Peter M
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So as I was staying on Villa Beach, it was another wonderful warm evening and time to decide, where to go for dinner. My extensive homework was fed into my mental compass and it directed me to Paradise Hotel. It was Friday night and they have a feature called, “Grilling with the Captain”. This prompted me to communicate with them for a reservation. Getting there was easy, about a five minute walk on the boardwalk from my hotel, with the last bit on beach sand. When I arrived, you walk in directly to the restaurant area. The grilling aromas, mixed with that of the sea breeze, mixed with the music, the laughter and chatter of people was intoxicating.
I got seated, had a beverage and got instantly disappointed. Why you may ask? It was because they sent me a picture of the grill menu, that contained lobster. It was the sole driving force for me to visit this restaurant. They said they did not have lobster today. The first thought that came to my mind was, is this a, Bait and Switch?
Anyway, I opted for the fish which after inquiry, was told that it was mahi-mahi. I requested to speak with the grill master and it was not easy. The waitress had to get permission. even to take pictures I had to get permission. I made it clear that the fish should not be dry. It had to be moist and I did not mind if it was slightly raw. What came to my plate was a small portion, but a deliciously prepared concoction of grilled mahi mahi. It was moist. It was flavorful, with a complex garlic butter sauce. It was unique. Then you walk over to the table spread where service will give you the sides: parsley rice, superbly done, grilled vegetables, mainly fresh carrots and zucchini sliced at a long bias, not overdone, nice and crisp. Also spinach cakes, which were dry. In the sides department, the pièce de resistance was the vegan shepherd’s pie. The top potato covering was soft and creamy yet held its place with intense potato flavor. I have to say I don’t think I’ve had anything like this before. Then there was olive salad and tossed salad. Also few dessert offerings. Nothing to write home about. For the entertainment, there was a one man band that serenaded us right through the whole evening. It was a captivating and memorable dinner at the Paradise hotel, on Villa Beach in Saint Vincent.