“We even have a saying right here,” explains Cristian Coro. “It is called ‘CaymanKind’ which is how we describe the tradition in a nutshell. It’s all the time very pleasant and so useful.”
Coro would know. Because the Meals & Beverage Supervisor on the The Westin Grand Cayman Seven Mile Seashore Resort & Spa, the native Italian has been dwelling on the breezy Caribbean island for the previous 17 years. Taking in its idyllic sights, it isn’t onerous to see why he caught round.
Positioned due south of Florida (an hour and a half flight from Miami, to be precise), the sunny oasis is fueled by influences the world over. “We’re thought of the culinary capital of the Caribbean as a consequence of a melting pot of cultures residing on the island which is made up of fifty% expats,” explains Coro. “Resulting from this, delicacies from many international locations is out there at any given time, and all are cooked to perfection.”
Coro makes use of these influences to their full impact. “In the meanwhile we’ve got 17 bartenders alone from completely different international locations together with France, Greece, the Philippines, Italy, Australia, Mexico, Peru, Guatemala, and The Netherlands,” he explains.
“This permits us to implement unimaginable cocktail menus throughout our 4 bars, time and time once more as a result of our associates take the expertise and their distinctive cultural backgrounds from their residence international locations.”
Flanked by the ocean, the property the place Coro works his magic encompasses a pristine seashore, epic swimming pools, and serene spa, the drink and meals scene features a bevy of operations together with Ferdinands (with its famed barbeque-focused brunches) to Seashore Home (which boasts seafood and views of the ocean itself). As well as, there’s the Asian fusion restaurant wot, foyer bar Catboat, and out of doors gathering level Tortuga’s, the latter borrowing its identify from the island’s iconic turtles. And, sure, one of many swimming pools boasts a swim-up bar as effectively.
In the case of their numerous menus, the beverage workforce throws what they name “assume tank” classes.
“We experiment and derive particular cocktails and drinks utilizing their various information to supply distinctive, world-infused cocktails, all with a Caribbean and Cayman Islands twist.”
It’s in all probability no shock that one of the vital well-known tropical cocktails, the Mudslide (made with vodka, espresso liqueur, Irish cream, and heavy cream) has its roots right here on Grand Cayman Island. “It originated at Rum Level,” says Coro of the tropical neighborhood, which sits on the northern tip of the island.
Nevertheless, right here on the Westin, he factors to the Moustache as one of the vital fashionable libations for company and locals. “It is vital for us to showcase these drinks originating from Cayman as a number of our company wish to expertise all that there’s to find out about this little slice of paradise amongst serene Caribbean Sea views within the blissful sunshine and dwell music enjoying.
Make your personal Moustache at residence utilizing Coro’s recipe under.
Moustache
Substances
- 1 ½ oz. Gray Goose Vodka
- 1 ozPineapple Juice
- ½ oz. St. Germain
- Mint
- Lemon
Preparation
- Mix the vodka, Pineapple juice and St. Germain in a shaker with ice.
- Double pressure out right into a coupe glass.
- Prime with a mint sprig and a splash of Lemon.
- Serve!
