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New Caribbean Fusion Restaurant Creates Sizzle on Antigua
ST. JOHN'S, Antigua, Sept. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Ismay's recently opened to
great fanfare atAntigua's Galley Bay Resort & Spa -- an award-winning
hideaway and a member of Elite Island Resorts' distinctive collection of
Caribbean resorts. The restaurant was named for employee Ismay Mason in
tribute to her 45 years of dedicated service to the resort.Antigua's Prime
Minister Baldwin Spencer and Minister of Tourism Howard Lovell attended the
opening.
"We're extremely proud of Galley Bay Resort & Spa's new restaurant and
glad we could name it in honor of our longest-standing employee who has
demonstrated extraordinary service. Ismay's gives our guests an exciting third
dining option rounding out the resort's newest enhancements -- a luxurious
tropical spa, Indulge, and 30 oceanfront premium suites," said Steven E.
Heydt, Elite Island Resorts' president.
Ismay's cuisine reflects Executive Chef Andrew Stephen "Stan" Baxter's
enthusiasm for local ingredients. Island farmers grow specific varieties of
lettuce, herbs and other produce for him. Native lobster, conch and regionally
sourced fish and meats also play into Ismay'sCaribbean fusion creations.
Favorites include conch and cilantro fritters served with "Suzie's" spiced
mango mayonnaise, coffee-dusted pork tenderloin withGrenada-spiced tomato
chutney, and cane skewered swordfish with escoveitch.
A stunning, open-air restaurant surrounded by tropical gardens, Ismay's
overlooks Galley Bay Resort & Spa's lovely, long white sand beach. With its
romantic ambience, delicious cuisine and stunning views, Ismay's is quickly
taking its place as the top island locale for celebrating special occasions. A
new wedding gazebo, the resort's second, provides picture perfect vistas of
the inviting beach, azure sea and spectacular tropical sunsets. Planning a
wedding here is even more attractive as couples booking an all-inclusive
premium luxury category honeymoon stay of seven nights or more can receive a
complimentary,Caribbean destination wedding package regularly priced at $899.
Galley Bay Resort & Spa, an intimate adults-only hideaway, consistently
earns prestigious awards including top honors from Conde Nast Traveler and
TripAdvisor.com, and was recently certified green in accordance with
international standards. On June 12, 2008, Delta Airlines added nonstop
service toAntigua fromNew York, making the resort more convenient than ever
to reach. For reservations, call 800-345-0356 or visit www.galleybayresort.com
or www.eliteislands.com
SOURCE Elite Island Resorts
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