XQs

Attention, beef lovers and wine connoisseurs! January 17th will be special evening at XQ’s: there will be a 5 course Certified Angus Beef Wine Dinner, in conjunction with Jacques Scott Wines and Spirits.  Guest Chef Scott Popovic of the Certified Angus Beef Brand and XQ’s Head Chef Andreas Schoenbauer will be whipping up a fabulous meal. Aaron Jay from Palm Bay International Wine Education will be on hand to discuss the wine selections.

Check out the fabulous menu:

Col’ d’ Orcia Rosso Monacino 2005

Consomme Double/Liver Dumplings, Root Vegetables

Braised Short Ribs, Mini Calzone, Shitake Mushrooms, mizuna

Verrazano Sassello Chianti Classico 1999

Chateaubriand/Split Roast with corn spoon bread, pea tendrils and smoked quince demi glace

La Stanze Poliziano Super Tuscan 2005

White Valhrona Chocolate Panna Cotta/Fresh Berries and Chocolate sauce

Bristot Cappuccino

The cost is CI $65.00 per person plus gratuities. Call 345-947-9770 or email info@xqs.ky. It’s going to be a night of culinary excellence at XQ’s; don’t miss it!

If you head over there any other night, don’t miss the amazing pizzas, made with the freshest of ingredients, and baked in the massive wood-fired oven. You have to taste the pizzas to believe how good they are. The fresh, hand-tossed crust is worth blowing your low carb diet for! Pop in after work one night for the fun vibe and the terrific, fresh food. On West Bay Road.

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Are you a last minute Christmas shopper? I’ve got just the place for you to pick up that perfect stocking stuffer, baby gift, or unique home decor item: “Polished!” The good news is December 23rd and 24th, there is a 50% off sale on the following items:

All children’s holiday outfits and holiday ornaments
All fleece throws, pillows, chenille baby blankets, kissy kissy blankets
All fashion jewelry : includes bracelets, rings, necklace sets, etc

*while supplies last
*does not include  Aden & Anais items 

I was there twice in the past week, and the prices are fantastic-even when there isn’t a sale! The selection is very unique, and fun. Get there today. Gals: you can also book your pedicure or manicure for New Years Eve (or anytime), because Polished is a boutique, and also a rockin’ nail salon.

Polished Nail Salon & Gift Boutique
Unit 24 Galleria Plaza, 638 West Bay Road
Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands
345-949-NAIL (6245)
Monday to Saturday 10a-5:30p. Tuesdays 10a-7p
polished@candw.ky

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Ginger Lily Yogurt

Are you on the hunt for a great-tasting healthy treat? Head on over to “Ginger Lily” at Camana Bay, for an absolutely delightful taste sensation. Ginger Lily features healthy frozen yogurt, with options that are very new for Cayman: don’t miss the “Natural Tart”  flavor (high protein Greek yogurt), Soya (dairy free) or Sorbet (also dairy free.)  There are the daily flavors: French Vanilla, Dutch Chocolate, Mocha, and a Sorbet flavor. On a seasonal basis, they have flavors like banana, guava, pumpkin, green tea, mango, blueberry, raspberry, passion fruit, cranberry and many others. (I will be pounding on the door when mango season begins to get a taste of the fresh mango frozen yogurt!)

The Natural Tart flavor is simply AMAZING, all alone. All the frozen yogurt is tasty enough to eat plain. Feel free to add in a simple fruit fruit topping, or other healthy toppings, like granola, agave nectar, nuts, or cereal , or you can splurge with the homemade brownie topping, or Oreos.  They also have traditional treats like sundaes, banana splits, Hurricanes (frozen yogurt blended with toppings), Lily Shakes, and milk shakes. The Lily Shakes are made with fresh juices and up to 4 fresh fruits blended together. They also have cookies, and fruit cups, which are wonderful topped with the frozen yogurt of your choice.

They open early. Here is my absolute favorite menu item: terrific old fashioned oatmeal. Why? Because oatmeal tastes delicious served with tart frozen yogurt, and fresh fruit, drizzled with a bit of agave nectar. TRY IT.

There is something for everyone at Ginger Lily! See you there…

Ginger Lily: Camana Bay   

Open Monday-Thursday 8:00 AM-9:30 PM   Friday 8:00AM-11:00PM    Sunday 10:00 AM-9:30PM

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Little Black Dress

Funky Monkey, one of my favorite stores for unexpectedly cool clothes and accessories for women and men, is packed with new merchandise! If you are like me, you will stop in to buy gifts, and end up picking up stocking stuffers, as well as that perfect Little Black Dress for the office Holiday party. In addition to many hot LBDs (think short with a little bling) they also have Little Red Dresses, and many other perfect dresses for the holiday party circuit. They also have the sexiest jeans: LA Idol. The  jeans only look super expensive: they fit perfectly, starting at only CI $69.00! Pair them with heels, a Funky Monkey flowy top, and some of their super cute and very unusual accessories. You’ll be all set for the Monday-Thursday holiday parties that require sexy-but-casual attire. Needless to say, the trademark amazing swimsuits are here: for boating, house parties, and beach parties, where a truly beautiful suit is necessary. (With Facebook, don’t get caught with a tired old bikini if you live or relax in Cayman! Great looking beachwear should be a standard part of every Caribbean girl’s wardrobe.)

Gents: Funky Monkey has great looking shirts for the holiday season, but get there soon: they are selling like hotcakes. Pick yours up now! The really big fashion news for men is SAXX Underwear Co. The design is revolutionary, the fit is amazing. Funky Monkey owner Jodi Hunter says men are throwing out all their existing underwear and buying only SAXX, after buying their first pair.

Stocking stuffer ideas: JAZZD-a manufacturer of handbags, wallets, coin purses, and make-up bags.

Pop in soon! Funky Monkey is a fun, energizing place to shop. Jodi and her friendly staff will get you looking great for the holidays.

Funky Monkey
Governors Square

Telephone:    (345)-943-8659 

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Are you looking for a way to enjoy a delicious, traditional Thanksgiving meal without the all the hassle? November weather in Cayman is dreamy! Holidays should be enjoyed outdoors, strolling on the beach, playing golf, or doing anything except basting a turkey for hours, and then cleaning up after a huge meal. The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman has the perfect solution for your friends and family: a phenomenal, classic, Thanksgiving Day meal, complete with all “the fixins”, prepared by their expert chefs, to be enjoyed in the comfort of your own home. All you do is heat and serve! No grocery shopping, no messy pans, or baking pies-they have it all covered! Just chill the wine, set the table, and relax. Here’s what’s on the menu this year:

Salad: (Choose one) Baby Greens Bouquet, Roasted Green and White Asparagus, Tarragon Vinaigrette or Baby Arugula, Goat Cheese Quenelle, Roasted Peppers, Balsamic Citrus Reduction

Soup: Caribbean-Spiced Roasted Hubbard Squash

Carving: Slow-Roasted Tom Turkey, Sage Giblet Gravy, Cranberry Ginger Chutney, Plantain-Chorizo-Cornbread Stuffing, Golden Mashed Potatoes with Leek and Sour Cream, Tri-Coloured Cauliflower, Roasted Calabaza with Rum and Brown Sugar

Dessert: (Choose One) Traditional Pumpkin Pie or French Apple

This menu serves up to 6 guests generously. The cost is CI $290.00 plus 20% gratuity. When the cost is averaged out per-person, taking into consideration the wide variety of menu items, this is good value. Reserve early; the deadline for placing your order is Monday, November 21st. Thanksgiving orders can be picked up 10AM to 4PM on Thursday, November 24th, or for an additional CI $30.00, you can get your order delivered. Please call 815-6043 to place your order.

 If you see me strolling on the beach, at sunset, you can bet I did the smart thing, and counted on the The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman for our Thanksgiving dinner!

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Listen up ladies: have you heard of “Muscle Confusion’? The idea is to keep changing up your fitness routine, and keep your body-and muscles-constantly challenged. The hot place to go in Cayman for keeping fit, and never getting bored, is Rogue Gym. It’s new, and it’s HOT! The mantra at Rogue is: “Routine is the enemy!”  They have it all : from calisthenics to kettle bells, barbells & medicine balls, athletic training, agility training, coordination drills, metabolic conditioning, yoga-based dynamic flexibility drills, basic gymnastic skills, Olympic lifting, traditional boot camp exercises & team building skills, coupled with high impact, functional movements performed at high intensity while under supervised military style coaching.

ARE YOU FIRED UP YET??

Those strappy little holiday dresses are right around the corner, ladies..and hey, guys, how are y’all planning on keeping the pounds off with all those yummy black cakes, fattening egg nogs, and office parties coming up? Rogue Gym has affordable packages that cost less than keeping your SUV filled up each month. Just do it!

Phone 324-1800 (Lachie) , email  roguecayman@gmail.com or visit www.roguegym.com.

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Weather in the Cayman Islands is fabulous for holiday travelers, but the heat and humidity can be tough on those of us who live and work here. Nailing down a smooth and polished look for your hair can be especially challenging! Even gals with just a hint of curl will find themselves with annoying frizz, here in the tropics. Loading up on tons of heavy products or beating on your poor locks with hot irons or blow dryers won’t work in the long run, either. There is a solution that will give you runway-perfect hair, every day, and with mimimal fuss: Global Keratin Treatment. It’s a salon treatment, available only at The Salon, on West Bay Road. Ask for Joe Cowin. Joe’s a world-class expert in color, cut, highlights, and fashion colors, and she also specializes in the keratin smoothing treatment. She’s been doing hair for 21 years, with recent specialized training in Europe.

The keratin treatment takes a few hours, but it’s SO worth it. It lasts about 3-4 months.  You’ll be left with the most amazing, shiny, smooth, gorgeous hair you can imagine. (Check out the “before and after” pics of Joe’s recent Keratin client!) The only danger with the Global Keratin Treatment is that once you’ve had it, you’ll be so hooked, you’ll never want to be without it again. The cost for the treatment starts at CI $275.00, depending on the length and thickness of your hair, and this includes Global Keratin shampoo and conditioner to take home.  It’s totally worth it, when you factor in the money saved on styling products, and the time you’ll save on blow drying. It’s also so much better for your hair, since it cuts down on how much heat your hair is exposed to each day.

Even if you don’t get the Global Keratin, schedule an appointment with Joe for the most amazing color or cut you can possibly imagine. Getting married soon? She’s got the hottest wedding looks for you and your wedding party.

Joe is responsible for some of the most glamorous hairstyles in Cayman. Join the elite club of “Joe’s Girls”, and start looking as fabulous as you possibly can. Joe: 345-943-4247

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Enjoy an evening of family, music and community by attending “Voices for Hospice” on Saturday, October 8th, at 7PM at the Arts and Recreation Centre at Camana Bay. There will be live entertainment from The Cayman National Orchestra and The Cayman National Choir, as well as very special performances from two soloists: International UK Singing Star Lisa Carlisle and Butterfield Young Musician of the Year Isabella Rooney.

Tickets are only $10.00 for adults, and $5.00 for children under 12. Wine and light snacks will be available. Tickets can be purchased at Books and Books, Al La Kebab, and at the Cayman Hospice Care office, at Conch Shell House (across from CUC).

Voices for Hospice 2011 is part of “World Hospice and Palliative Care Day”; a world-wide campaign described as a “Mexican Wave” of simultaneous concerts around the globe, on the same day, once every two years. Involving up to a million people each time, the fundraising concerts raise awareness and encourage new volunteers for each unit involved.

Cayman Hospice Care is a non-profit organization that provides Specialist Palliative Nursing Care, free of charge,to any person living with terminal illness in the Cayman Islands. Please visit www.caymanhospicecare.ky

 Be a part of something big, and help your local commmunity, by attending the“Voices for Hospice” concert.

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Jane Iredale Cosmetics

How about a beauty happy hour tonight? Join the team at Beyond Basics tonight, Friday, September 23rd, from 4-7PM, for the exclusive “Red Carpet Ready” event. Experience the  cosmetic and beauty trends that will be dominating the runways this Fall Fashion Season.

There’s food and drink, music by DJ Neko, 20% savings on all Jane Iredale purchases over $100.00, gift with purchase (while supplies last), and a raffle for Cayman Airways tickets, and a Jane Iredale Gift basket.

Don’t miss the Jane Iredale Mini Workshop and Demo! Bring a friend, have a nibble, and learn how to be just a little more glam than you already are.

Beyond Basics   7  Smith Road Plaza   Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands   345-2737

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My Mom and I are known in our family as marathon “phone chatters”. We call back and forth daily, gabbing about what’s on HGTV, what’s for dinner, the latest New York Times article, or whatever! I treasure the long distance relationship, but not the high cost of keeping in touch, especially for my US family.  International friends and family have always complained about the high cost of calling us here in the Cayman Islands.

The sky-high phone bills and the communications issues are now a distant memory, since Logic introduced “Chatterbox!” It’s the new phone service that gives you UNLIMITED international calling, for one low monthly charge! All you need is a high speed Internet connection.  Visit www.logic.ky/chatterbox to choose a rockin’ rate plan that suits you. There is no waiting for a technician to install your service either; it’s super easy to install. If I can install it in 5 minutes, anyone can!

Chatterbox is the perfect solution for small businesses, too. Great handsets, & unbeatable rates !  Don’t forget to get your Chatterbox International Numbers, to make it easy & affordable for your global clients to stay in touch with you. 

I’m all set up for chatting as often as I like now. I even take “Mr. Chatty” with me when I travel internationally, since it’s a snap to set up, as long as I have access to a high speed Internet connection. My Global rate plan travels with me. Instead of getting socked with crazy roaming costs, I can call back to Cayman from anywhere in the world for just 2.5 cents per minute!

Whats holding you back? Get chatting too! www.logic.ky/chatterbox 

Logic

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