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Bermuda Ha Ha Well, It’s More Than You Can Sheikh A Stick At BY ROGER CROMBIE
Many Middle Eastern countries enjoy wealth beyond imaging, thanks to their oil revenues. Wealth being Bermuda’s middle name (its first name is Jim, since you ask), the Island has connections to a number of Middle Eastern countries. This is a story of the ruler of one of them: the richest of all the oil sheikhs. He had three children. One day, he took his eldest aside. “Son,” he said, “my oil revenues now exceed $10 billion a day.” “Is that a lot of money, dad?” the son asked. “Well, it’s more than you can sheikh a stick at,” said the great man. “Now listen. Next week, our whole country will celebrate with you your ninth birthday. Your mother and I would like to give you something memorable to mark the occasion. Name whatever it is that you would like for your birthday — anything at all — and you shall have only the finest and most expensive example of it, as a sign of the respect we have for you.” “That’s easy, papa,” said the boy. “I really, really want a model aeroplane.” The little lad had trouble sleeping for the next few nights, and a lot of noise going on near the family home didn’t help. On the morning of his birthday, he awoke and looked excitedly out of his bedroom window. Below lay a brand new runway, and standing in its centre, a supersonic Concorde laminated in gold leaf. His father came into the room. “Happy birthday, son,” the Sheikh said. “For you, only the finest aeroplane in the world will do.” A few months later, he spoke to his second-born, a daughter. “My beloved angel,” he said, “next week, you will be six years of age. My oil revenues have reached $20 billion a day. Whatever you would like to have as a birthday present, you shall have, and only the finest example available will do for the daughter of the Sheikh.” “Oh, papa,” the little girl giggled. “If I could have anything in the world, I would like to have a little boat that I could push around in the pond in our garden.” On the afternoon of her birthday, the Sheikh took his daughter on a long drive. When they reached the ocean, the Sheikh pointed with great pride to an aircraft carrier sitting just off the shore. “For you, my lovely daughter, as I promised, only the finest example will do,” said the Sheikh. A month later, it was his youngest son’s turn. “My son,” said the Sheikh, “my oil revenues now total $30 billion a day,” and, well, you can imagine the rest. “Oh daddy,” said the soon-to-be six-year-old. “We’re having a dress-up day at school next week, and if there is one thing in the world that I would really like, it’s a Mickey Mouse outfit.” “And you shall have one, said the Sheikh, “and only the finest example.” When the lad woke up the next morning, he was the Premier of Bermuda.
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Events Calendar
CUP MATCH CRICKET FESTIVAL - JULY 31 - AUGUST 1 PHOTOGRAPHY BY AKIL J. SIMMONS
JULY CALENDAR - EVENT LINEUP BERMUDA INSTITUTE OF OCEAN SCIENCES TOUR July 2. 10:00am, 17 Biological Lane, St. George’s Tour the BIOS labs and meet some of the scientists working on the exciting research that takes place on a daily basis. Info: 297 1880, info@bios.edu, www.bios.edu BERMUDA REGIMENT’S BEAT RETREAT July 2 , 11. St. George, July 23 Hamilton Always popular with visitors and locals alike, this highly entertaining event features military music, popular show tunes, contemporary composers and marching formations by the Bermuda Regiment Band and Corps of Drums and the Bermuda Islands Pipe Band and Dancers.
EVOLUTION FASHION SHOW Saturday, 12 July 2014 City Hall Car Park VIP Reception 7pm Showtime 8pm Admission is Free VIP tickets available for $50 All tickets available from the City Hall Offices or www.ptix.bm
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BERMUDA TRIPLE CROWN BILLFISH CHAMPIONSHIP 10TH ANNIVERSARY July 3 - 20. Weigh-ins: the Barr’s Bay Park Waterfront, Pitt’s Bay Road, Pembroke July 3-7. Bermuda Billfish Blast, more info www. bermudabillfishblast.com July 9 - 13. Bermuda Big Game Classic, more info www. bermudabiggameclassic.com July 16 - 20. Seahorse Anglers Club Billfish Tournament, Info: Dan Jacobs, 407 571 4680, www.bermudatriplecrown.com COPPERTONE BEACH VOLLEYBALL – SAME SEX TOURNAMENT July 5. Horseshoe Bay Beach, South Road, Southampton Come and watch (or play) in this same-sex tournament with both men’s and women’s 4-a-side division and a 2-a-side division. Spectator viewing is free and welcomed. Info: 291 1898, bdavb@hotmail. com, www.bermudavolleyball.bm
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Calendar 32SIXTYFOUR PADDLE RACE SERIES July 6. 9:15pm. Race 3 - Clearwater Beach on Sunday. July 20. 9:15pm. Race 4 - Somerset Long Bay on Sunday. Info: www.32sixtyfour.com. CITY OF HAMILTON: SUMMER SUNDAYS IN THE PARK ‘ROCKIN DE ROCK’ July 6. 3:00pm - 8:00pm, Victoria Park, City of Hamilton Spend a Sunday evening at ‘Summer Sundays in the Park’ where you can enjoy themed, live entertainment featuring local bands and artists plus a food court, vendor village and a children’s area. Info: 292 1234, events@cityhall.bm, www.cityhall.bm EVOLUTION FASHION SHOW July 7. Hair & Beauty Show, Earl Cameron Theatre, City Hall, Hamilton, 6.30pm, tickets $35 July 10. Local Designer Show, Pier 6, Front Street, Hamilton, 6.30pm, tickets $35 July 12. Evolution Fashion Show, City Hall Car Park, Hamilton, 7pm, tickets $50 Info: 292 1234, www.cityhall.bm. THE PLOUGH July 11, 6:00pm - 10:00pm. St. George’s The Town of St. George’s will celebrate its 402nd birthday. The PLOUGH will honour the settling ship that arrived on our shores in July 1612. The goal of this event is to celebrate our town’s over four centuries of commerce, heritage, arts & culture, faith, and community. More on page 14. Info: Kristin White, 297 3686, development@sgf.bm, www.sgf.bm BERMUDA FITTED DINGHY RACES July 13. Granaway Deep, Warwick, 12:00noon, 1:30pm, 3:00pm July 27. Mangrove Bay, Sandys, 12:00noon, 1:30pm, 3:00pm Info: 236 4411, secretary@rhadc.bm, website www.rhadc.bm 9TH ANNUAL DR. KENNETH E. ROBINSON/CYRIL OUTERBRIDGE PACKWOOD MEMORIAL LECTURE July 24. 12:00noon, Coco Reef Hotel Tickets are $15 for the talk and lunch. Info: 292 1681 CUPMATCH SUMMER SPLASH 441 Productions and Veterans in Action present Cup Match Summer Splash 2014 sponsored by the City of Hamilton. July 25. City Music Festival a FREE family concert featuring local talent and headliner ‘Who’s Bad’, the ultimate Michael Jackson tribute. July 26. One Love One Life concert headlined by Tarrus Riley and the Black Soil band. CONTINUED ON PAGE 14
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NON-MARINERS RACE - AUGUST 3 PHOTOGRAPHY BY AKIL J. SIMMONS
CUPMATCH SUMMER SPLASH CONTINUED... Mr. Dean Fraser, world class saxophonist, reggae legend Luciano, one of the most in demand Jamaican entertainers and a surprise guest artist will share the stage. July 30. Headlining Cup Match Eve, all the way from Trinidad, the King of Soca, Machel Montano and the HD family! Special guests performing with Machel will be Patrice Roberts, Farmer Nappy and host DJ Young Chow of Hot 97 NYC. While Friday night’s admission is free, packaged tickets for the One Love One Life concert and Machel Montano are available online at www.bdatix.bm as well as bdatix outlets located at Fabulous Fashions in the Heron Bay Plaza and Pulp and Circumstance in the Washington Lane. Info: 441productions@transact.bm, CupmatchSummersplash@gmail.com CUP MATCH CRICKET FESTIVAL July 31, August 1. 9:00am, Somerset Cricket Club, Cricket Lane, Somerset Island, Sandys This sporting event is a highly anticipated cricket match and the atmosphere on the grounds of the host club is always festive. Seating plus refreshments are available to visitors at the Visitors’ Stall. You can also enjoy the local cuisine from the many food stalls located on the grounds plus try your hand at the Crown & Anchor tables. Admission: to be announced nearer the time. Seniors are free with identification. Info: 441 297 0374 or stgeorgescc@ibl.bm BEACHFEST EMANCIPATION CELEBRATION July 31. Horseshoe Bay Beach Bermuda’s biggest and greatest Emancipation Celebration! Info: info@chewstick.org NON-MARINERS RACE August 3, All day long, Mangrove Bay Somerset This wacky day first began in August 1964 by amateur non-sailors deliberately launching non-seaworthy and distinctly non-nautical home-made floating in often hilarious unseaworthy crafts of any type and design as a joke against the well-established and prim sailing clubs of Bermuda and their 1960s sailing correctness. Today we can expect to enjoy nonpenguin fly by, non-noodle race, non-memorial to their mass-cot, non-calypso pipe band, and of ourse the non-float race. All surrounded by family frolics, youngsters jumping off “boats” and rocks, mock boat battles, some ingenious unorganized surprises. A fun day for all residents and visitors. Info: Sandys Boat Club, 8 Mangrove Bay, Sandys. 234 2248. 14 This Week in Bermuda | July 2014
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BERMUDA LECTURE & TOURS’ GUIDED WALKS & TALKS TOURS Daily. Various Locations Island Wide, 8:00am - 5:00pm Join Tim and Mary Rogers as they lead private guided walking tours (no join-up’s). Tours are led by this husband and wife team, (a former teacher and a conservationist), who specialise in history, architecture and natural history. Info: 238 0344, trogers@northrock. bm BNG EAST EXHIBITS (BERMUDA NATIONAL GALLERY - EAST) Daily. 11:00am-4:00pm. Bridge House, 1 Bridge Street, St. George Bermuda Biennial 2014, A View from the Edge, Exhibition of Contemporary Art Sponsored by Bacardi Limited Info: 297 9428, www.bng.bm MASTERWORKS MUSEUM OF BERMUDA ART Daily. Masterworks Museum, Botanical Gardens, 183 South Road, Paget Bermuda Postal History From 1620 to the UPU - Artist David Pitts (through July 9th) Tucker Sisters “Under the Yellow Flag” and Treasure Island (from July 12th) Info: 299 4000, www.bermudamasterworks.com mworks@logic.bm BERMUDA NATIONAL GALLERY EXHIBITS Monday to Friday, 10:00am – 4:00pm. Saturdays 10:00am – 2:00pm, City Hall, Church Street, City of Hamilton *Highlights of the Bermuda National Gallery Collection *Bermuda Biennial 2014, A View from the Edge, Exhibition of Contemporary Art Sponsored by Bacardi Limited. *Thursday Tour. 10:30am: Join this art tour conducted by a docent who will guide you through a variety of local and international exhibits. The Ondaatje Wing is dedicated to telling the story of the development of the visual arts through the Bermuda Collection. Info: 295 9428, www.bng.bm CONTINUED ON PAGE 16
Events Calendar ongoing BERMUDA BRIDGE CLUB GAMES Mondays to Fridays. Pomander Road, Paget Games are open to all except on Tuesday (restricted to players with less than 100 Master Points) and Thursday evenings (restricted to players with less than 300 Master points). Mondays 12:30pm & 7:30pm. Tuesdays 7.30pm (under 100 points). Wednesdays 9:30am. Thursdays 7:30pm (under 300 points). Fridays 7:30pm. Info: Admission: $10 per game for non-members. 541 0551, www.bermudabridge.com. BERMUDA SOCIETY OF ARTS (BSOA) Mondays to Saturdays. City Hall, Church Street, City of Hamilton Mondays. 5:30pm - 7:30pm. Kendra Earls, Find your own creative style or expression through drawing and paitning. Call for details. Tuesdays. 5:45pm - 7:45pm. Life Drawing Session: an open class with no instruction, Bermuda Biennial 2014, Bermuda National Gallery drawing of a life model. Call for details. Studio B - Peter Aldrich: Photography Exhibition (until July 15) Entire Gallery - The Acute Care Wing: Design-Construction-Complete (until July 15) Dejon Simmons & Members Summer Show, call for dates and details. Info: 292 3824 or www.bsoa.bm BERMUDA NATIONAL TRUST HISTORICAL HOUSES Mondays - Saturdays. Bermuda National Trust Museum at the Globe Hotel including Trustworthy Shop St. Georges. Mondays through Thursday and Saturdays. 10:00am - 4:00pm Historic Tucker House. Wednesdays – Saturdays. 11:00am - 3:00pm Verdmont Historic House & Gardens. Wednesdays – Fridays 10:00am - 4:00pm. Waterville. Mondays – Fridays. 9:00am - 5:00pm including a special tour every Monday at 2:00pm as part of the Bermuda Rendezvous Activities Program. Info: 236 6483, www.bnt.bm
CITY OF HAMILTON WALKING TOUR WITH TOWN CRIER ED CHRISTOPHER
Monday - Friday, 10:30am, City Hall, Church Street, Hamilton (July 1st through 22nd) Join our knowledgeable Tour Guide who takes you past some of Bermuda’s historic points of interest including City Hall & Arts Centre, the Sessions House, the Anglican Cathedral and Fort Hamilton. Info: 777 9738
FREE HISTORICAL RE-ENACTMENT & WALKING TOUR
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, Royal Naval Dockyard The re-enactment takes place in the beautiful and historic Victualing Yard from 9:30 to 9:50am, and is followed by the Walking Tour from 9:50 to 10:30am on Monday and Wednesday only. Info: 234 1709. VISITOR GOLF AT PORT ROYAL Mondays, Port Royal Golf Course, Southampton A special rate is offered on golf Mondays at Port Royal, a par 71 (6,842 yards) course and the home of the PGA Grand Slam of Golf. Special rates: $110 per person inclusive of golf cart for 18 holes; club rentals; book early. Info: Port Royal Golf Course, 234 0974. www.portroyalgolf.bm
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Serving a full selection of breakfast and lunch items, and even a traditional Afternoon Tea on Sundays, as well as made up Picnic baskets for lunch in the park. There is outdoor seating in the courtyard, and the cafe also gives full access to “Dobby’s Hideaway”, the lounge below. MONDAY – SATURDAY 10AM – 4PM SUNDAY 11:30AM – 4:30PM AFTERNOON TEA SERVED ON SUNDAYS 2PM – 4PM
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BOTANICAL GARDENS TOUR Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 10:30am. Botanical Gardens Visitors’ Centre, Berry Hill entrance, Paget Visit the sub-tropical fruit groves, formal gardens, cacti and display houses found within the lush 36 acres of the Botanical Gardens. Tuesdays and Fridays, 12 noon to 2:00pm, visit historic ‘Camden’, the official residence of the Premier. Info: 236 5902 ADVENTURE MINI GOLF TOURNAMENT AT THE BERMUDA GOLF ACADEMY Tuesdays, 10:00am - 2:00pm, Middle Road Southampton Come and enjoy playing on Bermuda’s oldest and most beautiful Mini golf course. Prize for winners. Info: 238 8800, Follow on Facebook, Bermuda Golf Academy Facebook: Inferno 2 Lounge INFERNO LOUNGE WEEKLY ENTERTAINMENT (NIGHTLIFE) Tues, Wed, Fri, Sat, 81 North Shore Road 2-4-1 Tuesdays, Twin Starr Lounge Wednesdays, Fire Fridays & Kick Off Saturadys both featuring live DJs. Info: Instagram: @inferno2lounge. THE BIG CHILL Wednesday, Bonefish Grill, 8:00pm - 12:00midnight, Royal Naval Dockyard DJ Felix Tod & TonyB on acoustic guitar and DJ Felix Tod from 9.30 – midnight Wednesday, The Hogpenny, 10:00pm 1:00am, Hamilton TonyB & Will Black host “Open Mic” night Friday, Seabreeze at LIDO, 6:00pm 11:00pm, Elbow Beach Featuring DJ Felix Tod, Joy T. Barnum & TonyB, think Ibiza, think Chill Music. Sushi Tapas & Cocktails HEAVEN on a FRIDAY Saturday, RED, 11:30pm until, Hamilton DJ Felix plays hard on the dance floor Deep House Info: www.the-big-chill.com CONTINUED ON PAGE 18
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Gibbet Isle: Creepy History BY CAPTAIN NATHAN WORSWICK, ANA LUNA ADVENTURES Park Breck Photo
At the mouth of Flatts inlet, the cusp of Harrington sound is a small & somewhat uninteresting isle surrounded by crystalline waters which is just great for snorkeling and general relaxing on yachts. When approached by sea there is a very large and inviting anchorage of pure white coral sand. Turtles are common, Eagle Rays as well, the rocks and reefs surrounding the isle teem with fish of all kinds especially juveniles. Gibbet isle and its surrounding waters seems like the best of times, water is perfect, girls the prettiest, beer is always cold, climate ideal… History in the old days was not quite so ideal and was quite deadly for the condemned at times on the little rock just a few feet from mainland Bermuda. A gibbet is old English for a hanging post. The isle was used thusly on a few occasions although only for the very worst criminals. A slave named Quashi in 1754 was hanged after his conviction of murder, another an Indian slave named John who in 1681 stole a pistol and set the house of his owner on fire and intended to shoot every member of the family as they emerged. He later confessed everything and Governor Florentius Seymour pronounced sentence ‘that he should be executed at or by the Gibbet at the Flatts mouth’. The public was encouraged to view these gruesome events largely to dissuade others from following suit. Apparently it worked as accounts of hangings are few and far between. Today there is no evidence of the gibbet itself, only the remains of a stone causeway which served as footpath to access the isle. Casurina trees have taken over the land and the sea teems with fish, turtles, rays and other marine critters. Evidence of Happy Days and Good Times for Bermudians and our Guests from over the Sea. Ana Luna sails daily from the Grotto Bay Resort and visits Gibbet Isle for Snorkeling as often as possible. www.thisweek.bm 19
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EAST END ANA LUNA ADVENTURES private charters and regularly scheduled snorkeling, sunset and glowworm cruises Grotto Bay Beach Resort Experience the scenic and historic sights of Bermudas East End in Grand Fashion aboard ‘Ana Luna’ a 45’ Luxury Catamaran. Ana Luna offers both private cruises for half or full day in addition to regularly scheduled departures for Snorkeling, Sunset Cruise and Gloworms Cruises. Info: 504 3780, AnaLunaAdventures.com BLUE HOLE WATER SPORTS boat rentals, snorkeling, kayaks, paddleboards Grotto Bay Beach Resort If you’re looking for a fun day on the water let the friendly professional staff at Blue Hole Water Sports show you how. Bermuda is at its best when experienced from the water and there is no better way to do that than in your own boat! We rent 13ft Boston Whalers (max 4 people) outfitted with steering consoles and Bimini tops. Complimentary snorkel gear and coolers included. We are in close proximity to some lovely beaches and secluded islands. We also offer the best location for kayaks and stand up paddle boards – Blue Hole Nature Reserve is located right next door and is an easy paddle away. Come and see us today! Info: 293 2915, www.blueholewater.bm K.S. WATERSPORTS (THRILL ADVENTURES & TOURS) jet skiing, parasailing, Wildcat boat tours 8 King’s Square, St. George’s. (Located at the White Horse Pub & Restaurant) more on page 28 20 This Week in Bermuda | July 2014
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Bermuda JUST ADD WATER jet ski, sup, kayaking and boating Just add water offers jet ski guided tours, a variety of paddleboards suited for various experience levels, one and two person kayaks and boats perfect for a cruise out into Bermuda’s open waters! Info: St. George’s Dinghy & Sports Club, 24 Cut Road, 707 5000, info@justaddwaterbda.com, www.justaddwaterbda.com
CENTRAL JESSIE JAMES snorkeling & glassbottom adventures Check in at the Flagpole, Front Street, Hamilton or arrange pickup. See more on page 25 UBERVIDA – LIVE IT LOVE IT! private charters for all occasions, scheduled trips including happy hour, whole day dreaming and evening party cruises #1 Dock, Front Street, Hamilton See more on page 32
WESTEND DOLPHIN QUEST swim with dolphins Royal Naval Dockyard Get happily lost in a Bermuda Triangle of fun, swimming with our beautiful dolphins in their ocean water safe haven within the old stone fortress now home to the National Museum of Bermuda, one of the world’s most extraordinary naval history museums. Info: 234 4464, www.dolphinquest.bm BERMUDA WATERSKI CENTRE AND WAKEBOARD water ski, wakeboard, knee board, wake surf, wake skate, barefoot, tubbing, sightseeing and cruises Robinson’s Marina next to the Somerset Bridge, Sandys Parish Owned and operated by expert water ski and wakeboard instructor Kent Richardson. Waterskiing, wake boarding, knee boarding, wake surf, wake skate, barefoot, tubing and sighting and cruising. All level of instruction is available with a big emphasis on kids and beginners. Info: 234 3354 / 335 1012, krsuper@northrock.bm BLUE WATER DIVERS & WATERSPORTS scuba diving and pADI courses Robinsons Marina, Somerset, Sandys Enjoy Bermuda’s oldest full service Dive Centre offering regular dive trips and a full range of PADI courses. Dive trips explore a variety of wrecks around the island ranging from 45 to 105 ft deep. Bermuda’s reef system is also a main attraction with 400 sq kilometers to explore. Info: 234 1034, www.divebermuda.com CONTINUED ON PAGE 22
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H20 WATERSPORTS H20 WATERSPORTS jet skis, boat rentals, snorkeling, paddleboards, kayaks, laser, sunfish and hobbie Wave Catamaran Sailboats 30 Kings Point, Sandys Explore unique wildlife, historical points of interest and amazing island beauty on a 75 minute Jet Ski Safari or get together with up to six friends or loved ones and head out on the open water in your very own Motor Boat for the day. Pack some snorkeling gear, a picnic and discover a remote island or try your hand at fishing. Laser, Sunfish and Hobie Wave Catamaran Sailboats are available for rent and H20 provides a brief tutorial on the basics of sailing before you head out or why not sign up for a private sailing lesson. Head out to near by islands and beaches while getting to know Bermuda’s diverse Ecosystem in Ocean Kayaks, perfect for a slow cruise around Bermuda. The H20 team will be happy to make sure you have everything you need no matter what the occasion or you can pack your own things before you arrive. Info: 234 3082, www.h2osportsbermuda.com K.S. WATERSPORTS (THRILL ADVENTURES & TOURS) jet skiing, parasailing, Wildcat boat tours 6 Dockyard Terrace, Dockyard. (Located at the “Dockyard Watersports Center”) more on page 28 RISING SON Rising Son boat tours, private charters, paddle boarding, kayaking, sun bathing, snorkeling Pier 41 Marina, Royal Naval Dockyard or Pickup Island Wide More on page s 26 - 27 SEA VENTURE WATERSPORTS jet ski tours and patoon rentals The Waterlot Inn, Middle Road, Southampton Explore Bermuda’s west end during a one-hour jet ski tour suitable for all ages and skill levels. Sights to see include the Somerset Bridge; the worlds smallest draw bridge, Elys Harbour – known as the Sea Gardens because of the lush undersea reef that is clear from the surface, The Vixen ship wreck that sunk in the 1890’s and is now home to hundreds of fish who come to the surface and greet passersby, and so much more. Pontoon rentals will also be available this year. Info: 238 6881, www.jetskibermuda.com CONTINUED ON PAGE 24 22 This Week in Bermuda | July 2014
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Bermuda Waterski & Wakeboard Centre with Kent Richardson BY NADIA HALL
The first thing that struck me about Kent Richardson was his energy. He has the kind of enthusiasm and buoyancy unmatched by many ten year olds. Remarkable considering he’s been doing this for over twenty years and manages to run a successful business while still competing in triathlons in his 50s. He started the business in 1983 with 15 years of competitive skiing under his belt. Traveling as far as Sweden, Argentina and Chile, he was the fist black skier to participate in the Pan-Am games and has coached and trained with many world champions throughout his career. His best even was trick skiing, for which he won two bronze championship medals. Something of a philanthropist when it comes to his services, he advocates skiing as a great outlet for the often-misspent energy of youth. “Anybody can make money, but not everybody can make a difference,” he tells me when I ask about his interest in nurturing the island’s younger population. A real pull, he surmises, is the evolution of wakeboarding, which could appeal to the skateboard and snowboard enthusiasts out there. A child of six or seven years old is at a great age to start but he’s schooled them as young as three. Bermuda Waterski Center is located at the Robinson’s Marina next to the Somerset Bridge, giving you the benefit of either side of the island, depending on the conditions. Kent teaches waterskiing with a specially designed Ski Nautique allowing up to five people to water-ski at the same – great for birthday parties! Wakeboarding, slalom, trick skiing, knee boarding, barefoot skiing and tubing are offered to both novice and experts. Robinson’s Marina next to the Somerset Bridge, Sandys Parish Info: 234 3354 / 335 1012, krsuper@northrock.bm
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AXIS ADRENALINE PROJECTS SNORKEL PARK BEACH Beach, swimming, beachside entertainment, nightlife, kayaks, paddleboards, jet skiing Royal Naval Dockyard Snorkel Park Beach is the place to go for fun in the sun or under the stars. A limestone tunnel will lead you into a tropical oasis with a white sand beach, bar & restaurant and all the watersports you would want at one stunning location! Sundays - 11:00am-8:00pm, featuring a showcase of exciting top local live bands plus ‘fun in the sun’ activities and more! Info: www.snorkelparkbeach.com
MULTIPLE LOCATIONS & OR PICKUP ISLAND WIDE AXIS ADRENALINE PROJECTS wake-boarding, wake-surfing, wake-skating & waterskiing, tubbing & snorkeling. Pickup Island Wide Experience Bermuda like never before with Axis Adrenaline Projects, Bermuda’s newest luxury watersport provider. Instructors boast more than 10 years experience and offer lessons or simply get you out to the best spots where you can do your thing! Caters to all ages! Info: 537 1114, www.axisbermuda.com
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BERMUDA WINDSAIL LIMITED private charters for all occasions and scheduled sailing trips, snorkeling, swimming, catering options Pickup Island Wide Captain Mike Voegeli would like to welcome you aboard his 60’, 51’ and 41’ Morgan Yachts, available for private charters, or you may join a 3 hour sail and swim with some other guests. We carry masks, snorkels, and floatation devices for those who wish to use them. Lunch can be catered with advance notice, or we can dock at a waterside restaurant on full day charters. Info: Captain Mike Voegeli, 334 8547, bermudawind@gmail.com, www.bermudawindsailcharters.com
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Bermuda BRIGHTSTAR II private charters for all occasions including overnight. Pickup Island Wide Welcome aboard the luxurious Tayana 55ft. yacht available for your next private entertaining experience. Enjoy a sail or cruise on Bright Star II and have brunch, lunch, dinner or just cocktails aboard. Over night charters are also available. We can provide it all. Info: 238 SAIL, Captain Brian W. Billings 535 7704, oysterpointyachtcharters.com EXCLUSIVE CHARTERS private charters for all occasions Pickup Island Wide Exclusive Charters offers cruises aboard Holding Firm II, a 37ft Sea Ray Express Bridge. She has a fully airconditioned cabin bridge with fully enclosed seating and a capacity to carry up to 20 passengers. Cruise packages vary according to clients’ preference. Exclusive Charters offer cruises for various events such as cocktail parties, birthdays, family days, corporate and sunset to name a few and they also have ground transportation, photography and pedicures, manicures and massage therapy available. Info: 337 3700, info@exclusivechartersbda.com, www.exclusivecharters.com
JESSIE JAMES snorkeling & glassbottom adventures Check in at the Flagpole, Front Street, Hamilton or arrange pickup. Join Captain Chloe Mckey for some of the best snorkeling trips available in Bermuda. Novice and advanced snorkelers are welcome. Chloe begins with a short island/beach snorkel then zooms offshore to either Eastern Blue cut or Western Blue cut or Chub head breakers. The choice of destinations largely depends on the weather conditions on the day of. If the weather is suitable, two famous shipwrecks are covered - The Constellation that sunk in 1943 and The Montana wreck that sunk in 1863 which sits in 15 to 18 feet of water at Western Blue Cut. Info: 335 1072, www.jessiejames.bm CONTINUED ON PAGE 28
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The Rising Son STORY & PHOTOGRAPHY BY NADIA HALL
The Rising Son was built with fun in her hull. Designed and constructed in South Africa in 1999 with just that in mind, she is one of a fleet of three – the first and last of their kind. We’re welcomed aboard the 58 ft Catamaran, each passenger settling into his or her preferred corner of the vessel and as we set off Captain Steve Smith begins the introductions. He calls himself Squid and, his two-man crew, Bizbee and Dizzy. “Don’t ask us about our nicknames,” he commands and, surprisingly, throughout the three-hour cruise, not a single person does. Surely that’s the sign of a good captain – All on board obey! Here are three homegrown boys that, in true Bermudian fashion, go by inexplicable nicknames and know a thing or two about our salty shores. We were fortunate to have the ideal conditions; a good breeze for sailing and a picture perfect sunny sky. The crew calls out for some audience participation to lift the hefty 450 lbs sail and after a smooth crossing through the Great Sound we were treated to a highly entertaining commentary on island life. It’s a sweet trip through paradise before we anchor
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in the sheltered confines of Deep Bay, its glass-like waters perfect for viewing the aquatic life beneath with mask and snorkel or gliding along on a stand up paddleboard. Some guests opted to kayak along the coast and through the neighbouring caves, but the real treat for me is to lie across the bow – its latticed bands stretched taught like a trampoline, with a view of the turquoise waters slipping by underneath me. What is about a perfect view that simply begs for a cocktail? Squid provides free swizzle in the last hour made fresh in front of you using Gosling’s special rum blend and their take on the traditional recipe. Why only the last hour? “Well, we can’t give it to them before they go snorkeling!” Rising Son boat tours, private charters, paddle boarding, kayaking, sun bathing, snorkeling
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K.S. WATERSPORTS (THRILL ADVENTURES & TOURS) jet skiing, parasailing, Wildcat boat tours Royal Naval Dockyard and St. George’s Experience the very best Watersports Adventures & Tours while visiting or living in Bermuda. The K.S. Watersports Jet Ski Adventures are rated one of the best on the island amongst visitors and locals alike, and their Parasailing Adventure has become one of Bermuda’s favorite excursions to do amongst thrill seekers and persons looking to see Bermuda from an ariel perspective. Now with the addition of the WildCat tour boat which takes guests on a high-speed adventure around the entire island, water adventurists can really see Bermuda from several fun and unique perspectives. Whether by air or by sea, K.S. Watersports has an amazing adventure that will suit just about anyone who’s looking for fun and excitement on their vacation. Dockyard Location: 6 Dockyard Terrace, Dockyard. (Located at the “Dockyard Watersports Center”) St. George’s Location: 8 King’s Square, St. George’s. (Located at the White Horse Pub & Restaurant) Info: 238 4155, info@watersportsbermuda.com, www.kswatersports.com
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OCEAN BREEZE YACHT CHARTERS sail and swim tours, sunset sail tours, private charters St. George’s Sail & Swim, sail, motor cruise, sunset sail charters and even walking tours of St George’s. Join captains Jerry or Mike on one of three yachts for an exciting day exploring everything Bermuda has to offer in and on the water. Info: www.sailingbermuda.com or 334 9846. RISING SON Rising Son boat tours, private charters, paddle boarding, kayaking, sun bathing, snorkeling Pier 41 Marina, Royal Naval Dockyard or Pickup Island Wide The Rising Son II is the ultimate tour boat. Built in South Africa in 1999 she is a 58ft long, 30ft wide catamaran that has sailed tens of thousands of miles on the open ocean. Offering something for everyone from private charters, paddle boarding and kayaking to sun bathing or snorkeling, The Rising Son offers it all. Info: 236 1300 / 536 3651, www.risingsoncatamaran.com
SAND DOLLAR CRUISES private charters for all occasions including overnight, sailing, snorkeling, swimming, bbq or catering options Sail, Sightsee and Snorkel aboard a 40’ Bristol Sloop. Snorkel equipment on board. Just bring a bathing suit and towel. Sunscreen is also recommended. Lunch Cruises, Sunset Cocktail Cruises, BBQ Dinner Cruises or Private Charter can be arranged affordably at your convenience for your very own private sail. Great for group parties of up to 18 people, family & friends, or a romantic cruise for two. The boat is yours for the time you choose. Private catering is available for lunches, BBQ’s and/or Sunset Cruises. Captain Mark Whayman has sailed, entertained & catered for corporate & private clients since 1986. From his home base in the eastern waters of Bermuda, Mark offers relaxed tours of some of the finest cruising grounds. All Cruises are subject to Demand & Availability. Avoid disappoitment and book early. Info: 334 8218, sail@northrock.bm CONTINUED ON PAGE 32 www.thisweek.bm 29
Offshore Bermuda Under The Sea with Captain Mark Roberts BY NADIA HALL
“It was the perfect combination of Bermuda history, culture and fun. We enjoyed seeing all the beautiful homes but this tour was so much more! We loved every minute. It’s the best way to see Bermuda.” It is perhaps a common characteristic of any island, particularly one founded by wreck, that much of its delights cannot be found on land. And with so many options to view the island offshore, it can be hard to know where to look. Under the Sea is a 31’ Tiara that offers a more intimate experience on the water and is perfect for those looking for a more bespoke experience. With a maximum capacity of 10 guests this is the perfect vessel for private groups or larger families with a sense of adventure. Take your pick from their signature tours like the Sunset Serenade, the Aquarium Sightseeing Cruise or a snorkelling tour out to Blue Hole nature reserve off the north shore. Their well known Homes and Hideaways Cruise is a great way to view the “neighbourhoods” of Fairylands and Paradise Lakes. It’s a gorgeous voyage, still captivating to imagine yourself inside these decadent homes with their indoor pools and home cinemas, but the real riches aren’t lost on anyone as we soak up the surrounding scene where the waters are as still and clear as a lake and twice as inviting. The crew is very knowledgeable, providing an informative and highly entertaining commentary on local life and a rich history that can’t be found in a library book. Ask about the inspiration behind Oz’s famous “yellow brick road.” You won’t be disappointed.
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UBERVIDA – LIVE IT LOVE IT! private charters for all occasions, scheduled trips including happy hour, whole day dreaming and evening party cruises #1 Dock, Front Street, Hamilton Sail with the Ubervida, a 70’ long 25’ wide custom built fiberglass catamaran. With a licensed capacity to carry 150 guests Ubervida is the perfect floating venue to host your next celebration. Scheduled Trips include: Wednesdays & SaturdaysWhole Day Dreaming Snorkeling Trip 11am. Sunset Cruise Dinner 7pm. Fridays Mini Cocktail Cruise 6pm – 8pm. Ibiza Bermuda 10pm. Sundays, Sunday Champagne Brunch 12pm Info: 236 2222, www.ubervida.net UNDER THE SEA private charters for all occasions, snorkeling, swimming and tours Pickup Island Wide Looking for something more private and personal? Book a private charter on board Under the Sea! Great for groups of 8 or less. (Maximum capacity is 10.) Under the Sea is a 31’ Tiara that offers a more intimate experience on the water. Enjoy around the island cruises with stops at multiple shipwreck sites to snorkel and relax. Live life carefree and safely with noodles on secluded beaches only accessible by boat. Signature tours include: Famous Homes, Hideaways & Swim, Sunset Serenade & Aquarium Sightseeing for an ideal day on the water with family and friends. Info: 234 2193 or 536-6275, info@winsomebermuda.com, www.winsomebermuda.com 32 This Week in Bermuda | July 2014
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Art Matters “Painting Is The Most Magical Of Mediums.” Chuck Close BY LISA HOWIE, DIRECTOR, BERMUDA NATIONAL GALLERY
Left: Chuck Close, Phil, 2011-2012. oil on canvas, Pace Gallery, New York. Right: Piet Mondrian, Composition with Yellow, Blue, and Red, 1937–42, oil on canvas, Tate Gallery, London.
Painting, as an art form, is an active genre in Bermuda. Some artists here work in the impressionist style rendering landscapes and seascapes in the colourful palette that makes Bermuda so appealing. Others, like Catherine C.R. Lapsley are more interested in the abstract. To be clear though- her work is not simply abstractrather it evolves from the modern movements led by Piet Mondrian and Sol le Witt. Like all planners of design and architecture, the ideas take shape with the support of a visual grid. This grid, this manner of dividing space to achieve order, perspective, definition, are equally important to the compositional planning of a painting. I’m sure many of you know that painters, especially portrait painters, will start their drawings or prep their canvases with a grid. This dates to early Renaissance- think Michelango and his Universal Man, for example. Or more currently- think Chuck Close and or indeed Lapsley. As you see in her work featured here, a grid dominates the visual space, positioned at the front of the canvas. We discover colourful shapes behind the grid, squares filled with colour either opaque or with tonality. My mind wants to push through the grid, to discover the abstracted form behind, to discern the connection between what I see and what I feel. Lapsley’s work can be experienced in the Bermuda Biennial 2014: A View from the Edge exhibition. Her work stands out in contrast to the many other paintings on display in the Highlights of the BNG Collection exhibition. Come soon to enjoy the experience of artwork from the historical to the contemporary, artwork that can be appreciated simply Catherine C.R. Lapsley, In My Life Number Fourteen, 2012, for its aesthetic beauty or that acrylic on canvas. Collection of the artist. which is a bit more rigorous in its visual persuasion. Chuck Close extends painting to the magical- I’m with him on this one. The Bermuda Biennial 2014 will be featured in two spaces: at the BNG in Hamilton, and the BNG East in St. George’s. Admission is free. The experience is memorable. Visit us today. 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. 34 This Week in Bermuda | July 2014
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17 Reid Street, Lower Level of the Washington Mall, City of Hamilton Art jewellery designs are all handmade and inspired by the colours and natural motifs of Bermuda. Info: Free, 236 9009, www.alexandramosher.com Monday to Friday 11:00am-5:00pm ANTHONY PETTIT
By appointment only Bermuda Fine Art, Antique Maps, Books, Prints and Ephemera. Info: 292 2482, www.anthonypettit.com BERMUDA NATIONAL GALLERY
City Hall & Arts Centre Church Street, City of Hamilton (Upstairs) Exhibitions change throughout the year & hold a variety of interesting lectures, films, and events. Info: Free, 441 295 9428, www.bng.bm Monday to Friday 10:00am-4:00pm, Saturday 10:00am-2:00pm BNG EAST
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City Hall & Arts Centre, City of Hamilton Exhibitions change regularly. Info: Free, 292 3824, www.bsoa.bm Monday to Friday 10:00am-4:00pm, Saturdays 10:00am-2:00pm DNA CREATIVE SHOPPE
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The Artist Catherine Lapsley BY STEPHANIE GIBSON
Although this is her first time exhibiting in the Bacardi Limited Biennial Exhibition of Contemporary Bermuda Art, painter Catherine Lapsley is no stranger to the Bermudian art world. Lapsley has exhibited extensively with both the Bermuda Society of Arts and the Dockyard Arts Centre, and is also featured in Masterworks’ permanent collection. Up until now, Lapsley has exhibited solely figurative paintings, mostly depicting scenes of Bermuda. A strong break from this, her new work featured in the Biennial is a series of abstract, grid-like paintings. Even with a huge shift in style, her new style still captures the essence of life in Bermuda. Lapsley started making art during her time in university where she studied graphic design at Kingston College of Art (now Kingston University.) After graduating, she worked as a graphic artist at several advertising firms. It was not until 1987 that Lapsley officially returned to “painting-painting.” Her return to painting became a family affair with her husband and two children painting as well. “We rented a space in Southside [to paint in]… and we all painted [together] whilst listening to Led Zeppelin,” she remembers. During this time she exhibited extensively; mostly paintings of rocks, beaches, and other picturesque scenes. Unfortunately, circumstances and the busyness of life prevented Lapsley from painting as much as she would have liked. Five years ago she stopped altogether. When she did begin again in 2012, it was in a style completely different from her previous work. Although it might seem odd or even random at first, Lapsley assures us that her shift to abstract painting was certainly not happenstance. As a trained graphic artist, Lapsley has an interest in working in a structured manner and enjoys exploring how the eye sees 36 This Week in Bermuda | July 2014
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within these restrictions. In fact, painting in an abstract style feels more natural and true to who she is. “This is just me doing exactly what I want to do and I don’t really care whether anybody sees them or not,” she asserts quite frankly. The paintings currently on display at the Bermuda National Gallery are part of a series entitled In My Life. In this series, Lapsley uses a grid system and a set of strict, self-imposed guidelines as a means to create a sense of movement on a flat surface as well as explore “how the eye interprets lines and spaces.” By using the grid system, Lapsley challenged herself to create within restriction and make the most out of these restrictions. As Lapsley notes, this sentiment is a reflection of life in Bermuda. The same small island that places so many limitations on its inhabitants, is also called paradise.It is this constant tension that makes living in Bermuda unique. While Catherine Lapsley’s In My Life does not depict an explicit portrayal of everyday life in Bermuda, after a thoughtful look, the viewer is still able to understand the joys and struggles that accompany living in a tiny and isolated place like Bermuda. In fact, it is because of their abstract nature that these paintings are able to communicate such a complex idea. By using an abstract style, Lapsley’s message is that much stronger. Lapsley’s work can be experienced at the Bermuda National Gallery in the Bermuda Biennial 2014: A View from the Edge exhibition.
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Art Matters Bermuda Cedar Gifts FEATURING ALAN MURRAY
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 peices 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 original. 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
Located on Front Street in the City of Hamilton, the Picturesque Gallery features Bermudian Photographer Roland Skinner’s colour archival prints of Bermuda. Select images can be reproduced on canvas and a variety of available boutique prints make an idyllic souvenir perfect for preserving a memorable stay in Bermuda. The latest reprint of Roland’s At A Glance book is also available. Roland Skinner has been photographing the island since 1958. His wonderful photography truly captures the unique colours, contours of the island, its flamboyant sunsets, lush floral landscapes and sweeping aerial views.
Walker Arcade, 47 Front Street, Hamilton. 10am - 3pm Tuesday - Saturday 441 292 1452, www.picturesquebermuda.com Facebook/PicturesqueBermuda
Queen Street at the Island Shop 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. So the next time you’re looking for a gift that is really unique and special, give Alan a call at 441 532 4869 or email him at info@bermudacedargifts.com
The Windjammer II Gallery
Stop by Bermuda’s newest art gallery and watch painters as they create beautiful Bermuda paintings. Browse art and local artistic gift ideas. THE FAIRMONT HAMILTON PRINCESS HOTEL 76 PITT'S BAY ROAD, PEMBROKE TEL 441 295 1783 EMAIL windjammer2@logic.bm WEB www.windjammer2.com
Shopping Guide A.S. COOPER & SONS LTD. MAIN STORE 59 Front Street, City of Hamilton
Cosmetics, fragrances, duty free perfume, fine jewellery with diamonds, precious and semi precious stones in gold and silver. Gifts & collectibles. Info: 441 295 3961 ext 407, www.ascooper.bm CHILDREN 27 Front Street, City of Hamilton Infants to childrens clothing up to age 14. Info: 441 295 3961, www.ascooper.bm EXPRESS Washington Mall, Reid Street, City of Hamilton Juniors fashions & accessories. Info: 441 296 6525, www.ascooper.bm MEN 29 Front Street, City of Hamilton Men’s Fashion. Info: 441 295 3961, www.ascooper.bm STUDIO 3rd Floor Main Store, 26 Reid Street, City of Hamilton Women’s Fashions. Info: 441 295 3961, www.ascooper.bm FAIRMONT SOUTHAMPTON 101 South Shore Road, Southampton Ladies fashions and accessories. Info: 441 239 7094, www.ascooper.bm DOCKYARD Clocktower Mall, Royal Naval Dockyard Ladies fashions and accessories, gifts, souvenirs & fragrances at duty free prices. Info: 441 234 4156, www.ascooper.bm 27TH CENTURY BOUTIQUE | THE HAIR STUDIO & BEAUTY SALON 92 Reid Street, City of Hamilton Fashion for men and women. The Hair Studio offers manicures, pedicures, acrylic nails, eyebrow waxing, braiding and all other hair services. Info: 441 292 2628 or 295 2258, 27_century@northrock.bm ANTHONY PETTIT
By appointment only. Bermuda Fine Art, Antique Maps, Books, Prints and Ephemera. Info: 441 292 2482, www.anthonypettit.com ALEXANDRA MOSHER STUDIO
Lower Level Washington Mall, 17 Reid Street, City of Hamilton Bermudian artist Alexandra Mosher creates art jewellery designs inspired by the beautiful motifs found in Bermuda’s Flora and Fauna, the ocean, architecture, history and culture. Info: 441 236 9009, www.alexandramosher.com ARROWROOT GIFT SHOP
Botanical Gardens, Paget Works of art by local artists including paintings, drawings, prints, pottery and an extensive list of items made of Bermuda cedar. Books by local authors, note cards with images from Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art permanent Collection. Info: 441 236 2950, www. bermudamasterworks.com BERMUDA HEAT, BERMUDA BLUE & BERMUDA BREEZE
Available from: Gibbons Company, City of Hamilton, The Bermuda Island Shop, St. George’s. , The Perfume Shop, Royal Naval Dockyard, Brown & Co., City of Hamilton, A.S. Cooper, Front St., City of Hamilton, and branch stores, Carole Holding Shops, Royal Naval Dockyard & Fairmont Southampton Hotel. Distributed By P.D.L. Limited. Fine Perfume. Info: 441 292 1710 40 This Week in Bermuda | July 2014
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JEWELLERY BY REBECCA LITTLE AVAILABLE AT DAVID ROSE, ST. GEORGE’S PHOTOGRAPHY BY AKIL SIMMONS
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Pleats Please by Issey Miyake Pleats Please is a joyful, optimistic and exuberant fragrance of “vertically pleated” flowery, fruity and woody structure signed by perfumer Aurelien Guichard. Its opening splashes with Asian hybrid fruit Nashi, generated by crossing apples and pears (pear flavor is the one that dominates). The heart symbolizes femininity with floral accords of peony and sweet pea, while Indole molecule provides freshness and vigor to the composition. The base is generous with intensive accords of patchouli, cedar, vanilla absolute and white musk. Available at A.S. Cooper’s, Brown & Co. and Gibbons Company. Info: infobb@pdl.bm www.thisweek.bm 41
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Washington Mall, City of Hamilton Handcrafted cedar pens, winestoppers and more sold 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 Info: 441 532 4869, www.bermudacedargifts.com, www.blucksbermuda.com BROWN & CO.
35 Front Street, City of Hamilton Fragrances, gift ideas and greeting cards. Books from local and internationally acclaimed authors. Info: 441 279 5442, www.brown.bm BROWN & CO. - HALLMARK
Reid Street, City of Hamilton Gift ideas and greeting cards. Info: 441 279 5442, www.brown.bm BROWN & CO. - BOOKMART
Reid Street, City of Hamilton Books from local and internationally acclaimed authors. Info: 441 279 5442, www.brown.bm CHATHAM HOUSE
63 Front Street, City of Hamilton A historic retailer of Cuban cigars. Info: 441 295 2351 CRISSONS JEWELLERS HAMILTON
Queen Street, City of Hamilton . 55 Front Street, City of Hamilton Fairmont Southampton, Southampton . Clocktower Mall, Royal Naval Dockyard Fine Jewelry. Info: 441 295 2351, www.crisson.com
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Bermuda’s newest Boutique for Ladies featuring classic and stylish European and American-made clothing and accessories.
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Water Street, St. George’s Fine Jewelry. Info: 441 293 7673 or www.davidrose.bm
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THE ISLAND SHOP (BARBARA FINSNESS DESIGNS)
#3 Queen Street, Hamilton, Bermuda The Island Shop features original artwork designs on ceramics and linens by Bermudian artist Barbara Finsness. Old Cellar Lane, Hamilton - Tel 292-6307 Somers Wharf, St George - Tel 297-1514 Main Store: (441) 292-5292, sales@islandexports.com, www.islandexports.com MY SERENI-TEA
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The Island Shop features original artwork designs on ceramics and linens by Bermudian artist Barbara Finsness.
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Sunglasses by TOM FORD Watch by DIESEL Available from Sunglass & Watch Shop on Reid Street in Hamilton Model Shannon Baras \ Photographer Nadia Hall
THE IRISH LINEN SHOP
31, Front Street, City of Hamilton Home fragrances, candles, bath and body products, gift ideas, home décor, children’s boutique including smocked dresses and classic styles, the finest Egyptian cotton bedding and more. Info: 441 295 4089 ONION JACK’S TRADING POST
77 Front Street, City of Hamilton Bermuda’s original theme store featuring the island’s favourite mascot. Info: 441 295 1263, www.onionjacks.com OTTO WURZ
3 Front Street, City of Hamilton The perfect shop for the perfect gift for every occasion. Info: 295 1247 P-TECH
5 Reid Street, City of Hamilton Number one provider and authorized dealer for electronics in Bermuda. Info: 295 5496, www.ptech.bm SUNGLASS & WATCH SHOP
13 Reid St, City of Hamilton The best selection in Bermuda of Brand name sunglasses and watches. Info: 292-7933 WALKER CHRISTOPHER
9 Front Street, City of Hamilton Every year, we feature a different icon of Bermuda. Makes a great family heirloom collection. Info: 295 1466, www.walkerchristopher.com 48 This Week in Bermuda | July 2014
Bermudian artist Alexandra Mosher draws from the island’s natural beauty to create inspired sculptural jewellery. “I hand carve intricate and expressive pieces,” she tells us. Alexandra is perhaps best known for her Bermuda Reef Collection in which she incorporates Bermuda’s famous pink sand into sterling silver and gold to create captivating pieces of wearable art.
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Finding a little piece of your own is a delightful experience.You can find the lovely pink Alexandra Mosher Studio Jewellery boutique in the Washington Mall in Hamilton or some of her collections at A.S. Cooper & Son’s stores island wide. If you missed seeing her designs while you were in Bermuda, she has an award winning website from which you can order and ship with ease. Washington Mall, 7 Reid Street, Hamilton | Tel: 236-9009 Shop online at alexandramosher.com
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Department of Public Transportation
A great way to see Bermuda and all its attractions Regularly scheduled buses operate at frequent intervals to most of the destinations throughout Bermuda which visitors may find of interest. Bus stops are indentified by pink and blue poles. Poles that are pink indicate service inbound to the City of Hamilton. Poles that are blue indicate service outbound from the City of Hamilton. The table below lists many of the destinations that visitors ask us about most frequently. Alongside each destination is the number of the route(s) serving that destination, the appropriate fare zone, and the times buses leave The Central Terminal in Hamilton. If possible avoid the rush hour. The best time to travel by bus is between 9:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. and after 6:00 p.m. Destination Route Number Fare Zone* Buses Leave Hamilton** L.F. Wade International Airport 1,3,10,11 14 Zone 09 15 21 33 45 57 Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo 10,11 3 Zone 09 21 33 45 57 Belmont Hills Golf Club 8 3 Zone 05 17 29 41 57 Botanical Gardens 1,2,7 3 Zone 05 15 17 29 41 45 53 Crystal Caves of Bermuda 1,3 14 Zone 15 45 Royal Naval Dockyard 7,8 14 Zone 05 17 29 41 53 Elbow Beach 2,7 3 Zone 05 15 17 29 41 53 Gibbs Hill Lighthouse 7 3 Zone 05 17 29 41 53 Grotto Bay Hotel 1,3,10,11 14 Zone 09 15 21 33 45 57 Horseshoe Bay 7 3 Zone 05 17 29 41 53 Mangrove Bay (Somerset) 7,8 14 Zone 05 17 29 41 53 Maritime Museum 7,8 14 Zone 05 17 29 41 53 John Smith’s Bay 1 3 Zone 15 45 Surf Side Beach Club 7 3 Zone 05 17 29 41 53 Fairmont Southampton Hotel 7,8 3 Zone 05 17 29 41 53 St. George’s 1,3,10,11 14 Zone 09 15 21 33 45 57
* See Bus Fare Information for additional details on 3 and 14 Zone fares. ** Departures on the hour and minutes past the hour from The Central Terminal in Hamilton.
Bus service in Bermuda is operated by the Bermuda Department of Public Transportation (DPT). Bermuda is divided in 14 Zones, each about 2 miles long. Fare Category
3 Zone
14 Zone
CASH* Adult Child under age of 16 TOKENS Adult * Exact change only. Dollar bills not accepted.
$3.00 $2.50 $2.50
$4.50 $2.50 $4.00
TRANSPORTATION PASSES 1 Day Adult $15.00 2 Day Adult $25.00 3 Day Adult $35.00 4 Day Adult $44.00 7 Day Adult $56.00
Child under age of 16 Child under age of 16 Child under age of 16 Child under age of 16 Child under age of 16
$7.50 $12.50 $17.50 $22.00 $28.00
Telephone: (441) 292-3851 Fax: (441) 292-9996 E-Mail: info@ptb.bm Internet: www.BermudaBuses.bm 26 Palmetto Road devonshiRe dv 05 • P.o. Box hm 443 hamilton hm Bx, BeRmuda
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ROYAL NAVAL DOCKYARD Photo Courtesy of Bermuda Tourism Authority
VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE (VIC)
Conveniently Bermuda offers three VICs where friendly staff are waiting to assist you with information on transportation, events, attractions, tours, etc. Up-to-date visitor guides, calendars and maps are also available to take with you during your travels as you enjoy our beautiful island. DOCKYARD VIC Adjacent to the Cruise Ship Pier and Ferry Stop, Royal Naval Dockyard Info: 441 542 7104 HAMILTON VIC 8 Front Street (next to the Ferry Terminal), City of Hamilton. Info: 441 295 1480 ST. GEORGE’S VIC 7 King’s Square, Town of St. George. Info: 441 297 0556
WESTERN PARISHES NATIONAL MUSEUM OF BERMUDA Ireland Island, Sandys One of the island’s most frequently visited destinations since being opened by HM Queen Elizabeth II in 1975. Info: 441 234 1333 SCAUR HILL FORT Ely’s Harbour Built to protect overland routes to the Royal Naval Dockyard, the ramparts offer unequalled views of the Great Sound and lovely Ely’s Harbour. COMMISSIONER’S HOUSE National Museum of Bermuda, Royal Naval Dockyard Houses exhibits on slavery, history of tourism. Open during museum hours. Info: 441 234 1333 GIBBS HILL LIGHTHOUSE Lighthouse Road, off South Shore, Southampton The second oldest cast iron lighthouse in the world. Info: 441 238 8069. HOG BAY PARK Southampton Hog Bay Park is a 32 acres of unspoiled forest land and one of the new national parks of Bermuda. 52 This Week in Bermuda | July 2014
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Tom Moore’s Jungle A Blast From The Past BY ROD FARRINGTON
The Spinners are five teenagers who live in St George’s, but use the Island of Bermuda as their playground. Some locals call them the “Goonies” of Bermuda others call them the “Harry Potters” of Bermuda, but they just call themselves the “Spinners”. While other kids are texting and playing video games the Spinners play out their adventures in the forts, jungles, beaches and historic sites that abound in Bermuda. Each week one of the Spinners, Michael, Samantha (Sam), Keno, Portagee or Graham will take you on an adventure to one of their favorite spots in Bermuda or maybe even in the Bermuda Triangle. This week Portagee wants to take you in his way back machine to Bermuda as it was over five hundred years ago. Hi I’m Portagee. One of my favorite places in Bermuda is the Walsingham Nature Reserve or better known to the locals as Tom Moore’s Jungle. The jungle is located close to the airport and not far from the Crystal Caves. This small jungle will quickly transport you back in time about five hundred years before Bermuda was inhabited. Well at least by humans anyway. The trails you can hike on are very similar to the wild hog trails found in Bermuda over five hundred years ago. Along the trails you will find ancient caves, some dry and some partially filled with water. The pictures you will be able to take in these caves will be breathtaking. That’s just the beginning you’ll also see strange rock formations out in the open that will make you believe you’re on the surface of another planet. Not to mention small saltwater ponds and even a few clearings where you could stop and have a picnic. You better wear your hiking shoes it won’t be like going for a leisurely walk on the beach. I bet you’re wondering how five teenagers in Bermuda would know any of this? It’s really very simple. We were there five hundred years ago. Well not exactly, but this is what really happened. By shear accident we were transported into the parallel world of the Bermuda Triangle. That in itself is another story. Having said that, the island of Bermuda in the Bermuda Triangle is identical to present day Bermuda. Except it is unspoiled by man and for the most part uninhabited just as this world’s Bermuda was over five hundred years ago. So when you visit Tom Moore’s Jungle you can experience two worlds. Except that is, when we were in the Bermuda Triangle we spent most of our time being chased by evil pirates and despicable villains through the jungle that you would know as Tom Moore’s Jungle. 54 This Week in Bermuda | July 2014
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The good news is that you too can step back in time to a place like no other and make your own mini adventure for the afternoon. We’ve already cleared out the pirates for you. So hike, climb, explore, go spelunking and enjoy your jungle adventure. We’ll see you on the other side. Learn more about the Spinners and their exploits by visiting: www.bermudaspinners.com ENTER TO WIN A signed book from The Spinners collection by simply emailing us at info@twib.bm and telling us how you liked the article!
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One of Bermuda's Leading Art Dealers Bermuda Fine Art, Antique Maps, Books “HOUSE AT BERMUDA” Feel the heat of a July summer’s day on the South Shore in this beautiful 9 1/4 x 13 3/4 inch oil. The piece is entitled “House at Bermuda” and was created by William Starkweather in 1910. Starkweather, a much loved British/American artist 1879 – 1969 was born in Belfast, Northern Ireland, but made his home and his fortune as painter, illustrator and artistic curator in the United States. Price on request
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CENTRAL PARISHES THE ANGLICAN CATHEDRAL Church Street, Hamilton The Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity was constructed after its predecessor on the site was destroyed by fire in January 1884. Info: 441 292 4033 THE BERMUDA HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM Par-la-Ville Park, Queen Street, Hamilton Abutting the main library, this small museum is a trove of memorabilia integral to Bermuda’s cultural heritage. Info: 441 295 2487 FORT HAMILTON Happy Valley Road in Pembroke on the outskirts of Hamilton A sentinel that has been protectively overseeing Hamilton Harbour since 1889, Fort Hamilton with its moat gardens, green lawns, musty dungeons and never-tried artillery is worth a visit GOVERNMENT HOUSE Langton Hill, Pembroke This imposing structure is the official residence of Bermuda’s governor, who represents H.M. Queen Elizabeth II. VERDMONT HOUSE 6 Verdmont Lane, off Collectors Hill, Smiths Parish This fascinating and beautiful old house is one of Bermuda’s most significant historic buildings. Built ca. 1710, Verdmont is a unique example of early Georgian architecture, and has remained virtually unchanged for 300 years. Info: 441 236 7369 ARBORETUM PARK Devonshire Parish, at the corner of Middle Road and Montpelier Road Arboretum Park has a collection of trees and shrubs from around the world. BERMUDA BOTANICAL GARDENS South Road, Paget Parish The Botanical Gardens is 36 acres of trees, flowers and shrubs. Bermuda Botanical Gardens are also home to Camden, the official residence of Bermuda’s Premier, and the Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art. Numerous picnic tables and benches are to be found throughout the grounds.
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Attractions EASTERN PARISHES ST. PETER’S CHURCH Town of St. George This is the oldest Anglican house of worship in the Western Hemisphere. ST. GEORGE’S HISTORICAL SOCIETY Town of St. George The Jubilee Exhibit explores Bermuda’s fascination with British Royalty from 1883 – 1953. The exhibit showcases Royal memorabilia from the personal collections of the Society’s members. FORT ST. CATHERINE Inside and out, from the powder magazine to the gun platforms, the story of military history is well told here. CRYSTAL & FANTASY CAVES 8 Crystal Caves Road, Hamilton Parish, Bermuda Crystal Cave is the most famous of Bermuda’s many subterranean caverns. It is located in Hamilton Parish, close to Castle Harbour. The cave is approximately 500 m long, and 62 m deep. Lower 19 - 20 m are below water level.
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From The Handle Bars of Shoshanna
WITH KRISTIN WHITE
In July 1612, 50 families sailed into Bermuda with the goal of turning it into the most successful colony of the British Government. It had been 2 years since a group of shipwrecked passengers, who’d been stranded on our shores for one year, had departed the island on ships they’d built from salvaged materials and Bermuda cedar. When they reached Jamestown Virginia, the cahows (Bermuda birds aka tastes like chicken) and pigs they’d stored helped save that struggling colony from starvation. Once word reached that the shipwrecked passengers were not only alive but had thrived on a beautiful island full of resources the decision was made. And the Town of St. George’s was established.
My view from behind bars… With four hundred and 2 years of life, it is impossible to walk the streets of St. George’s and not feel our town’s incredible history seeping up through the cobble stoned alleys and echoing through the chambers of the forts that dot our coasts. A key aspect of our heritage is held in the stories of our people. And in St. George’s, imagining and ‘witnessing’ the tales is as easy as visiting the centuries-old homes. TUCKER HOUSE In August 1775, the gossip in this home of one of Bermuda’s wealthy families was that their own flesh and blood had betrayed the King and helped save the American Revolution by sneaking gunpowder onto a boat moored at Tobacco Bay and headed to Philadelphia. Visit the Tucker House Museum for the full story. And use your imagination to see a flustered Governor Bruere, father-in-law of Henry Tucker, slamming down a pewter mug and saying, “They’ll have your brothers’ heads for this treason!!” PILOT DARRELL SQUARE Look closely at the steps and see watermarks from tears of joy and pride shed when Pilot Jemmy Darrell moved into this home after his emancipation in 1797 and became the first Black Bermudian to purchase a home. I imagine neighbours peeking out, and I see the determination in Pilot Darrell’s eye when he walked up and placed his key in the door. Read more about this freed slave’s story at Pilot Darrell Square, a notable spot on the African Diaspora Heritage Trail. MITCHELL HOUSE Built in the 1730s by prosperous St. George’s merchant, Major Walter Mitchell, the home was owned by Isabella and William Archer in the 1800s, one of the most successful black couples in Bermuda who were said to have owned slaves. Imagine the whispering that went on in that kitchen and cellar! Visit Mitchell House, home of the St. George’s Historical Society, to learn more. Visit these and other historical properties in St. George’s. Listen closely and you too will hear the stories … 60 This Week in Bermuda | July 2014
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What’s in my basket? *Red Velvet Cupcake from Sweet Saak Bakery *Ginger Ale from Conscious Vibes Café *Sunblock from Robertson’s Drug Store *And I’m reading – “Bitter Fruit” by Achmat Dangor, from The Book Cellar WANNA COME? You can rent a pedal bike from Eve’s cycles on Water Street. Ask About Kristin and Shoshanna: Kristin has lived in St. George’s for 10 years and has developed an obsession with the town. She owns a bookstore on Water Street, and is the Development Director for The St. George’s Foundation. Her bike is named Shoshanna, and is enjoying all of the attention.
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DISCOVER A PART OF BERMUDA
THAT’S OVER
30
MILLION YEARS OLD
AND STILL GROWING Visit www.caves.bm for more details. The Crystal Caves are a world of delicate splendour with magnificent crystal stalactites and stalagmites, each surrounding a clear lake. Come see the Crystal & Fantasy Caves, an exquisite world that Mother Nature began over 30 million years ago. HOW TO FIND US: BUS ROUTES 1/3/10/11 | JUST OFF WILKINSON AVE 8 Crystal Cave Road, Hamilton Parish CR 04, Bermuda | 441-293-0640 | info@caves.bm
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The Phoenix Stores is a major pharmacy and retail store, offering consistent, reliable service all across the island.
Golf Across The Island “How Long Does It Take? Thankfully A Lifetime” BY KIM SWAN, J.P. TEACHING PROFESSIONAL
We are most proud to share that Port Royal Golf Course is a public golf course that attracts a diverse community of patrons to golf and socialize within Bermuda and from around the world . The growth of the game of golf is necessary and it is dependent on us attracting new golfers to the game. We at Port Royal are playing our part and we look forward to witnessing positive growth in the sport at our course and by extension greater Bermuda. Recently a lady interested in the game of golf asked an interesting question: How long does it takes to learn to golf? A lifetime - was my answer with a smile. I then proceeded to share with her the process of learning the game to the point where a new golfer understood the etiquette, basic rules of the game and could play golf in good time at an acceptable level. Beyond the brief interaction to entertain and answer the question, I became most intrigued by the question as it has caused me to more fully examine the process. I am proud that my Teacher the late Herman Bascome, first Golf Professional at Ocean View Golf Club, taught me by showing an exemplary example and sharing with me some timeless drills still applicable today. In addition, I am blessed to have had numerous World Greats whose knowledge have contributed to my teaching and playing ethos - 1957 Ryder Cup Captain Dai Rees, Vincente Fernandez of Argentina, PGA Tour’s Ken Green, Champions Tour Jim Thorpe, Coach Mike Griffin of Auburn/Troy Universities, John Jacobs/Tommy Horton in England and Mac O’Grady of California among others. I encourage interested entry level future golfers to find a PGA Golf Professional who is committed to teach you the fundamentals and share with you the importance of them. PGA Golf Professionals are trained to convey to you the best way to play the game in manner best suited for the individual. Once a player makes a commitment to take lessons the students diligently practice the techniques passed on by the PGA Professional and learn how to apply the fundamentals conveyed - Aim. Grip, Posture, Balance and Rhythm. Once a golfer learns to meticulously apply the fundamentals they have developed critical fundamentals necessary on the early stages of their golf development which are essential to the establishment of a consistent rotary golf swing. While the ability to learn how to properly connect with golf shots vary from person to person in accordance with an individual’s body structure, abilitiy and experiences, it does take a reasonable amount of time to get a proper understanding of the golf swing and the game of golf. In some cases weeks and many cases months and years - but with patience being an essentially ingredient to play good golf - long suffering players need not to despair, as they are acquiring/developing a most worthwhile tool namely patience. As one who proudly learned to golf at Port Royal nearly 45 years ago, I can attest that you continue to learn in golf, as I am still learning something about this great game all the time. As a person changes with time so does their golf evolve, making golf a game for all ages. At Port Royal Golf Developmental our programs are aimed at golfers of all ages with varying skill sets and we are pleased to be seeing new players catching “golf fever”. We invite you to visit us at Port Royal, if only just to relax on our patio with tranquil panoramic views and be pampered by the fine service provided by Bella Vista Grill. Remember Port Royal Golf Course is a public golf course designed to world class standard that plays host annually to the PGA Grand Slam of Golf and You. 66 This Week in Bermuda | July 2014
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Heritage Matters
Mr. Driver Meets Dr Savage BY DR. EDWARD HARRIS, MBE JP
In the small world that was Bermuda of the mid-1830s, we can presume that the two consummate artists then resident here, Mr. Thomas Driver and Dr. Johnson Savage, would have met one another and possibly even painted together. History, that is to say of documents and texts, does not record any such meetings or artistic jamborees, but we have been left with paintings of both men made from similar vantage points at the east end of Bermuda, in St. George’s Parish, although at different dates. According to a biographical article by Fay Elliott, Driver arrived on the island in June 1814, painting his first known image in December of that year from Sugarloaf Hill, presented here. Dr. Savage’s image from Sugarloaf is from 1833–36 and it is possible that Driver may have shown him his 1814 painting and recommended the view at the western end of Mullett Bay. Each artist has a darkened foreground, but while Driver’s ranges farther to the west, Savage’s illustration is more precise: both are contrasted here to the first known aerial photograph of Mullett Bay, likely taken by Peter Dowle in the early 1920s. Mr. Driver may have also suggested the vista on the north side of St. David’s Island, where he executed a painting in ‘Octo: 1815’. From that spot, the central figure in the paintings is the original channel into St. George’s Harbour from the open sea. While twenty years apart, the paintings capture a similar scene that cannot be obtained today, unless one was able to have a rooftop perch from which to paint, the many buildings on St. David’s obscuring the view of Driver and Savage’s time. Lastly here are two panoramas of the World Heritage St. George’s painted from the hills to the east of the town. Both illustrations are a wonderful record of the layout of the town, Driver’s from 1824 and Savage’s from a decade later. Both will provide research data on the development of St. George’s for architectural historians and archaeologists Left: Another favourite locale for painting was on a hill on the northeast side of St. David’s Island, looking over St. George’s Channel, the original one from the open sea into the harbour of the town. The upper view is a Driver of 1815 and the lower is by Dr. Savage some twenty years later. 68 This Week in Bermuda | July 2014
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Above: Sugarloaf Hill, at the junction of the main road to St. George’s and that to Ferry Point, was a favourite spot for painters, including Thomas Driver and Johnson Savage. On the left is Driver’s view of Mullett Bay in 1814, while Dr. Savage’s of twenty years later is in the centre. In contrast, perhaps the earliest aerial photograph of the area from the early 1920s is on the right.
for decades to come. Thus while the paintings are artwork of a fine caliber, they are also historical documents of the first rank, for which we should be forever grateful that they have survived down the last two centuries. The artists both left Bermuda in 1836 and one would like to think that they were on the same vessel, bound for Britain, the London Packet, a Bermuda-built brig. Dr. Savage would continue onto other overseas commitments with the Royal Artillery and to raise a family of three boys and a girl. One wonders what drove Mr. Driver to leave behind his daughters, 8-year-old Althea Frances and 16-year old Emma; perhaps he intended to return, but never did: not a little heartbreak there all round perhaps. The eldest son of Althea was christened Thomas Driver Musson and his descendants in Mrs. Elizabeth Kawaley (my neighbor and fellow writer), and her son, the present Chief Justice of Bermuda, and others, are with us today.
Above: To capture the Town of St. George’s, both Driver (upper image) and Savage (lower picture) ascended to the high ground to the east of the town and settled down with their easel, paper and paints. Driver’s beautiful image shows that many of the buildings were ‘whitewashed’ in yellow ochre, a feature that also appears in the Savage picture, which is from a slightly different angle: both provide wonderful data for the architectural history of the town.
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A group of free-blown bottles from the shaft and globe to the cylinder ca. 1650 – 1800s.
… About Steven McPhee & Old Bermuda Bottles? BY HORST AUGUSTINOVIC
Steven McPhee has been collecting old bottles for more than 20 years. He has found most of his bottles in the shallow bays and inlets that make up Bermuda’s shoreline – from the earliest ‘free-blown’ bottles with their irregular shapes, to medicine and soda bottles, in a multitude of shapes, sizes and colours. Some of the earliest bottles he has found were brought to Bermuda by the first settlers in the early 1600s. They were ‘free-blown’ and made of ‘black glass’ from the 1640s to the 1800s. The dark colour was achieved by adding different ingredients such as iron oxide to the glass, and thought to protect the contents of the bottle from the damaging effects of light. In the 1700s, tall, square-shaped gin bottles were being made in Belgium. Unlike the English ‘free-blown’ bottles, these gin bottles were blown in a one-piece ‘dip’ mould which required the bottle maker to finish the shoulder and lip of each bottle by hand. The square shape made it easier to ship in wooden packing cases. By the early 1800s bottle makers came up with new production methods – two-part and three-part hinged moulds – to keep up with demand. Each
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Know Steven McPhee with a large stoneware utility jug from the late 1800s and some of the many bottles in his collection.
mould was now made for the desired bottle shape, making bottles consistent in shape and capacity, which was not possible with ‘free-blown’ bottles. In the 1770s mineral water became increasingly popular and led to the invention of artificially carbonated water. When fruit juice and sugar were added, the demand for drinks – and bottles – soared. Bottle-makers came up with a number of unique designs, the most common ones found in Bermuda are the Hamilton or Torpedo Bottles; the Round Bottom or Ballast Bottles; American Soda Bottles; the Codd or Marble Bottles and the Codd/ Hamilton Hybrid Bottles. Apart from bottles, Steven has found a variety of Inkwells; Medicine Bottles for a large number of cures; Poison Bottles made of cobalt blue or emerald coloured glass; as well as a variety of Stoneware Jars used to store everything from flour to marmalade and sugar. One of his most exciting finds, however, has been the bronze bell of the sailing vessel Dorothea, built in Hamburg in 1870, which sank off Bermuda in January 1913. A group of free-blown bottles from the shaft and globe to the cylinder ca. 1650 – 1800s.
To find out more about old Bermuda bottles, see ‘A Guide to Collecting Old Bermuda Bottles by Steven R. McPhee’, available in Bermuda’s book stores islandwide.
The partially cleaned bell from the Dorothea and after being properly cleaned.
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Where To Eat & Drink
ANGELO’S BISTRO Walker Arcade, Just off Reid Street in Hamilton Located in the heart of Hamilton just off Reid Street in the Walker Arcade, Angelo’s Bistro is very popular with locals, very casual for breakfast & lunch (served until 5pm) yet offers an elegant style for dinner( served from 6pm - 9:30pm. Reasonably priced, Angelo’s Bistro offers authentic Mediterranean & Bermudian specialties. Dine with the La Fontana Di Angelo, A Traditional legend holds that if visitors throw a coin into the founatin, they are ensured a return to Bermud. Info: 232 1000 or bistroangelo@logic.bm ART MELS SPICY DICY Art Mel’s Spicy Dicy is a local Bermudian hotspot serving absolutely enormous, amazingly delicious fried fish sandwiches. It’s nestled in a local neighborhood and it’s Hamilton location is very off the beaten path for the average tourist however it’s new St. George’s location is right on popular and frequently visited by locals and tourists alike, Water street.
9 St. Monica’s Road, Hamilton - 295 3965
Water Street, St. Georges - 297 3965
BEAU RIVAGE Newstead/Belmont Hills Golf Resort & Spa, 27 Harbour Road, Paget Unwind in style at Beau Rivage Restaurant Enjoy the divine setting at AZURE (Restaurant Patio) overlooking panoramic views of Hamilton Harbour and the City of Hamilton. Pan-seared Rock fish, roast rack of lamb, and beef Wellington are but a few of the tantalizing specialties prepared by award winning French Master Chef Jean-Claude Garzia. Info: 441 232 8686, www.beaurivagebda.com 72 This Week in Bermuda | July 2014
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Restaurant & Bar
441 292 4507 MONDAY DINNER ONLY – 6:00PM - 10:00PM TUESDAY TO FRIDAY LUNCH AND DINNER 11:30AM-2:30PM/6:00PM-10:30PM SATURDAY DINNER ONLY 6:00PM-10.30PM CLOSED SUNDAYS
Inviting, Delicious, Addictive Dining
SPONSORED BY
BARRACUDA GRILL Seafood & Chops WITH MICHAEL MAGUIRE, COCKTAILS BY RYAN C. GIBBONS BY CANDICE DICKINSON, PHOTOGRAPHY BY NADIA HALL
Whether you stumble upon Barracuda Grill during the bustling daily business lunch hour or call ahead to reserve a romantic dinner for two, you will find an inviting setting and food and drinks that are simply delicious. To your delight the addictive nature and dynamic balance overall is bound to put a smile on your face and a skip in your step while you bookmark the experience as a must try again soon. Consistency, Mr. Maguire explains, is the main secret ingredient that breeds success day in and day out at this trendy upscale Hamilton hot spot. From innovative and unforgettable cocktails created by master mixologist Ryan Gibbons to Head Chef Derek Myers and Sous Chef Suresh Amarathunga constantly upping the game in the kitchen and sending out dishes that are not only enjoyed to the last bite but talked about all the way home. Barracuda Grill prides itself on cooking with sustainably grown and organic foods. Cooking methods such as molecular gastronomy, an avant-guard approach to cuisine, blends physics and chemistry transforming tastes and textures creating an artistic flare.
SEARED SCALLOPS
Tamarid glaze, coconut puree, red curried oxtail, crisp poppadum Pairs well with The Kessel Run Patron Silver Tequila, Gosling’s Bermuda Gold Rum, fresh mango and lime, hand shaken and finished with a ginger beer float. 74 This Week in Bermuda | July 2014
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BEEF TASTING
Char grilled Filet Mignon, coffee bbq short rib, pommes aligot, roasted marrow, smoked onion marmalade, creamed spinach, fried béarnaise “yolk” Pairs well with
Tears Of A Clown
Bombay Sapphire, Banfi Prosecco, muddled blueberries, fresh basil and lemon.
LIME CURD TART
Graham cracker ice cream toasted marshmallow, coconut crust. Pairs well with The Defiant Hennessy VSOP, peach pomegranate jam, lemon bitters and a splash of apple juice)
STYLE OF FOOD Seafood & Chops
Sous Vide, a culinary technique that cooks meats while vacuumed sealed in a hot bath for hours, preserves every morsel of flavour, resulting in the tenderest selection served right to your table. Barracuda Grill is a perfect place for a special occasion. Baked goods including birthday cakes are made right in the kitchen and are bound to wow each and every invited guest including that special someone. Freshly baked Cookies are served during lunch as part of the popular lunch special and they are absolutly to die for. PAIRINGS BY: APRIL GOSLING NAUDE Available at Gosling’s Stores
HIGHLIGHTS Outstanding food, great cocktail bar, romatic cozy setting, homemade cakes and cookies. SERVING Monday – Friday Lunch 12:00pm – 2:30pm Dinner 5:30pm – 10:00pm Bar 5:30pm – 11:30pm LOCATION & CONTACT 5 Burnaby Hill, City of Hamilton 292-1609 www.barracuda-grill.com
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Eat & Drink BELLA VISTA BAR & GRILL Port Royal Golf Course, Southampton The newest restaurant in Bermuda featuring delicious food & delightful drinks while overlooking the stunning views of South Shore. Info: 232 0100
BERMUDA BISTRO AT THE BEACH 103 Front Street, City of Hamilton Bermuda Bistro at the Beach is Bermuda’s number one hot spot from morning through to late night. Located in the heart of Hamiton on Front Street The Beach offers the best drink specials and tastiest food in Bermuda. It is by far the most fun in Bermuda for the best value where anything goes. The Beach has everything from morning Breakfast starting at 9:00am through to a late night menu. Daily specials featuring the Islands freshest seafood and produce. Info: 295 0219 or www.thebeachbermuda.com Buzz Cafe Hamilton Pharmacy. 17 Parliament St. Hamilton. 292-6150 Buzz Cafe AIG. 27 Richmond Rd. Pembroke. 298-5333 Buzz Cafe Dockyard. Inside Phoenix. 279-5551 Buzz Cafe Brown & Co. 3 Reid St. 279-5462 Buzz Cafe West Hamilton. 69 Pitts Bay Rd. Hamilton. 295 1723 Buzz Cafe Bda College. Stonington Ave. South Rd. Paget. 239 4017 Buzz Bakery Lane, 19 Bakery Lane. 292 2311 Buzz n’ Go. ESSO Station. Collector’s Hill. 232.2002 Buzz n’ Go. ESSO Station. Crawl Hill. 293.0777 Buzz n’ Go. ESSO Station (24/7). 37 Richmond Rd. 296.2390 Buzz n’ Go. ESSO Station. Warwick . 236.3021 76 This Week in Bermuda | July 2014
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Rosewood Tucker’s Point . 60 Tucker’s Point Drive . Hamilton Parish 441 298 4076 | www.rosewoodhotels.com
BAYSIDE GRILL DINING
The Bayside Bar & Grill is located by the pool and is only steps away from the sea. Quick food like hamburgers, hotdogs, sandwiches and salads are on the menu. There is great island Bar-B-Queue on Monday evenings.
FRIDAY SURF & TURF BUFFET
A devine buffet selection featuring fresh salads, delicious seafood, sizzling flame cooked meats and assorted freshly made desserts.
SUNDAY BRUNCH
Indulge with fresh baked waffles, assorted cheeses, delicious and creative salads, sushi, traditional dishes such as codfish and potatoes, a carving station with prime rib, roast turkey and honey ham, pasta dishes and decadent desserts.
HIBISCUS ROOM DINING
An elegant dining experience with soft hues of coral and tropical touch of Bermuda. This is a formal dining room and serves fine European dishes with a touch of Bermuda. Ocean View Island barbecue with Dj bubbles & Warner Gombyes
Reservations 293-8333 | 11 Blue Hole Hill, Baileys Bay | catering@grottobay.com | www.grottobay.com
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BOLERO RESTAURANT & BAR 95 Front Street, City of Hamilton Join Chef / Owner Jonny Roberts and his team at the busy, lively, and bustling Brasserie while enjoying a Bistro atmosphere, good food, friendly efficient service, and an overall enjoyable relaxed dining experience. Info: 292 4507 or www.bolerobrasserie.com
BONEFISH BAR & GRILL 6 Dockyard Terrace, Royal Naval Dockyard Join Chef/Owner Livio Ferigo and his team while enjoying a happy atmosphere, fun music, wonderful indoor/outdoor bar/ dining and views of the waterfront. Live entertainment weekly. Take the Ferry from Hamilton. Info: 234 5151 or www.bonefish.bm CONTINUED ON PAGE 82 78 This Week in Bermuda | July 2014
Open 7 Days a Week
BREAKFAST LUNCH DINNER Monday to Friday
9am - 3am
Saturday to Sunday
8am - 3am
103 Front Street, City of Hamilton Takeout & Catering
292.0219
thebeachbermuda.com
Fantastic Food, Drinks, Fun & Friends ...WHERE THE PARTY NEVER ENDS!!! The place to dine while visiting Hamilton either for a family meal or a quiet dinner. Relax & enjoy our alfresco dining to watch the world go by in the busy city or cool off in our fully air conditioned restaurant. The Bistro not only offers great food & drinks, but DJ’s 6 nights a week from 10pm-3am & all major sports on our 9 HD plasma TV’s.
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We were invited to try out the newest offering from the Italians at Sul Verde, and attended an intimate anteprima of their new Mozzarella Bar, a project that’s been five months in the making following the popularity of their delicious and varied Antipasti Buffet. “It’s nothing new, nothing innovative,” Executive Manager, Guido Brambilla explains. “There are mozzarella bars all over London and New York. Almost every restaurant menu in Bermuda features a Caprese salad, so we wanted to provide something new and different that would capitalize on its popularity.” Tomato and mozzarella are the perfect marriage and, without steering too far from the original equation, a simple salad like this relies heavily on using the freshest and finest ingredients to make it successful – not always easy here on island, considering our relative isolation. The beautiful thing about mozzarella is that it can receive a lot of flavours, so the possibilities are endless. Mozzarella is what’s called a pulled curd or pasta filata cheese, which means that it’s formed from the elastic curd of fresh milk, still warm and straight from the vat. “You have to burn your hands to make this cheese!” Chef Maximo Villagra exclaims passionately. Though the way he deftly handles the curd in the water would never have you suspecting that it’s as hot as 170 degrees Fahrenheit.
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He nimbly demonstrates how traditional mozzarella takes its shape, then forms small knots, longer braids, and the heavenly burrata. Burrata is made of that same stringy cheese, but is formed not into a solid ball, but a hollow pouch, which is then filled with fresh cream and soft stringy bits of curd, the ritagli, or rags, remaining after mozzarella making. It’s then tied off at the top and wrapped in the fronds of an Italian plant called asphodel (a relative of the leek) and garnished with basil. It’s creamy and rich and moreish. (I won’t tell you how many “second” helpings I had.) To give you an idea of how rich, burrata means “buttered” in Italian. What it really is, though, is fresh cheese at its best and, when cut, has an interior that spills out, marrying everything on the plate, and begs to be spread over fresh bread. As promised, the mozzarella acted like a blank, but far from bland, canvas for both the sweet and the saltier sides, and had us rushing from the Grille Bar into the packed dining room hoping to secure a table for dinner. Our experience of this was a colourful display of marinated kalamata olives, plump capers, green and yellow fried zucchini escabeche, roasted grape tomatoes, anchovies and fresh foccacia, washed down with a Vermentino.
STYLE OF FOOD Rustic Italian HIGHLIGHTS The Antipasti Buffet and House-made Mozzarella Bar; All sauces can be served with gluten free pasta. SERVING Lunch – daily 12noon – 3pm Dinner – daily 6:30pm – 9pm Snack Service – daily 3pm – 6pm Bar Service – daily 11am – 10pm ENTERTAINMENT A mozzarella demo class in the private dining room LOCATION & CONTACT The Clubhouse Rosewood Tucker’s Point 60 Tucker’s Point Dr., Hamilton Parish 441 298 4000 www.rosewoodhotels.com
Mozzarella pairs perfectly with La Pettegola Vermentino Toscana IGT PAIRING BY: APRIL GOSLING NAUDE Available at Gosling’s Stores
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Eat & Drink CAFÉ AMICI Clock Tower Mall, Sandys Enjoy Italian cuisine and culture, breakfast lunch and dinner served, best Pizza in Dockyard. Great patio. Traditional Bermudian codfish breakfast served Sunday mornings. Info: 234 5009, www.amici.bm COCONUT ROCK 20 Reid Street, City of Hamilton Delicious food and now serving Yashi Sushi in the dining room. Bar is open until 2:00am. Take-out available. Evening entertainment, call for details and schedule. Info: 292 1043, www.coconutrock.com
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MONDAY - FRIDAY Breakfast & Lunch 7:30AM-3:00PM SATURDAYS Lunch 11:00am-3:00pm The most unique park setting in all of Bermuda.
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Eat & Drink CHOPSTICKS 88 Reid Street, City of Hamilton Distinctly Asian with a modern flair, the décor within Chopsticks is warm and inviting, making it the perfect place to relax and enjoy a meal with friends, family or coworkers alike. Info: 292 0791, www.chopsticks.bm FLANAGAN’S IRISH PUB Emporium Building, 69 Front Street, City of Hamilton. Bermuda’s only Irish Pub & Restaurant offering a cozy and friendly atmosphere to both locals and tourists. Info: 295 8299, www.flanagans.bm
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Dine on the Green
441 232 0100 | Port Royal Golf Course, Southampton
A Taste of Land & Sea
441 234 5151 | Royal Naval Dockyard \ bonefish.bm
Italian Culture & Cuisine 441 234 5009 | Royal Naval Dockyard \ amici.bm
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GRIFFINS 6 Rose Hill, St. George’s Club, St. George’s Griffin’s Bistro and Bar at The St. George’s Club is open for lunch and dinner every day of the week except Wednesday. Info: 297 1200 or www.stgeorgesclub.bm
GROTTO BAY 11 Blue Hole Hill, Baileys Bay Grotto Bay offers wonderful dining options indoor and outdoors. Regular themed buffets are often served on Friday evenings and Sundays for brunch. Info: 293 8333, www.grottobay.com
HENRY VIII RESTAURANT, SUSHI BAR & PUB 69 South Road, Southampton Breath taking views, great patio, Old English Charm, traditional English dishes, sushi and live entertainment. Info: 238 1977 or www.henrys.bm LOBSTER POT & BOATHOUSE BAR 6 Bermudiana Road, City of Hamilton A favourite with locals and visitors, the Lobster Pot offers an outstanding variety of Bermuda seafood specialties and fresh fish delivered daily. Info: 292 6898 or www.lobsterpot.bm CONTINUED ON PAGE 86
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Mad Hatters Open: Lunch (Mon-Fri) 12 noon - 2pm Dinner (Mon-Sat) 6pm - 9:30pm
Ever Changing Lunch & Dinner Specials 441 297 6231
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Eat & Drink MAD HATTERS 22 Richmond Road, Pembroke Serving a diverse menu and fantastic, dizzyingly unpredictable daily specials! Info: 297 MAD1, madhatters@bermuda.com or www.madhatters.bm
PIZZA HOUSE Pizza House, choose from 21 toppings! Heron Bay Plaza, Southampton Info: 238 2753 Shelly Bay Plaza, Hamilton Parish Info: 293 8465 Southside, St. David’s Info: 293 5700 PORTOFINO 20 Bermudiana Road, City of Hamilton Portofino features the best pizza in town and innovative homemade pasta dishes. The menu is extensive and varied, and interesting specials are offered daily. Info: 292 2375, www.portofino.bm
RED RESTAURANT & BAR 55 Front Street, Hamilton The perfect stop for quick and casual steak or an intimate romantic dinner, overlooking breathtaking Hamilton Harbor. Info: 292 7331 or info@redbermuda.com or www.redbermuda.com
OUTBACK AT FLANAGANS IRISH PUB Emporium Building, 69 Front Street, City of Hamilton. No matter what team you’re routing for, you’ll always have the best seat in the house at Flanagan’s Outback Sport Bar. Info: 295 8299 or www.flanagans.bm
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SPECIALITY CINEMA & GRILL 12 Church Street, Hamilton The Speciality Cinema is your alternative to the megaplex movie going experience and offers great food in a fun atmosphere. Info: 292 2135 or www.specialitycinema.bm WAHOO’S WATERSIDE BISTRO & PATIO 36 Water Street, St. George’s Bring your family for a nice relaxing meal or come for a romantic dinner where you’ll overlook the moon lit harbour. Info: 297 1307 or www.wahoosbistro.bm CONTINUED ON PAGE 88
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Monday to Friday: Lunch: 11:30am to 4:30pm Dinner: 4:30pm until closing Saturday: 5:30pm until closing Sunday: 6:00pm until closing Closed Public Holidays Located on the corner of Bermudiana & Gorham Roads in Hamilton. Reservations:
“Bermuda’s premier seafood restaurant for more than 40 years. Sailors and landlubbers meet to enjoy the best in fresh fish and other delicious food for lunch and dinner!”
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Eat & Drink SUL VERDE Open daily for dinner, Sul Verde specializes in rustic Italian cuisine and features an antipasti buffet along with traditional primi and secondi courses served family style. An extensive Italian wine list and homemade infused grappas are also a house specialty. Sul Verde is located at the Golf Clubhouse overlooking picturesque Castle Harbour. Info: 298-6983. www.rosewoodhotels.com Find us on Facebook
THE POINT Award-winning Executive Chef Gerry Adams and his world-class team provide the finest culinary experience in Bermuda at The Point Restaurant & Terrace. Renowned for superb international cuisine infused with fresh local ingredients, Chef Adams creates a dining experience like no other. This stunning restaurant displays PanAm’s one-of-a-kind Sky Club murals, depicting the world’s major ports of the 1880s in the unique style of Eurasian artist, Gerard Henderson. The Point is now serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Info: 298-4070. www.rosewoodhotels. com. Find us on Facebook SOMERSET COUNTRY SQUIRE 10 Mangrove Bay Road, Somerset Enjoy traditional Bermudian & English dishes, outside dining overlooking beautiful Mangrove Bay or take out. Info: 234 0105
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36 Water Street, St. George’s 297-1307 www.wahoos.bm
RED takes a modern and global approach to the steakhouse dining experience. Centrally located in the heart of Hamilton. RED offers inspired dishes, vibrant atmosphere and an array of custom created menus for your next the perfect location for entertaining clients, locals and visitors alike. Visit our website for a complete listing of our menus. Dine in our intimate RED room, chic lounge, mezzanine seating, or our contemporary patio overlooking Front Street. Contact us today to make a reservation. LUNCH Tuesday to Friday 12:00 noon - 2:30pm DINNER Seven Evenings A Week 6:00pm - 10:00pm SOCIAL SUNDAY BRUNCH Feature DJ PM 11:00am - 5:00pm BAR & LOUNGE & PATIO Monday to Friday 4:00pm – LATE Saturday and Sunday 6:00pm – 2:00am 441 292 7331 55 Front Street, Hamilton www.redbermuda.com redsteakhouse@redbermuda.com
ROBIN HOOD 25 Richmond Road, Pembroke Stop by your local neighborhood pub and enjoy great food, great music, sports, broadcasts, trivia night and more! Info: 295 3314 or www.robinhood.bm
Enjoy breath taking views while enjoying your meal.
Bermudian & English Dishes
Take Out Service Live TV Sporting Events YOU ARE BEING SERVED 7 DAYS A WEEK
11:00AM UNTIL 1:00AM
Lunch: 11:30am - 4:00pm Dinner: 6:30pm - 10:00pm
10 Mangrove Bay Road, Somerset
441 234-0105
ROSA’S 121 Front Street, City of Hamilton Experience Bermuda’s Best Tex-Mex Cuisine. Rosa’s Overlooks Front Street with a cozy patio, a great mix of music, colourful drinks at the bar and an overall warm and friendly atomosphere. Info: 295 1912 or www.rosas.bm CONTINUED ON PAGE 92
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441 295 3314
BERMUDA’S #1 SPORTS BAR FOOD, DRINKING, MUSIC, SPORTS, BROADCASTS, TRIVIA NIGHT Mon - $10 Menu (all day/night) Tue - Quiz Night (evening) Wed - Indian Curry Night (evening) Live Music with Paul Fedden (8:30pm) Thu - Wing Mania (all day/night) Fri - City Area Delivery (11am - 3pm) Sat - DJ Donnie (evening) Sun - Codfish Breakfast (9am - 3pm) Daily - Happy Hour (4 to 7pm) Conveniently located in Hamilton, offering traditional pub fare, as well as our famous pizza. We offer state of the art satellite coverage of all your favourite sporting events and teams. Sit inside and revel in our lively atmosphere or sit outside on our oversized patio. We offer superior service in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
441 295 3314 • WWW.ROBINHO OD.BM 25 RICHMOND ROAD, PEMBROKE
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WHERE TO
Eat & Drink
SWIZZLE INN - EAST Bailey’s Bay, Hamilton Parish Home of the original rum swizzle, great pub style food, evening entertainment and popular patio. Info: 293 1854 or www.swizzleinn.com SWIZZLE INN - WEST 87 South Shore Road, Warwick Home of the original rum swizzle, great pub style food, evening entertainment and popular patio. Info: 236 7459 or www.swizzleinn.com CONTINUED ON PAGE 94
“Bermudaʼs Unique Dining Experience” Where you can choose from Premium Cuts of Steak, Seafood & Lamb
“Cooked to Perfection”
106 S O U T H S I D E ROA D ST. DAV I D’S
Along with Fresh Vegetables & Salads and The Most Mouthwatering Desserts Reservations 777.0555
Open 5:30pm Nightly except Mondays DRESS CODE: Smart Casual
Mini, Small, Medium, Large, X Large & Jumbo
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SOUTHSIDE ST. DAVIDʼS | 293-5700 SHELLY BAY PLAZA HAMILTON | 293-8465 HERON BAY PLAZA SOUTHAMPTON | 238-2753 92 This Week in Bermuda | July 2014
Bermuda’s Best tex-mex Cuisine! 121 Front Street, Hamilton 441 295 1912
dine in Or Out CHinese Fare 88 Reid Street, Hamilton 441 292 0791
WHERE TO
Eat & Drink YASHI SUSHI 20 Reid Street, City of Hamilton The most delicious Sushi in town!!! Eat inside Yashi or in the Coconut Rock dining room. Info: 441 296 6226
WOK EXPRESS 180 Middle Road in Southampton Wok Express serves up the islands finest Sushi and Chinese cuisine with exciting dishes and a friendly atmosphere. At Wok Express, every dish is created using only the freshest ingredients. We serve only the choicest meats and seafood, freshest rice, and vegetables from the market. Our authentic menu creates a truly enjoyable take-out dining experience. Info: 441 293 9999, www.wokexpress.bm
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Swizzle inn South ShoRe & b a i l e y ’ S b ay
Bermuda’s premier pub and restaurant and home of the Rum Swizzle Outdoor patios | Non-smoking areas Family friendly with a kid’s menu Swagger Out gift shop Live entertainment all summer
Open daily from 11am & food served all day Now at two locations!
3 Blue Hole Hill, Bailey’s Bay. Tel 441-293-1854
Enjoy responsibly. alcohol consumption may be harmful to your health. 87 Excessive South Shore, Warwick. Tel 441-236-7459
Summer Patio Dining Guide IN THE EAST
Black Horse Tavern 101 St. David’s Road, St. David’s
STYLE OF FOOD: Authentically local SERVING: Lunch & Dinner HIGHLIGHTS: Very large patio overlooking St. David’s Harbour, Fresh Bermudian Fish. ENTERTAINMENT: Quiz Night with Mike Bishop (call for schedule) INFO: 297 1991. Open Tuesday - Sunday, closedon Mondays.
Located in the heart of St. David’s, Black Horse Tavern is family owned and opperated. It is one of the best kept local secrets on island and one of our favorites for authentically local Bermudian cuisine, especially their famous fish sandwich. Enjoy dinning on the oversized patio overlooking St. David’s Harbour or come by boat and tie up at the brand new floating dock where you can order takeout to go.
Tavern By The Sea 14 Water Street, St. George’s
STYLE OF FOOD: Bermudian-British SERVING: Lunch & Dinner HIGHLIGHTS: Very large patio overlooking St. George’s Harbour ENTERTAINMENT: Live music from 10 p.m. on most weekends (call to confirm) INFO: 441 297 3305. Open 7 days a week and on holidays.
Beautifully located along the harbour with a sunny deck-style patio and romantic dark wood paneled bar serving classic local and international cuisine. Try the fresh seafood dishes and our signature comfort meals. 96 This Week in Bermuda | July 2014
WHERE TO
Patio
Tobacco Bay Beach St. George’s
STYLE OF FOOD: Beach Grub SERVING: All day and ealry evening HIGHLIGHTS: Beach accessories and toys available for rent. ENTERTAINMENT: Live music, beach games and schenanagans. INFO: Open 7 days a week and on holidays
If you want to start your Bermuda night out right, then it really has to begin with The Tobacco Bay Sunset Experience! Enjoy three hours of very casual, laid back island living - great music, cool cocktails, ice cold beers, tasty food offerings and Tobacco Bay’s Signature Bacardi Cocktails... and all happening right on Bermuda’s most famous sunset beach.
CENTRAL
Port O’Call & Pearl 87 Front Street, Hamilton
STYLE OF FOOD: Fine International Cuisine using Fresh Bermuda Produce SERVING: Lunch & Dinner HIGHLIGHTS: Al fresco harbour view terrace, wine bar ENTERTAINMENT: happy hour INFO: 441 295 5373, open Monday - Friday 4:00pm - 7:00pm. www.portocall.bm
Winner of The Bermudian’s Best Place for a Power Lunch, Port O’Call also encourages a lingering crowd. Their sleek, sophisticated ding room and bar that extend to Pearl’s Sushi Restaurant above, are hugely popular with the Happy Hour set.
Little Venice
32 Bermudiana Road, Hamilton STYLE OF FOOD: Modern Italian SERVING: Lunch, Dinner & Bar Menu HIGHLIGHTS: The most extensive wine list in Bermuda INFO: 441 295 3503. Open Monday - Friday 12:00noon - evening. Saturdays, dinner only.
Little Venice is Bermuda’s first and premier wine bar offering a cornucopia of international fine wines and a brand new menu. The outside terrazzo is the perfect location for Happy Hour. In the true style of Italian hospitality, gourmet complimentary hors d’oeuvres are served between 4:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. CONTINUED ON PAGE 102 www.thisweek.bm 97
Where To Patio CENTRAL Cafe Ten
Dundonald Street, Hamilton STYLE OF FOOD: Cafe favourites, Creative Tapas SERVING: Breakfast, Lunch, Tapas & Saturday Brunch HIGHLIGHTS: Great patio, wine pairing nights, perfect place for a private party. ENTERTAINMENT: Tasting menus with wine pairing special events.INFO: 295 0857, opens at 7am Monday - Saturday and kitchen stays open until 9:00pm Monday - Friday.
Only a short walk from Hamilton’s Front St., Cafe Ten’s great location has lots of space to park and maintains a friendly, neighborhood feel. A popular lunch spot, the large patio fills up quickly, offering a variety of daily specials and a creative tapas menu through happy hour and into the evening.
Rosa’s
121 Front Street, Hamilton
STYLE OF FOOD: Tex Mex SERVING: Lunch, Dinner & Take-Out HIGHLIGHTS: Great patio overlooking Hamilton Harbour, renouned signature marguerita menu. INFO: 441 295 1912, Open Tuesday - Sunday 11:30am - 11:00pm
Try their recently redesigned menu full of authentic dishes and reworked classics. Mouth-watering carne Asada tacos, sizzling fajitas, deep-fried chimichangas and a Bermuda inspired margarita with our favourite local ginger beer.
Beau Rivage
Newstead/Belmont Hills Golf Resort & Spa, 27 Harbour Road, Paget STYLE OF FOOD: French SERVING: BREAKFAST, Lunch, Dinner & Sunday Jazz Brunch HIGHLIGHTS: Stunning patio overlooking an infinity pool and Hamilton Harbour. Exotic, elegant, sexy cocktails ENTERTAINMENT: Weekly Happy Hour parties with entertainment INFO: 441 232 8686
Bermuda’s only French restaurant, Jean Claude Garzia’s incredible dishes combined with the spectacular views, make this a dining experience to remember. Pan-seared Rock fish, roast rack of lamb, and beef Wellington are but a few of the tantalizing specialties they offer. 98 This Week in Bermuda | July 2014
WHERE TO
Patio
Spring Garden
19 Washington Lane, Reid Street, Hamilton STYLE OF FOOD: Bajan and other West Indian Flavours SERVING: Lunch & Dinner, all day dining HIGHLIGHTS: Friday lunch buffet ENTERTAINMENT: Live DJ after 10pm INFO: 441 295 7416. Monday - Thursday 11:00am - 11:00pm, Friday and Saturday 11:00am - 3:00am
Tucked away on Washington Lane between Reid and Church St. is a palm filled Courtyard serving up true island flavor. Try the pan-fried flying fish, a Bajan specialty and stay for rumbased cocktails and dancing into the night.
IN THE WEST
Pastry Shop
Royal Naval Dockyard
STYLE OF FOOD: Gluten free desserts, soups, salads and sandwiches on offer daily SERVING: Breakfast, Lunch & Afternoon Tea HIGHLIGHTS: Great patio, air conditioned indoor seating for up to 24 guests, perfect for private get togethers. INFO: open daily from 9am-5pm, afternoon tea from 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Located at the entrance to the Victualling Yard, the new Dockyard Pastry & Coffee Shop offers you a daily baked variety of pastries and desserts, as well as sandwiches, paninis, freshly brewed coffee and cappuccino. CONTINUED ON PAGE 104 www.thisweek.bm 99
Harbourview Patio Dining
BEAU RIVAGE
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With Jean Claude Garzia STORY & PHOTOGRAPHY BY NADIA HALL
Despite winning many awards and accolades including the title of “Meilleur Ouvrier de France” (that’s the best chef in France!) in 1998, Beau Rivage’s Jean Claude Garzia remains modest, deflecting much of the credit to the restaurant’s stunning Newstead location. “We are a bistro type, not pretentious, the view is gorgeous,” he says coolly, all too aware that he’s stating the obvious. While there’s no denying the setting is spectacular – the terrace wraps around the restaurant above the hotel’s infinity pool giving an uninterrupted view of Hamilton Harbour and the city’s distant skyline – Master Chef Jean Claude’s culinary talents are in no way overshadowed. We started with the Tuna Tataki, raw Bermuda yellowfin tuna, served on a bed of seaweed salad, with pink pickled ginger and soy sauce. The fish was incredibly fresh and just disappeared in the mouth. A grilled garden vegetable cake followed, with fresh basil and tomatoes and a balsamic reduction fashioned into the shape of a treble clef. This, he described as “Tres vegeterienne,” another winkingly obvious statement that hinted at the quintessentially Gallic preference for more carnivorous fare. Duck breast, gently roasted, served with Bermuda onions and a cinnamon citrus sauce was tender and delicous, the orange slices cutting perfectly through the rich savoury flavours of the duck, and a welcome change for anyone who’s ever found their way into a food rut. And that’s only a taste of what they’re cooking up at Beau Rivage to take you away from the ordinary. Their newly refurbished but still divine patio, AZURE, boasts a new exotic cocktail list and tapas menu, perfect for Friday Happy Hour or, indeed, any summer evening. Maitre D’ Dirk Beck tells me they’ve seen an increase in demand for private parties, which is no surprise – they provide excellent service and have the perfect venue for it. “This lady brought a band from overseas – my god these guys were rocking!” Jean Claude chimes in. Having had just a small bite of what they can offer, I’m sure the party isn’t over. 100 This Week in Bermuda | July 2014
WHERE TO
Eat & Drink THON FRAİS FAÇON JAPONAİSE SUR SALADE D’ALGUES VERTES Japanese Raw Tuna Tataki served on a Bed of Seaweed Salad, with Siracha, Scallion and Sesame Honey Soy Sauce Pairs well with a Classic Cosmopolitan Absolut Vodka, De Kuyper Triple Sec, Cranberry Juice and fresh lime
GÂTEAU DE LÉGUMES GRİLLÉS, SAVEUR DU JARDİN Grilled garden vegetable cake, simmered in virgin olive oil and scented fresh herbs Pairs well with a Bombay Saphire Collins Bombay Saphire East, fresh lemon, sugar, and soda water.
STYLE OF FOOD French Contemporary Cuisine HIGHLIGHTS Panoramic views of Hamilton Harbour; Beef Wellington; Terine de Foie Gras
MARGARET DE CANARD RÔTİ, AUX ÉPİCES ET MİEL Pan seared Crispy Duck Breast thinly sliced with Honey, Cinnamon Citrus Sauce, Vegetable and Potato Pairs well with a Hennessy Pure White Served over ice. PAIRINGS BY: APRIL GOSLING NAUDE Available at Gosling’s Stores
SERVING Breakfast Monday – Saturday 7am – 10:30am Sunday 7am – 10am Lunch Monday – Saturday 11:30am – 2:30pm Dinner Monday – Saturday 6:30am – 9:30pm Jazz Brunch 11:30am – 2:30pm (reservation only) L’eau Bar: Tuesday – Sunday 6:00pm – 11:00pm ENTERTAINMENT Friday Happy Hour; Sunday Brunch LOCATION & CONTACT Newstead/Belmont Hills Golf Resort & Spa 27 Harbour Road Reservations: 441 232 8686 www.beaurivagebda.com
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Street Side Patio Dining
Little Venice Restaurant & Wine Bar STORY & PHOTOGRAPHY BY NADIA HALL
When Little Venice first opened its doors over forty years ago, they had patrons queuing down Bermudiana Road and when they extended to the neighbouring wine bar their popularity only grew, making Bermudiana the place for both Happy Hour and after hours. But as much as we are creatures of habit, humans are a fickle breed and it soon became the quieter end of Front Street. However, as the sun rises on another summer we’re witnessing something of a revival and the outside terrazzo is booming once again. “We needed something new, something different, sometimes people get stuck in a comfort zone.” Managing Director Emilio Barbieri explains. His new plan is to go back to basics and look to why his was such a winning formula to begin with. He wants to emphasize and enhance that Bermuda-Italian connection. The freshness of his ideas comes in the form of fresh ingredients. At their FourWays location, Tommy Poh has been busy working on his kitchen garden. Fresh herbs and vegetables, ripe for Emilio’s picking, thrive harmoniously using a hydroponic system. It’s an important factor in taking a greener, more sustainable approach to the business and doesn’t hurt the flavour either. I had a fresh Bermuda Rockfish grilled to perfection on the freshest tropical fruit salsa – a combination that changes with the season. That’s just how I like my fish, simple with minimal embellishment – but if you like your lily gilded then Executive Chef Danny Lim has cooked up plenty of inventive dishes using a fresh local catch. The Rockfish Cannelloni incorporates that same fish within the traditional parmesan filling, a mixed seafood topping providing new depth of flavour while garden-fresh basil in the sauce cuts through the cream. It’s surprisingly light. “It’s all a matter of balance,” he continues, a statement that could refer to the fare as well as the overall formula. “We’re trying to build up a crowd that stays through the evening” The Wine Bar is open from 12 noon with Happy Hour beginning at 4.30. In the true style of Italian hospitality, gourmet, complimentary hors d’oeuvres are served with a bar menu and option to choose from the upstairs sushi menu. “The food’s got to be good, the price has got to be right and the most important thing is the service.” 32 BERMUDIANA ROAD, HAMILTON | 295 3503 | WWW.LITTLEVENICE.BM 102 This Week in Bermuda | July 2014
CAPRESE SALAD BERMUDA RED HIND RAVIOLI Buffalo Mozzarella layered with heirloom Tomatoes with Shrimp and homemade Pesto and fresh Basil
TAGLIERE BOARD Speck, Prosciutto, Salami, Coppa, Bresaola, Parmesan & Pecorino cheeses & Goat cheese ball
SPINACH CANNELLONI Filled with Bermuda Rock fish topped with mixed seafood - shrimp, mussels, clams with a light Basil seafood sauce
GRILLED BERMUDA ROCK FISH SLOW BRAISED BEEF RIBS On a mosaic bed of fresh fruit salsa topped with a with Barolo wine sauce, gratin potatoes, sautĂŠed light Lemon butter sauce and micro greens green and white asparagus www.thisweek.bm 103
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ST. GEORGE’S & EASTERN PARISHES
WHITE HORSE PUB & RESTAURANT . 8 Kings Square, St. Georges Evening entertainment on the water. Follow White Horse Bermuda on Facebook for entertainment schedule, special events, daily specials and updates. Info: 297 1838, www.whitehorsebermuda.com SWIZZLE INN BAILEY’S BAY . Baileys Bay Weekly entertainment including Pancho on the Patio, Trivia Quiz night with Mike Bishop, latenight entertainment with Rockin’ Ray and much much more. Like Swizzle Inn Bermuda on Facebook for a full schedule of events, entertainment and daily specials. Info: 293 1854, www.swizzleinn.com HAMILTON & CENTRAL PARISHES
FLANAGANS & OUTBACK SPORTS BAR . 69 Front Street, Hamilton Fridays & Saturdays - Top DJs & Karaoke (last Friday of the month) Happy Hour prices everyday from 5pm - 7pm Info: Front Street. 441 295 8299, www.flanagans.bm ROBIN HOOD PUB . 25 Richmont Road . Hamilton Mondays $10 entrée night, Tuesdays Quiz Night. Info: Richmond Road, Pembroke, 441 295 3314 RED RESTAURANT & BAR . 55 Front Street, Hamilton The perfect place for cocktails overlooking Front Street. The heat is on Friday and Saturday nights until the wee hours. Info: 292 7331, www.redbermuda.com BERMUDA BISTRO AT THE BEACH . 103 Front Street, Hamiton A great place to be for happy hour and late night happenings into the wee hours. Like Bermuda Bistro At The Beach on Facebook for a full schedule of events, entertainment and daily specials. Info: 292 0219, www.thebeachbermuda.com LEMON TREE CAFE . 7 Queen Street, City of Hamilton Party in the most unique park setting in all of Bermuda. Friday night happy hour is one of the best island wide. Info: 292 0235, www.lemontreecafe.bm COCONUT ROCK . 20 Reid Street, City of Hamilton A twist of underground themed entertainment. Call for weekly events, theme nights and general info on whats happening. Info: 292 1043, www.coconutrock.com ROYAL NAVAL DOCKYARD & WESTERN PARISHES
HENRY VIII . South Shore Road Thursdays BBQ, Fridays Tempo, Saturdays DJ Uncle, Sundays Local entertainment. Info: 441 238 1977, www.henrys.bm SWIZZLE INN SOUTH SHORE . South Shore Road Weekly entertainment including Pancho on the Patio, Trivia Quiz night with Mike Bishop, latenight entertainment with Rockin’ Ray and much much more. Like Swizzle Inn Bermuda on Facebook for a full schedule of events, entertainment and daily specials. Info: 293 1854, www.swizzleinn.com PHOTO: PINK SAND MARGARITA AT WHITE HORSE PUB & RESTAURANT Picture provided by White Horse Pub & Restaurant WWW.BACARDIONTHEROCK.BM
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