Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
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Loss of Virility & General Debility?
The answer to your problem might be
the famous Painkiller, which got its start
at the Soggy Dollar Bar and has gone on
to greater glory at all Pusser's outlets.
An Englishwoman, Daphne Henderson,
is said to have invented the drink in the
1980s, which is an orange-colored blend
of island rum, orange juice, pineapple
juice, cream of coconut, and a scraping
of nutmeg on top. Today the Painkiller is
probably the most popular drink among
sailors in the B.V.I.
Corsairs Beach Bar & Restaurant
TEX-MEX/CARIBBEAN Instead of the
usual catch of the day, this convivial beach bar offers zesty Tex-Mex dishes as well
as savory pizzas. You can order the island's heartiest breakfast here, hang out in the
bar all day, and still be around for a rib-sticking dinner after happy hour. Many
boaters anchor right on the beach and drop in here, and those who dare order
absinthe or “voodoo juice.”. Every Sunday and Tuesday night, the barbecue grill
sends the aroma of meat cooking into the night. Start with conch fritters in a goat-
cheese sauce, followed by seared tuna with a spicy mango-rum sauce or lobster
Thai style in a coconut-and-pumpkin sauce. Four pastas, including fettuccine
shrimp al pesto, are featured nightly.
Great Harbour.
&
284/495-9294.
www.corsairsbvi.com. Lunch from $15; dinner main courses $25-
$39. MC, V. Daily 8:30am-2pm and 6:30-9pm.
Foxy's Tamarind Bar
WEST INDIAN Arguably the most famous bar in the
B.V.I., this mecca for yachties and other boat people is built entirely around sixth-
generation Jost Van Dyke native Philicianno “Foxy” Callwood. He opened the place
in the late 1960s, and guests have been coming back ever since. A songwriter and
entertainer, Foxy is part of the draw. He creates impromptu calypso—almost in the
Jamaican tradition—around his guests. If you're singled out, he'll embarrass you, but
it's all in good fun. He also plays the guitar and takes a profound interest in preserving
the environment of his native island.
Thursday through Saturday nights, a live band entertains. On other evenings, it's
rock 'n' roll, reggae, or soca. The food and drink aren't neglected, either—try Foxy's
Painkiller Punch. During the day, flying-fish sandwiches, rotis (West Indian burritos),
and the usual burgers are served; evenings might bring freshly caught lobster, spicy
steamed shrimp, or even grilled fish, depending on the catch of the day. They also
have a big barbecue on the weekends.
Great Harbour.
&
284/495-9258.
www.foxysbar.com. Reservations recommended. Lunch $10-$15;
dinner $18-$35. AE, MC, V. Daily 9am-11pm.
One Love Bar and Grill
CARIBBEAN The oldest son of Foxy (see previous
recommendation) operates one of the most popular flotsam-and-jetsam bar and grills
on the island. Seddy Callwood and his wife, Raquel, have a loyal following of yachties
combined with come-and-go day-trippers from Tortola and St. Thomas. The house
policy of “No Shoes, No Shirt, No Problem” inspired Kenny Chesney's hit song of the
same title. After you've downed a Bushwhacker (or more than one), you can order
from a menu that includes the catch of the day, wraps, kabobs, and tangy ribs. One
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