty, enchanted by its beauty, punished by its fury and intrigued by its enduring mysteries. Now, almost 400 years after Bermuda was first settled, we are able to explore the ocean’s depths and encounter the last great frontier on the planet. By becoming a member of BUEI, you help us in achieving that goal. Join BUEI today. Besides, one visit is simply not enough. A membership provides the opportunity to spend as much time, and make as many visits as you like all year long. MEMBERS ENJOY THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS: • FREE admission to BUEI • FREE or reduced admission to over 300 science centers and museums in Canada, the United States and Europe. Visit the website to download coupon • 10% DISCOUNT at the award winning Harbourfront Restaurant - lunch only • INVITATIONS to “Member Only” Events • DISCOUNTS to Explorer Lecture Series and Special Events • PRIORITY bookings for Ocean Explorer’s Camps and Vendor Tables for Harbourside Market • 10% DISCOUNT at Oceans Gift Shop • AND the most rewarding benefit of all – knowing that your donation supports BUEI mission: ”To advance the understanding, appreciation and knowledge of the ocean FOR AGES 7-13 and to encourage the protection and preservation of the SCHEDULE marine environment” For more info visit www.buei.org or call 292-7219

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BY BELCARIO THOMAS

With 35 years of sea legs, over 35,000 open ocean miles logged and having owned 7 yachts in his lifetime, Captain Mike’s love affair and stories of the Atlantic are reasons alone to be captivated by this highly entertaining journey-man who fully embraces his uncanny likeness to Santa Clause. Sailing since the age of 8 and co-author (with his wife Penny) of a “Yachtsman’s Guide to Bermuda” Captain Mike is a one of a kind host for experience seekers. Enjoy a selection of yachts from 60’, 51’ and 40’ experiences available by private charter or scheduled group outings. Focusing the fun in the central/west areas, Bermuda WindSail yachts depart from the Ferry Terminal in Hamilton or the King’s/Heritage Wharf in Dockyard and include 3 hour Sail-n-Swim tours, 2 hour Sunset tours and more tailored experiences too. All tours come with snorkels, mask, noodles and floaties for maximum relaxation. With notice, catered lunches can be made available, as can waterside restaurant docking. For added fun, Captain Mike encourages his guests to take a turn at the helm, perfect for the opportunity to enjoy a truly memorable Offshore Bermuda selfie.

As a Blue Flag certified tour guide and bonafide St. George’s lover, Captain Jerry’s crew brings a penchant for storytelling in, on, or near the waters of Bermuda’s famed UNESCO World Heritage Site area. Life could be worse as you step onto Captain Jerry & his lovely wife Allison’s 41 foot Ocean Spirit Morgan Sloop yacht to partake in one of Ocean Breeze Charter’s many memorable experiences. Cruise into a 3 hour Sail & Swim with an American styled BBQ, slip away on their bottomless Sunset & Swizzle Cruise or zip around for a quicky, on their 1 hour Motor Cruise around St. David’s & St.Georges. As added bonus, occasional special requests have been known to be made for First Mate and local performance artist Cahlii Smith to bring out the guitar for the odd singalongs too. Doesn’t get more authentically nautical than that! Contact Captain Jerry to book your sail today! (441) 334-9846 - *8am-7pm EST captainjerry@sailingbermuda.com | www.sailingbermuda.com

Call Captain Mike and book your sail today! 441 334-8547 Bermudawind@gmail.com or visit www. bermudawindsailcharters.com

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OffShore Bermuda Captain Brian Billings, Brightstar II

BY NADIA HALL

What was formerly a US coast guards boat, now fitted with a fiberglass bottom for a glimpse of what lies beneath, Pisces will get you out more swiftly than the average tour boat, allowing even more snorkel time at multiple prime locations. Captain Chloe McKey, born and raised in Bermuda, is very knowledgeable about our ocean’s history and aquatic ecosystem. She took over the business in 2010 and continues to offer a more personal (and personable) experience on her 31-foot vessel. The maximum capacity is 16 making it perfect for larger families or groups.

I met Brian Billings in the trophy room at the Royal Bermuda Yacht Club. He’s had a very busy couple of weeks, as past commodore of the club, president of the Match Racing Association, and part of the organizing committee for the Newport-Bermuda Race, he’s been in neck deep from planning until post-race inspection. The boats have now departed after their final part in the three-race, Onion Patch Series (of which he is also Chairman) and he’s getting a much deserved breather. The order of races is cut so close that after landing there’s “just about time to have a few Dark & Stormies, a shower, and go for it again!” and they’ve already begun preparations for 2016. He’s casual today as we settle for a cool drink in the equally cool room. The wall is covered in colourful half models of every winning boat since 1906. The large lighthouse-shaped trophy sits in the middle. When we last interviewed him two years ago he was in full Captain’s regalia, ready to set sail on Bright Star II, his plush 55 foot sloop. Those looking for a real sailing experience can charter boat and captain for corporate or casual lunches, cocktail cruises, and formal dinners – indeed for any occasion. They offer an impressive menu aboard this Tayana, with choices including picnic style sandwiches or a hot buffet and full wine list. There are near endless options when you choose a bespoke service like this one. She’s a spacious vessel. With three fully air-conditioned sleeping cabins below deck and Bermuda for a view, overnight charters are a dream. Think of it as the ultimate floating B&B. Info: 238 SAIL, Captain Brian W. Billings 535 7704, oysterpointyachtcharters.com

Jessie James Cruises BY NADIA HALL

Pastel shorts and onions aside, the first subject that comes of a conversation about Bermuda is the mysterious Triangle. Many a captivating tale leads to a soggy conclusion in the waters that surround us – our seas studded with sunken ships. The true treachery, lay not in the Triangle, but in our treasured Coral Reefs that span across 200 square miles of water. While they can certainly be blamed for splitting and sinking those ships, the combination of marine life and underwater mausoleum makes for some sensational snorkeling.

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After a short snorkel close to shore, you can find yourself at the Western Blue Cut in no time. It’s the site of a lavish sea garden and The Montana, a Civil War steamer that wrecked in 1863, is now sheathed in coral. The Constellation, the setting for the 1997 film, The Deep, isn’t far off. Originally built in 1918, she was sold to a Mr. Robert L. Royall in 1932. The stories say that he’d had the sailboat rebuilt as sort of floating marine school, but a lack of outside interest saw him putting her up for sale within a year. This re-established cargo vessel sunk in 1943 and, as if fulfilling this early prophecy, now plays host to a horde of marine life. Large populations of parrotfish, among others, are drawn to the wreck. You’ll see speckled eels and octopus, groupers and chubs at this popular dive spot. Info: 335 1072, www.jessiejames.bm

Crystal Clear Kayaks

BY BELCARIO THOMAS

Just imagine 100% clear-as-day kayak bottoms make for a brand new watersport adventure! By Day: Fish feed by hand, visit the shipwrecked Vixen, explore nearby volcanic caves or go for a quick snorkel. By Night: Flick on the super cool neon bottom lit kayak and cruise along for an incomparable sunset experience guaranteed to leave an impression. Knowledgable, personable, safety first staff provide the comfort your family or date night needs to enjoy one of Bermuda’s most unique Offshore moments. Off the beaten path at Daniel’s Head Somerset book a tour today. Not to be missed this summer!

Daniel’s Head Beach, Somerset Village 441-595-2925, www.Crystalclearkayaksbda.com

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Meet Officer LeVoui Landy

Art Matters

Security Associates

Reading Mixed Media in the Bermuda Biennial 2014: A View from the Edge

As the daytime supervisor of the Mid Atlantic Wellness Institute (MAWI) and on behalf of Security Associates, each day I take responsibility in ensuring that our security presence is known on all grounds of the institute. Regulating the flow of patients, staff and visitors alike is crucial in order to minimize disruptions and ensure that everything runs smoothly day in and day out.

BY LISA HOWIE, DIRECTOR, BERMUDA NATIONAL GALLERY

Mixed media in the context of an art exhibition refers to artwork that has multiple layers and multiple mediums. (Collages in school may come to mind: cutting up magazines, gluing on buttons or fabric.) The key word is layers. Regardless of the materials, mixed media artists communicate much more than the surface layer or initial perception.

Working at MAWI is a little different from the hospital or any other place that Security Associates occupies. It’s a little more challenging but once you become a familiar face to each patients and establish a level of comfort and respect the interaction level rises and everyone gets to know each other and understand the various disabilities at hand. While I am on duty as a security officer I have a little fun too assisting with activities and events. At MAWI everyone puts a heavy focus on working together as a team and it is with this dedication that we have together created a nice family environment for the patients, the staff and even the visitors. Of coarse with any job there are always days when things can get pretty hectic depending on what happens but for the most part we have a pretty good time.

Ami Zanders, When the Bough Breaks, 2013, mixed media, 14 x 10ft. Collection of the artist.

When the Bough Breaks by Ami Zanders greets visitors to the BNG, City Hall. It is a colourful installation dominated by swirling textile shapes, looping brass jewelry, and toy

babies in various colours adorned with paint. The colour and the arrangement of the objects are intriguing and the playfulness of the scene sets up a cheerful narrative. But why then are the dolls’ mouths covered with yarn, or their eyes replaced with glitter? Zanders uses irony to express a dark view from the edge of childhood, one involving abuse and poverty, and the title, a reference to the nursery rhyme, guides us there. Nothing is Sacred by Michael J. Walsh also uses contradictory symbols; in this case the purpose is to frame a critical examination of history. The front lawn installation is a skeletal, un-rooted ‘tree’ and from the branches hangs traditional Bermuda paper kites that are flown on Easter weekend. The decorative elements of the installation will fade with time and weather, and this gets us a bit closer to Walsh’s driving question: How does Bermuda relate to its history? Are we willing to face the tragic events of our past or will our historical tree be rootless?

Edwin M.E. Smith, Culture of Entitlement Michael J. Walsh, Nothing is 1, 2013, mixed media, 48 x 48 x 2in. Sacred, 2013, mixed media, 24 x 20 x 20ft. Collection of the artist. Collection of the artist.

Edwin M.E. Smith addresses local behaviour on Bermuda Day, May 24th, a holiday in which families stake their territory on the parade route with rope, canvas, chalk and tape, materials also used in the artwork. In this Culture of Entitlement series, Smith’s use of symbols play double Dutch: first, satirizing territorialism of public spaces; second, referencing “transatlantic routes used by European sailors in their western advancement during the 16 and the 17th centuries.” Come and discover the artwork to peel back more layers. The Bermuda Biennial 2014: A View from the Edge will be featured at the BNG in Hamilton, and the BNG East in St. George’s. Admission is free. The experience is memorable. Visit us today. Bermuda’s Leading Innovative Security Company 441.292.2626 / 62 St. John’s Road, Pembroke / security@associates.bm

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Take away a memento of your experience with a BNG art book: Impressions of Bermuda or Bermuda National Gallery: An Introduction. For more information: www.bng.bm or call (441) 295-9428/ 297-9428.

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The Artist Ami Zanders BY STEPHANIE GIBSON

An “assault of colour” is perhaps the best way to describe the experience of walking into the Bermuda National Gallery. Standing at 10ft x 14ft tall and staring you in the face as you enter, is Ami Zanders’ mixed media installation When the Bough Breaks. At first glance, with its bright colours and glitter the work might appear bright and welcoming, but upon looking a few seconds longer the viewer begins to get a sense that something more sinister and complex is actually being presented. When the Bough Breaks is a mixed media artwork including yarn, glitter, plastic dolls and mouths, paint and various pieces of jewelry. The yarn, glitter, and paint are all brightly coloured, mimicking the bright colours of Bermuda. Both glitter and paint have been applied to the dolls and mouths to ensure that they are just as demanding of the viewer’s attention. Scattered amongst the toys are multicoloured disks made out of yarn of various sizes. In the mind of most viewers these objects and materials are thought of as gentle or even stereotypically feminine; however, the positioning of objects and the manipulation of the dolls and mouths undermines these previously held beliefs. “I use glitter, beads, dolls and yarn, which are probably the most nonthreatening materials you can use, to create a very dark piece,” Zanders states. The transformation of the toys along with the bright colours make the work dark and even a bit perplexing, which is undoubtedly part of Zanders’ plan as she “enjoy’s confusing

the viewer.” Things are not as they should be, or rather as we would like or expect them to be. Objects once representative of childhood innocence are made threatening, cheerful colours become oppressive. It is impossible not to begin to be filled with an array of emotions standing in front of a piece that just turned our previously held notions on its head, which is what she wants. According to Zanders, she “want[s] some kind of reaction from the viewer. She want’s the viewer to either love it or hate it.” Without a reaction from the viewer, good or bad, she feels as if she has failed. Indifference, rather than hatred, is the worst possible insult. Like most of Zanders’ work, When the Bough Breaks is autobiographical and is inspired by a childhood tragedy. At age four, her neighbours and childhood best friends were murdered by their father. The event was obviously traumatic and stuck with her throughout her life. Rather than shy away from, or repress the memory, Zanders used it a means to shed light on an issue that we often want to hide or ignore: child abuse. Because we live on an island full of such beauty, and viewed as a luxurious vacation destination by many, Zanders believes “it tricks you into thinking that everything is wonderful;” however, Bermuda faces the same problems that any other country faces. Just as the viewer is drawn to the bright colours of the work, only to realize it’s dark and sinister nature, so too must we address the social problems hidden within our paradise, or even our own personal lives. Zanders’ work somehow manages to be disturbing, even creepy, and yet still embody an air of beauty. The viewer feels the urge to look away, but that feeling is trumped by intense curiosity and a sense that something important is being presented. When the Bough Breaks is unapologetic and has stripped away everything we want to hide; our ugliest parts. It leaves us exposed and standing in our truth, which is both uncomfortable and freeing.

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Rebecca Little Bermudian Contemporary Jewellery Designer BY CANDICE DICKINSON

After studying in the UK for 5 years, Bermudian/British contemporary Jewellery Designer Rebecca Little returned to Bermuda. Over the past couple of years she has settled in and created the perfect home studio filled with inspiring artifacts, soft tones, just the right breeze and even a little rustic furniture created by her boyfriend from interesting finds around the island. It is her own little sanctuary and along with the natural beauty of her surroundings she finds balance and a daily source of inspiration. What inspired you to begin creating jewellery and how did your path unfold? From a very young age I was always intrigued by jewelry. I collected various objects within my environment and loved to create things with my hands. My mom tells me that I always loved to draw. I had a real interest in fashion and that soon became my primary focus for many years but day-to-day living in such a beautiful environment helped inspire my creativity. I always thought I wanted to pursue fashion as a career but once I learned a little more about it I shifted my focus. During a foundation course I realized I was better at making three-dimensional objects. I spent a full year learning and developing a range of skills. It was a great opportunity to really see what I was good at. In the beginning I was sure it would be photography, maybe even fashion photography but my tutor noticed that I was good at making things with my hands so he encouraged me focus on that. He once sat me down in a room with some card and masking tape and said, “just make something”. I came up with some really cool shapes and displayed an interesting way of putting things together. Today this comes out in my jewelry with the connection of the strips of metal and various other materials. It’s a unique technique that I have developed just from experimenting over time. Blessed with dual citizenship you travelled overseas to further your education, what schools did you attend? Richmond-upon-Thames College, Twickenham, UK, where I studied BTEC Foundation in Art and Design. It was a broad course including all art forms that really pushed students to find their focus. I then moved onto UCA, Farnham, UK, obtaining a BA (Hons) 3-D Design in Jewellery and Metalwork. When I was at university I really explored what I was passionate about which was still jewellery but I collected various fashion related tear sheets and often recreated fabric textures in solid forms in my jewellery. After completion I applied for a postgraduate course in jewellery and silvermaking for a year at Bishopsland Educational Trust, UK. This was an old farmhouse converted into a small school that was also residential in a rural setting. Just ten people are selected to attend each year.

It was amazing, a very real life focused environment. We were living and doing everyday and learning to make a business work as well as working to ‘the bishopsland standard’ – a high standard of quality working. I really learned to push my ideas further creating things that were really unique and found that you really have to look in unusual places for inspiration that is going to set you apart from everyone else. Does creativity run in your family? My dad draws when he has time, wrote a few songs, loves photography and is always building things and even designed and built the extension on my family’s house. One grand-dad was always making things out of nothing and wrote reams of poetry - the other was a lay preacher, and painted in his retirement. My three sisters are also all creative. Rachel is a graphic designer and my sister Naomi is a creative writer. My mom loves children and teaches Sunday School and taught me to sew. When you returned to Bermuda what steps did you take to get yourself on the right track? I have been back for two years now and when I first arrived I assessed other jewellers on the island and really focused on doing something different. There is no use trying to create the same things. Architecture is another real inspiration for me and finding myself surrounded by Bermuda’s architecture was a natural progression because I had already started incorporating inspired architecture into my work while living in the UK. Where can one find your work? I recently had an exhibition at the Windjammer II Gallery and usually have a small collection there. I also have my jewellery at David Rose in St. George’s and I can be found at Harbour Nights every Wednesday until September 3rd. I also sell online at www. rebeccalittlejewellery.com and am happy to take on commissions and visit clients or have clients visit me in my studio near Shelly Bay. I recommend people to contact me through my website to arrange an appointment. www.rebeccalittlejewellery. com Please tell us about your collections. I try to create a new collection every year but I continuously add to my collections. So I will start with the main collection or even just a new style and will return to it, add and grow. Sometimes I will be somewhere and see something and it will spark an idea for a particular collection.

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earrings, silver & natural freshwater pearl

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Golf Across The Island “Building On A Great Vision” BY KIM SWAN, J.P. TEACHING PROFESSIONAL

The three 2014 major champions already established represent a stellar field as we await the winner of the PGA Championship in August, but with two players under 30 boasting multiple majors, they also represent the emergence of a new generation - the changing of the guard.

Bermuda is the richer for hosting the PGA Grand Slam of Golf and all credit to Dr. Hon, Ewart Brown for a great vision that has clearly reestablished our country on the golfing map and in doing so, increased the awareness of Bermuda as a premium golf destination.

In fact, all three 2014 major champions - Bubba Watson at Augusta National, Martin Kaymer the US Open Champion and Rory McIlroy who won “The Open” - are all multiple major winners and are beginning to established themselves apart from the rest of the pack.

Without a doubt, the PGA Grand Slam of Golf has certainly enhanced the reputation of Port Royal Golf Course and added to the illustrious credentials enjoyed by the Mid Ocean Club. Few public courses can boast regularly hosting the world’s great golfers and for Port Royal it has certainly elevated the stature of the golf course and made it amongst the most sought after public courses in golf. Bermuda must now build on that solid base provided throughout the key communities where golf plays a major part in the lives of people and to their communities.

As we in Bermuda wait anxiously for the October 2014 event, we can only hope that the organizers are able to assemble all of this year’s current crop of major winners. Bermuda is looking forward to witnessing Rory’s dominance when on form, Martin Kaymer’s efficiency and Bubba Watson’s shotmaking artistry, this fine group of major winners already provide a dream team for October.

As October draws near - the time that we will host our final PGA Grand Slam of Golf - the work by Port Royal staff to prepare a golf course fit for the golf ’s most successful golf professionals in 2014 intensifies.

At Port Royal we are excited and are preparing each day with all efforts aimed at making this final PGA Grand Slam most memorable. Notwithstanding, we will be hosting thousands of golfers before the tournament and invite all to come out and experience our world class public golf facility. Comments: kimswangolf@gmail.com

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Heritage Matters History Takes To The Air BY DR. EDWARD HARRIS, MBE JP

Left: The cover of the monumental 300-page book on the history of aviation at Bermuda, as recently published by the National Museum of Bermuda Press.

Obsession is vital to the worlds of collecting artefacts, works of art, and even historical knowledge for its own sake. However, one of the more important synonyms for ‘obsession’ is that the word ‘passion’, which is the essential ingredient if one is interested in the pursuit of matters of heritage and history. A depth of definition for that word is amply expressed in the new book by the Bermudaphiles, Ewan Partridge and Tom Singfield on the subject of the history of aviation at the Island. The volume is the product of over a decade of tracking, finding, recording and writing about the mechanical birds that have taken to the local skies, after tens of thousands of years of hegemony by cahows, longtails and other feathered inhabitants of the Island. The book reflects the passion of those two individuals, not only for planes, but for this smallest of landing places, out in the middle of an Atlantic nowhere and, before the late 1930s, only accessible by air on a regular basis to the aforementioned denizens of the ether. The book was launched at the Commissioner’s House at the National Museum on 29 May 2014 to an enthusiastic crowd: Permanent Secretary (and former museum trustee) Left: A Luscombe 8A floatplane of the Bermuda Flying School floats in the shadow of the Pan American Boeing 314 Atlantic Clipper, alongside the docking pier at Darrell’s Island, in the early summer of 1940 (John Swick and Jack Wright).

Anthony Pettit One of Bermuda's Leading Art Dealers Bermuda Fine Art, Antique Maps, Books Prints & Ephemera

Left: US Navy airship “ZD3” appear in Bermuda for the 1954 Armed Forces Day (Mike Kolasa), while inset Horst Augustinovic recently acquired a great picture (28/04/1925) of the US dirigible Los Angeles moored to the SS Patoka in the channel to the north of “By-the-Sea” (now demolished).

Wayne Carey made a few remarks on behalf of the Minister of Community, Culture and Sports, the Hon. R. Wayne Scott, JP MP. ‘The National Museum of Bermuda has an enviable record of publishing important works about Bermuda and its heritage. This latest publication, Wings over Bermuda, by Ewan Partridge and Tom Singfield recounts the extensive history of aviation in Bermuda from its 1919 origins, through the era of giant flying boats and piston-powered airliners, to the modern jets of today. The book tells a compelling story about the rise of Bermuda as a strategic wartime base for Allied forces, focusing on the US military air bases that served as a platform for defence through the Second World War and the Cold War, the airfield of which eventually became the hub of Bermuda’s civilian aviation gateway.’ ‘Wings over Bermuda reveals a previously overlooked and somewhat undervalued element in the development of commercial and military transatlantic aviation. The book contains hundreds of rare photographs and tells some unheard aviation stories, including the importance of the Bermuda Flying School in helping the Second World War effort. On behalf of Minister Scott, I want to congratulate the National Museum of Bermuda for continuing to explore unique aspects of Bermuda’s heritage and bringing them to life for public awareness and consumption. I also wish to congratulate the authors, Ewan Partridge and Tom Singfield, for a expertly researched and well written book, which will be much appreciated by historians, aviation enthusiasts, and the public in general.’ The production of the book owes much to its sponsors is Mrs. Jean Bird, the Hon. Ernest De Couto, CBE JP and Mrs. Phyllis De Couto, Mr. Tim Davidson, and BAS-Serco Limited: thanks to all of them for helping the book take to the air. Left: Long a fixture of Bermuda air space and life, a US Navy P-3 Orion comes into land over Ferry Reach, perhaps after a spot of Soviet submarine hunting and tracking (Tom Singfield).

CARSON, FRANK HOLY TRINITY CHURCH, BAILEYS BAY. 1930S. WATERCOLOUR (DIMENSIONS 10 X 12 INCHES) American 1881 – 1968. Fine artist who inspired the likes of Hawthorne and Mears in their portrayal of Bermuda. Carson loved bright colours, especially red, and vigorously executed subjects such as this striking church. Price on request By Appointment Only Tel: 441 292 2482 www.anthonypettit.com

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Do You Know ...About Fort Bell, Kindley Field And The Naval Air Station? – Part 1

Fort Bell was named after Major-General George Bell Jr. who commanded the 33rd Division of the American Expeditionary Force in France during 1918 and Kindley Field was after Field E. Kindley, a World War I aviator in the Royal Flying Corps credited with shooting down 12 enemy planes.

BY HORST AUGUSTINOVIC Left: Thursday is pay-day! Here the Pay Wagon is paying some of the 3,000 Bermuda Base Contractor employees.

Left: The giant stone crusher and screening plant silhouetted against the sunset in Castle Harbour. The stone crusher processed 29 million cubic yards of dredge fill from Castle Harbour.

On August 13th 1940 the Governor of Bermuda received a ‘most urgent’ telegram from the U.K. regarding the establishment of ‘Naval and Air Bases’ by the United States in British possessions in the Western Hemisphere, causing much speculation as to the future of Bermuda.

Above: The three runways were 8,300, 5,800 and 5,000 feet long. Left: Martha Raye entertaining some of the 3,000 workers constructing Kindley Field. Actress and singer Martha Raye was also a U.S. Army nurse with the honourary rank of Colonel. President Bill Clinton awarded her the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1993. Below: An official letter from the U.S. Engineer Office Bermuda Survey in St. George’s, sent to New York on February 8th 1941. Because the U.S. did not have their own postal facility at that time, the letter was sent through the Bermuda Post Office and was censored in Bermuda, causing some friction with the U.S. military.

On September 2nd Bermuda was informed that the U.S. Navy cruiser St. Louis was due to arrive on September 5th with U.S. officers forming a ‘Board of Inspection’. As the Bermuda Govern-ment was not party to this agreement between Great Britain and the U.S., a ‘Bermuda Committee’ was hastily formed. At the first meeting with the ‘Bermuda Committee’, Rear-Admiral John Greenslade read out a list of U.S. requirements: a land aerodrome of 1-1/2 square miles to accommodate 72 seaplanes, 72 land planes as well as 150 officers and 4,500 men – preferably the Riddells Bay area in Warwick. Requests were also made for Morgan’s and Tucker’s Islands, as well as a large area in Southampton for the construction of a Naval Operating Base. Also required were batteries for anti-aircraft guns and islands for storing explosives, etc. etc. These demands were totally unexpected and came as a great shock in Bermuda. On October 24th 1940 the St. Louis arrived for a second visit and Admiral Greenslade stated that ‘Bermudians do not appreciate the gravity of the situation’. Because of Bermudian concerns that a major U.S. base in Riddells Bay would essentially ‘cut Bermuda in half ’, some east end sites were visited by Admiral Greenslade and his team, and it was agreed to build an airbase there. On November 18th the plans were announced in the House of Assembly and two days later the ‘United States Naval and Air Bases (Survey) Bill’ was rushed through the three required readings in order that ‘fretting U.S. technicians could begin their work’. Levelling Longbird Island and smaller islands at the north of Castle Harbour to make a landmass contiguous with St. David’s Island, the US Army now built an airfield primarily as a staging point for trans-Atlantic flights by landplanes, adding 750 acres to Bermuda. In April 1941 the US Army occupied the area, creating ‘Fort Bell’, with ‘Kindley Field’ being the airfield. In August 1943 all construction was complete and the Bermuda base became a vital link between the United States and Europe.

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BERMUDA CEDAR GIFTS Alan makes a number of beautiful gifts using old Bermuda Cedar. He has created a special collection of pens, pencils, wine stoppers, men’s razors and shaving sets and even a coffee scoop! Each piece is carefully hand crafted and special orders including engraving by Bermuda Blueprinting can be requested. These hand crafted pieces of art make the perfect gift for anyone who appreciates having a little piece of Bermuda. Alan uses reclaimed wood and sometimes a small nail hole appears as he turns the wood on his lathe. It is especially cool to come across these markings as it really makes each and every piece unique. Alan’s beautifully hand crafted Bermuda Cedar Gifts can also be found at the Alexandra Mosher Studio in Washington Mall just off Reid Street; on Queen Street at the Island Shop, Hand Made Bermuda in the Clocktower Mall in Dockyard and online at www.luxurygiftsbermuda.com where all purchases are elegantly gift-wrapped and hand delivered same or next day. Alan is happy to talk about custom designs and orders. He also works with coloured acrylic. Stop by and see him at Harbour Nights or contact him at 441 532 4869, info@bermudacedargifts.com or www.bermudacedargifts.com

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Whole Day Dreaming Aboard The Übervida BY NADIA HALL

PASTA SALAD with grilled vegetables and olives Pairs well with ÜberVida Cîroc Red Berry, Mango Puree & Prosecco

It wasn’t my first time on the ÜberVida. Since Captain Denis Owen first brought the ship home after scouring distant boat yards for “the one”, it’s been the site of many a stellar day (and night!) on the water – a love affair that began as we eagerly anticipated her arrival and that class of memory you’ll tell your grandchildren about. Considering our on-off relationship, I was more than pleasantly surprised to see her new makeover. Her custom furnishings have been upholstered in smart navy blue with white piping, with dark wood on the steps leading up the bow. Bermuda’s self-styled “celebration yacht” is one well-dressed vessel! The crew wear a navy uniform to match with yellow Bermuda shorts and I’m greeted onboard with a helping hand and a broad smile. Captain Denis Owen escorts me to the breakfast buffet and offers a cup of cold-brew coffee. It’s a first for me. The beans, from Bermuda coffee company Devil’s Isle, are soaked in cold water overnight and then served with a slice of lemon over ice. It’s a process that promises to eliminate the harsh acidity of your regular cup of joe and I’m converted. It’s smooth, refreshing and wakes me up like coffee should. We’re getting ready for Whole Day Dreaming, a formula cooked up by the Captain and Bermuda’s only luxury snorkeling tour. The 5-hour package includes coffees, teas, assorted pastries, sandwiches, wraps, salads, hot lunch buffet and open bar. Alcohol is only permitted after snorkeling, but they’ve created a signature cocktail list that begs for attention long before you’ve even reached the Eastern Cut. Snorkeling equipment and instruction are provided onboard, you need only give your shoe size. The excursion stems from a trip Denis took as child with his family to the same stunning spot on Bermuda’s North Barrier Reef, which boasts some of the best snorkeling in the world. It was a day that made such an impact on his younger self, he vowed to find a way to share that experience with everyone he could. With First Mate Roxi, the pair have created a product that does that and more. It’s unsurprising that they’ve been awarded Bermudian Magazine’s Best of Bermuda Gold Award for three years running and Certificate of Excellence on Trip Advisor.

GRILLED MAHI MAHI with lemon butter sauce Pairs well with The ÜberCosmo Absolut Vodka, Dekuyper Triple Sec, Sour Mix, Lychee Liquor and cranberry juice

CHICKEN SKEWERS with peppers & red onion in a tomato sauce Pairs well with Raspberry Mojito Gosling’s Gold Bermuda Rum, mint, lime, raspberries, soda

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The City of Hamilton, with its competing British and American influences, can seem a little urbane for those seeking a tropical island escape. Tucked away off Washington Lane, is a palm filled courtyard offering a true taste of the Caribbean. Owner, manager and sometime chef, Victor Alleyne wears many hats. When we meet, his chef is away and he’s taken the reigns, a role he’s comfortable with since opening 20 years ago. He’s since parted ways with his original associates, a chef and a pastry chef, and created a flavour that harks back to his Barbadian roots. The Friday lunch buffet is hugely popular, a generous spread of local favourites like herb roasted lamb and chicken alongside other specialties such as brown stew chicken and mahi mahi creole. Bul Jol, a Bajan codfish salad with onions, peppers and spices, stands out in the salad bar. I love it. It’s bright, flavourful and perfect for anyone who appreciates a good saltfish. Anyone seeking respite from the heat can take their plate into the dining room. The décor is a smart blend of below-deck Captain’s quarters and pirate’s port. Colourful flags festoon the stone walls alongside maps and dark, glossy, wood paneling. The trunks of royal palms are staggered between tables, sprouting from the floor and up through the roof. A Heineken chandelier adds whimsy – life, especially island life, should never be taken too seriously! The bar is long and accommodating with one of the largest rum selections on island. Many of the Caribbean’s distilleries are present. Alleyne’s signature swizzle is renowned. Using his own three-rum blend and Bermuda Falernum for that botanical sweetness, it’s a hue brighter than the swizzle I’m used to and I wonder what other secrets he’s keeping. “It’s pretty famous,” the bartender tells me as I take a sip (or two, or three). Many loyal customers return for the swizzle, the take-out roti – a curried wrap – and, of course, the Friday lunch buffet. The dinner menu offers a traditional fried flying fish that’s very popular with visitors and locals. Those in favour of some evening entertainment could participate (or spectate) in Thursday’s karaoke night where the ladies tend to lead the show. While Friday Happy Hour is just the start of what is “always a good night.” It’s scheduled from 5 o’clock until 7, “but usually lasts until 9!” he tells me with a deep laugh. A DJ spins island sounds until 3:00 a.m. and “everything”, Alleyne motions outward amidst the tables and chairs, “moves.”

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Calling All Pizza Lovers! Sul Verde, Tucker’s Point BY CANDICE DICKINSON

RED, WHITE & GREEN Torn Mozzerella, Roasted Grape Tomatoes, Basil Pesto Sul Verde at Rosewood Tucker’s Point has always offered an authentic Italian experience but their latest creation will take you on a culinary journey that will leave a lingering taste of true rustic Neapolitan pizza in your mouth and an undeniable desire for more until your next encounter. With Sul Verde’s chefs Max, Fabio, Riccardo, Andrea and their incredible baking skills it only made sense to go deeper when they decided to create a pizza menu. They started by mastering the perfect dough following a recipe from the Neopolitan tradition of “verace”. The dough would always be shaped rather than rolled resulting in an authentic look allowing bubbles to expand around the crust line or “cornicione”. One of the best parts of a pizza is the crust, so when thin crust pizza became all the rage we lost touch with the very reason that we fell in love with it in the first place. Neopolitan pizza has a thin base but the crust is delightfully puffy so there you have it folks, this pizza offers the best of both worlds! So now that Sul Verde has mastered the pizza itself it would only make sense to go one step further which is exactly what they have done. The toppings! You can find a classic Margherita on their menu complete with Italian favourites such as tomato s au c e, house made mozzarella and basil but you can also sink your teeth into a MAMA. Imagine chunks of tuna, accents of sliced red onion, capers scattered about, fresh basil, tomato sauce and the house mozzarella. Meat lovers will be pleased to enjoy a RICO’s CALZONE, house mozzarella, classic Italian house meatballs, shredded Parmesan, mushrooms, fresh basil and vivacious red peppers. A menu one step ahead of the rest wouldn’t be complete without something for seafood lovers, how about the OCEAN. Shrimps, scallops, calamari, mussels, tomato sauce, garlic, chili and fresh basil! Delicious! LOCALS CAN ENJOY TAKE OUT DAY & EVENING OR DINE IN DURING THE EVENINGS INSIDE OR ON THE PATIO! Rosewood Tucker’s Point, 60 Tucker’s Point Dr., Hamilton Parish, 441 298 4000, www.tuckerspoint.com

SUL VERDE House made Burrata, Arugula, Parma Ham and Tomato Sauce

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A Slice Of Paris In Dockyard

Dockyard Pastry BY NADIA HALL

I’ll find any excuse to trip it up to Ireland Island for the Dockyard Pastry Shop. They could teach a masterclass in sandwich making and I always leave impressed by the freshness of it all. Yes, in the ingredients, but also in the menu. The daily specials are an inventive take on classic combinations. A mouthwatering Bermuda avocado sandwich with fresh mozzarella, juicy tomato and basil pesto; grilled vegetables, goats cheese, sun dried tomato pesto and tapenade; a juicy Reuben sandwich. Seasonal soups are livened up with ginger or coconut. Located in the old Naval quarters at the entrance to the Victualling yard, their patio, with bright aqua blue umbrellas, provides ample shade and relief from a sweltering sightseeing session around historic dockyard – the perfect spot for one of their cocktails.We tried an excellent swizzle and one of their own creations, a refreshing mix of Grey Goose cherry noir, pama pomegranate liqueur and soda water. They began unadvertised, with a loyal fanbase that followed from their custom cake business. Serving an exemplary Afternoon Tea, European-style pastries and gluten-free alternatives. I’ve found it perfect for an à la carte brunch when you don’t want to partake in the ubiquitous, nap-inducing buffet, version. Mimosas are a must. One rainy visit had us piling up the stairs into their new addition, a bistro-style dining room, all deep reds and vivid blues, to match their pre-exisitng palette. A slice of Paris in Dockyard. Chef Joerg Rudolf ’s photographs adorn the walls, a collection started thirty years ago when he first came to the island. I’m drawn to the ethereal, ghostly depictions of Dockyard. past and he brings out a book of many more, giving me yet another reason to pay them a visit.

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TWiB Style Guide

Grotto Bay

Red and Blue aren’t just for Cupmatch!

Surf & Turf Buffet with Jamie Zuill & Robert

This month go sailor chic with a red, white and blue colour palette. Stick to more figure-flattering diagonal or vertical stripes and stay away from jumbo horizontal ones that lay flat on the areas you’d prefer to conceal. Atelerie have some cute stripey vests in with matching handbags in red and blue, perfect with cutoffs for a casual Sunday. For a more modern twist, pair your stripes with an unexpected bold colour like bright yellow, or add neon accessories.

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BY BECCI HANSON, TABS FOUNDER

Get print perfect with anchor, lobster, fish and sail boat prints… just don’t go overboard! Just one print per ensemble. A.S. Cooper’s have some preppy Vineyard Vines booty shorts in. Pair with a simple tee in a block colour and add some chunky gold jewelry to funk it up. Denim also goes well for the nautical look, just keep the edges clean (no freys). ‘Chanel’ your inner Jackie O with oversized sunglasses to add some ladylike elegance to an otherwise casual look. A hat is a must have protection in the sun and Flying Colours have some cute caps in this season. Keep it simple though, you don’t want to look like Popeye! Opt for wedges for a lawn BBQ, Lusso has some AMAZING Jimmy Choo’s and Fendi’s in their sale section. These would look sharp with some super short shorts and a smart white shirt. Feeling flush? The red Fendi bag in Lusso is to die for! For a more sophisticated version of the look, take a page out of Chanel’s Resort 2014 collection and go for understated elegance with soft fabrics in faded neutrals. Layer strands of tangled pearls and subtle button accents to keep things feeling of the sea. Keep to one block colour and polish off your look with ocean inspired accessories like the gold starfish bracelet we found in Gibbons. Robe inspired detail is also a chic subtle nod to sailor style.

Edwards Featuring Makita Joell (Bermuda’s #1Limbo Dancer)

Grotto Bay hosts a stellar surf and turf buffet, a family-friendly Friday Happy hour that both fulfills the island dreams of the eager visitor and resurrects the jaded ideals of a disillusioned local – or “native” as we were labelled by a fun-filled holidaymaker from New Jersey who was down with her six children, husband and all their cousins. It was nothing like the Bermuda that we’re used to. A gorgeous location without doubt, we were greeted by staff in crisp, white, sailor hats and kitschy, nautical uniform and I felt we had entered a Rogers and Hammerstein musical. Step away from that pinot grigio! Frozen drinks are mandatory and delicious. One sip and I’d already convinced myself I was in the South Pacific. While the Bayside Terrace is the perfect place to watch the sun set over Grotto Bay, you can go one step further to a row of tables set up on the beach and plant your feet in the soft sand. Local musicians, Jamie Zuill and Robert Edwards provide a song to dine by, and to fill your plate by. Tender steaks and lobster tails, still hot from the grill had me going back over and over, bestrewing each visit with cold appetizers of sushi, crabs legs and other fruits de mer. Dessert was equally delicious, with tropical fruit salad, a great selection of cakes, a rich chocolate mousse, and Makita Joell, an exotic, otherworldly creature who certainly fits the course. Her fiery limbo display is alone worth the visit.

This is a great look for guys as well with minimum hassle. Just stick to your red, white and blue colour palette and you’re all set! Stripey navy tee with TABS Red Bird shorts (from A.S. Cooper Man Store) and some Toms from Gibbons. Job done.

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Dine on the Green

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The Battender Ryan Gibbons

BY CANDICE DICKINSON

Ryan is one of those people that you just adore if you know him and never forget if you meet just once. It’s not just his magnetic smile; his enticing energy will also draw you in. His words are kind and he loves to laugh. He is dedicated and honest and just a great person to meet and get to know, if your lucky. He also makes a mean cocktail and your life just won’t be complete without trying one. You recently won The Bermudian Magazine’s Best of Bermuda 2014 Award for Best Bartender. What do you think sets you apart from all of the other bartenders across the island? This is actually my second time winning this award. I was awarded Best Bartender in 2012 and now again in 2014. The Island Restaurant Group actually won seven awards total this year, so we are all just really excited. I think a lot of it has to do with relationship management. Guests come into Barracuda Grill and they like our food and drinks but it isn’t necessarily enough. We want everyone to leave wanting more and that’s what guarantee’s their return. We want to see our guests regularly. For the most part we remember everyone’s names that come through our door and if we don’t remember your name, we definitely remember your face. That’s where we win. We have to emphasize our guest relations even more than the average Hamilton restaurant and bar because we don’t have a million dollar view, we don’t even have windows. What we do have is an intimate atmosphere; great food and we give the best service possible. It’s a truly personal experience, all about the guest the moment they walk through our door. The drinks I create are never about the burn and speed of bartending, I focus on the quality of the drink and the guest I am creating it for whether they are enjoying my company at the bar or seated at a table enjoying a meal and company of their own. Do you have any tips for others who are in the industry or might want to follow your path? To be honest, it seems that there has been a bit of a downturn in the local talent lately. Many people are looking at bartending as more of a hustle rather than a career. Michael Faye from Harry’s is one bartender that I have to say has some good stuff going on. I think there will definitely be some competition next year when the polls are out for the 2015 Best Bartender. There’s nothing wrong with making bartending a career. You just have to own it. It has taken me places I never dreamed I would go. Vernon Pemberton of Bermuda Premium Spirits extended an invitation to me recently and I travelled to Puerto Rico, toured the distillery and attended a number of events. It was an incredible experience not only to visit Puerto Rico but also to represent my country. What’s next on the agenda? Funny enough, my focus had really started to shift just before I won the award and starting to receive a lot of attention. I had actually started running a lot, just for fun. Most recently I ran the May 24th Half Marathon and participated in both the Catlin Olympic Triathalon that just passed in May and the Tokio Millennium Triathlon that passed in June. I’m now training for the PanAm Games 100m, 200m, 400m dashes in Toronto, Ontario that I hope to qualify for. I actually got a little star struck at the Catlin Olympic Triathlon. I was running along the route and Bermudian Olympian Tyler Butterfield passed by, turned and said “you’re doing good”. I ran into him a few days later at Dangelini’s Cafe and then again at the Tokio Millennium Triathlon where he came up and told me I was doing really well and that I was inspirational. I thought to myself - no you’re the inspirational one!!! So it is just amazing to be a part of it all and to compete with different people. It has been a total shift in energy.

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WEEKLY LINE UP

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