Mon, 23 April 2018
Welcome back to another episode of This Week in Aruba, which covers the events from Monday, April 23rd to Sunday, April 29th or also known as timeshare week 16.
My shout out for this week goes to Peter and Amal from Alfie’s in Aruba. Originally from Canada but now full-time residents of Aruba, Peter and Amal who I interviewed on episode 79 of One Happy Podcast purchased a bar and have never looked back. Alfie's in Aruba almost immediately became one of the favorite restaurants on the island and that is mostly due to the owners focus on a great experience and even better customer service. They serve pub fare so think burgers, rib, and awesome pulled pork. And something that is completely unique to the island is their amazing poutine. If you’re someone who ever thought of opening up a bar in Aruba you really should listen to One Happy Podcast episode 79.
With that being said let’s jump into the events section:
FOOD
A Taste of ArubaWhen: 24 April / 5:30 pm - 11:00 pm Where: Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/284921082045640/
Aquarius will take you back in time with stories, local handcrafted arts and recipes. Celebrate our Island's rich multicultural history with locally inspired buffet.
Aquarius will serve a local buffet for just $39 including a BALASHI BEER or Chill Beer. Specials on Cocktails such as; 'Barbulet', 'Aruba Ariba' , 'Chuchubi Carnaval' and 'Yuwana Loco'. Discover Aruba through unique flavors!
Join us every Tuesday Night for this special local event with Live entertainment. For more information or reservation, please call 5236156 or visit one of our Navigators in the lobby area. Dinner Under The Stars at Renaissance Private IslandWhen: 25 April / 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Where: Renaissance Private Island Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/193877354724743/
Take a boat trip to Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino's Private Island and let your taste buds travel to paradise...
Enjoy our new menu consisting of a Beer braised Short Rib or Tandoori marinated Mahi-Mahi, while your toes get pampered in our white secluded sand.
Our private dinner setting includes a welcome cocktail at Lucy's Dock (across the Renaissance Mall), boat trip to Renaissance Private Island, dinner on the beach and live entertainment for only $65 per person. Children from 5 to 12 yrs pay $32.50.
For more information or reservation, please contact one of our navigators at 5236115 Eat Local's Food Truck FestivalWhen: 27 to 28 April / 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm Where: Plaza Daniel Leo / Plaza Nikki Habibe Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/1304141779674820/
Ready to experience the deliciousness of Aruba's “cuminda di truck?” Get ready for Eat Local: Food Truck edition. Savor and experience the best of Aruba’s Food Trucks!
All of the islands best food trucks gathered in one place! Experience sizzling dishes and let your taste buds go wild. Bring your friends and family and enjoy great food, craft beers, and live music. Eat, drink, and chill the night away.
*Cash only!
Last year was a booming success with live music, full bellies, happy hearts, and culinary treats from the best food trucks of the island.
Are you ready for the next chapter of food truck bites in a cozy, festival-like setting? Accompanied by 3 Craft Beer companies and a Kids Corner presented by of The University of Aruba.
Confirmed Participating Food Trucks:
Beer Trucks:
Cheap vs Expensive WinesWhen: 28 April / 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Where: The Wine Room (L.G. Smith Blvd #126 Suite #1, 00000 Oranjestad, Aruba) Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/2000321300294707/
A great session exploring wines blindly There will be 8 wines to taste and drink.
The main idea: Here we would like you to try cheap, entry level wines, mid end and high end wines blindly, meaning without seeing the label, and judge for yourself what wines you really like.
It’s going to be a fun filled evening with many laughs, so be sure to reserve today!
Experience: $85 Tapas: Shrimps, Picanha, and Grilled chicken
Seated wine tasting for only 10 persons, reserve your spot today!
I Love Wine & Cheese EventWhen: 28 April / 12:00 nn - 5:00 pm Where: Ling and Sons IGA Super Center (Schotlandstraat #41, Oranjestad, Aruba) Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/187155585253605/
Come and try out our great selection of wines and cheeses from around the world we have available in store. Great in store tastings, specials, and a chance to win a romantic dinner for 2. Join this unique experience at your #1 supermarket, Ling & Sons.
The Full Moon Romantic ExperienceWhen: 29 April / 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm Where: Passions on the Beach (J.E. Irausquin Blvd. 252, Eagle Beach, Aruba Palm Beach) Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/1572363702854696/
Passions on the Beach restaurant invites you for a special 3-course dinner at every full moon.
Complimentary Welcome Drink: Martini-Pina-Colada Creation
Appetizer: “Mariage de Séléné”, Bisque with scallop and lobster Entrée: “Terre et Mer”, Beef tenderloin and garlic shrimp, sweet potato puree, asparagus, stuffed mini sweet pepper Dessert: “Passion" Cheesecake
$49.00 per person.15% Service Charge, 1.5% tax & 2% Health Levy will be added to your bill. Reservation required. Please contact our Concierge at +297 527 1118; concierge@amsterdammanor.aw.
SPECIAL OCCASIONS
King’s Day ArubaWhen: 27 April (all day) Where: Aruba
Official Holiday: A government ceremony paying honor to King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands is followed by numerous sporting events, and family-friendly celebrations. Sports competitions, kite flying contests and fun-filled activities are held at various sites including community centers. Also, many restaurants and bars hold specials and fun celebrations... don't forget to wear your orange!
Under the Stars King's Day CelebrationWhen: 27 to 28 April / 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm Where: Aruba Cosecha / Taste My Aruba (Zoutman Straat 1, Oranjestad, Aruba) Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/590084058027261/ Aruba Cosecha, in partnership with Taste My Aruba, proudly invites you to their 'Under The Stars' local art & farmer's market, celebrating our King's Day! At Cosecha you can find a diversification of the Aruban craft heritage and artistic supply of artisans, through their personal stories, inspirations and craftsmanship exposed in their products. All products sold at Cosecha have received the Aruba Certification Seal. Taste My Aruba, celebrates the culinary heritage, including local farmer's, thus bringing food from the farm to your plate, furthermore cherish everything that is authentically local. Come and mingle with our local artists & artisans and celebrate King's Day with us. We promise to fulfill your five senses! Live like a local and be part of an authentic experience.
King's Day Bikers ParadeWhen: 27 to 28 April / from 3:00 pm Where: Rond Aruba Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/189129288353850/ We are gonna go for a ride with one stop and after that we are gonna have an awesome event for our bikers!
LIFESTYLE
Flip Flop FestivalWhen: 28 to 30 April (all day) Where: Bushiri Beach Arena Website: http://www.flip-flopfestival.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pg/flipflopfestivalaruba/
The Flip Flop Festival, brought to you by Chill Beer is one of the biggest music festivals in Aruba. This event brings around thousands of people annually, getting better and better every year. You can expect nothing but loads of fun, music and entertainment on the beach!
*Official Artist Lineup for 2018 Flip Flop Festival:
*Official 2018 Flip Flop Festival Schedule:
* Tickets on sale at Citgo Palm Beach, Boulevard, St. Cruz & Essoville!
For more information and to purchase tickets visit Flip Flop Festival's Facebook page.
Yoga & Intro to The Bars Method (presentation)When: 24 April / 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Where: Happy Buddha Aruba (Monserat 5, Oranjestad, Aruba) Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/1823426694344998/
Register for this FREE EVENT "Yoga & Intro to The Bars Method" on Tuesday April 24nd 2018 from 6 - 8 PM. We start with a delicious 60 min yoga class (accessible for all levels), taught by Corinne Voermans, founder & director of Happy Buddha Aruba. Guest Teacher Gyonne Goedkoop, an Access Bars practitioner, will introduce you to The Bars Method / Access Consciousness, founded by Gary Douglas (www.accessconsiousness.com).
The Bars are a series of 32 points on the head, which when lightly touched releases old energies stuck in the brain and the body, allowing for tremendous and easy change.
Following the FREE EVENT you can sign up for a 30 min "Taster" (Bars treatment on Saturday April 28th or Sunday April 29th 2018). You'll receive more info on this during the presentation. Fee for 30 min Bars Treatment is $25 or AWG 45. Open-air Market at Flor de OrienteWhen: 28 April / 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Where: Flor de Oriente (Kerkstraat 6, None Oranjestad, Aruba) Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/2011492402511385/
Markt is a place where the community can come together and support the small local business movement. A place where the people can find, buy and sell products, foods and/or beverages on a monthly basis. Giving the local stores and owners as well as fishermen and artists a chance to gather at one location in the heart of Oranjestad, easy to find and attend for the local community of Aruba and visitors to the island.
I Love 2 PartyWhen: 28 April / 9:00 pm - 3:00 am Where: Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/338319420011572/
ARUBA: I LOVE 2 PARTY. Get wild, get sexy, get ready. This'll be a night to remember. Get your tickets NOW and we'll see you this April 28th!
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