DAYSTAR Cafe, Aruba

The Daystar Cafe opened about 4 months ago. It’s located in Savaneta, Aruba, just behind the General Store that you see on the east side of the main highway leading to San Nicolaas. You’ll recognize the sign.

Just drive in along the short, dirt road behind the big General Store building and you’ll find plenty of parking at the Daystar.

Inside you’ll find friendly faces, fresh food, and free WIFI. Take a look.

And here’s another view of the comfortable seating where you can kick back and put you’re feet up after a day of cruising the countryside.

So how about the food. Well, below you’ll see an image of some breakfast plates that just came from the kitchen.

Hungry yet? I am. There are salads and sandwiches, fresh fruit and juices, everything you need to refresh and recharge. Maybe you’re on your way to Baby Beach or on the way back from a snorkle trek. Either way, this place has sit down and take out food and drinks. Give it a try.

Bon dia.

Published in: on March 4, 2011 at 3:02 pm  Leave a Comment  
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Balashi Chill

Aruba’s Balashi Brewery seems to have a hit on their hands in the form of their new brew named “Balashi Chill.” Here’s a look at the bottle.

As you can see, it is served with a slice of lime as in the case of other tropical beers. My friends at Charlie’s Bar report brisk sales with customers well-satisfied by the flavor. Because I’m not a beer drinker I can not personally report on this. However, that’s a good reason for you to swing down to Aruba and give Chill a try.

Bon dia.

Published in: on February 4, 2011 at 10:56 am  Leave a Comment  
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Driving in Aruba

Driving in Aruba can be a contact sport. As they say in NASCAR, “Rubbing is racing,” or something like that. It was an exciting week for car crashes. A couple of rollovers and one into the ocean at Eagle Beach. Here’s a look from the local newspaper.

Let’s go in for a closer look at that one that went into the sea.

Wow, talk about doing it right when you do it. That driver had to work hard to get the car off that cliff. No doubt there’s an explanation. Be careful on the roads around here. Sometimes you might think you’re in a demolition derby.

Published in: on December 19, 2010 at 12:52 pm  Leave a Comment  
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JoAnn Bar/Rest, update

JoAnn Bar and Restuarant, as it is now known, is located in Mahuma, Aruba. I’ve been enjoying meals here for years. Here’s the sign out front so you won’t miss the place.

It used to be called “JoAnn Snack” but has recently been upgraded with that new sign, fresh paint, and an outdoor patio. Here’s the way in.

My favorite thing to order is the pork chop with salsa criollo. The platter came and I promptly launched into it then remembered to take a photo for this blog.

There had been a small salad on the plate. I mowed it down prior to snapping the photo. Sorry about that. Anyway, the criollo is tangy sweet and great with the chop. The chicken is also very good and served with the sauce on the side as you can see in the next image.

Service is good, but a little slow. However, if you’re in Aruba, chances are you’re relaxing and not in any big hurry. Prices are very reasonable, especially compared to places near the hotels.  Plus there are plenty of friendly faces here, people to chat with and swap stories.

Bon dia.

Published in: on December 10, 2010 at 9:47 am  Leave a Comment  
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