THE 007-BERMUDA CONNECTION

THE NEW INTREPID RESTAURANT AT THE HAMILTON PRINCESS IS A VENUE FIT FOR THE REFINED TASTES OF 007 HIMSELF, AND THE RESTAURANT’S NAME IS A NOD TO THE REAL-LIFE INSPIRATION FOR THE DEBONAIR BRITISH INTELLIGENCE AGENT.

 INTREPID, WHICH BORROWS ITS MONIKER FROM SIR WILLIAM STEPHENSON’S BRITISH INTELLIGENCE CODE NAME, EMBODIES THE STYLE, GRACE, AND SOPHISTICATION OF HIS PROTÉGÉ’S FICTIONAL CREATION.

SIR WILLIAM STEPHENSON, a British intelligence agent who established Camp X, a training school to prepare covert agents for clandestine operations, is widely believed to be the inspiration for the James Bond character created by Ian Fleming — who himself is believed to have trained at Camp X. Stephenson went on to head the Allied Forces’ Atlantic censorship station based out of the Hamilton Princess during World War II. He took up residence in Bermuda after WWII, and eventually passed away at his home in Tucker’s Town, called Goldeneye Estate.

Hamilton Princess’ Intrepid, which borrows its moniker from Stephenson’s British intelligence code name, embodies the style, grace, and sophistication of his protégé’s fictional creation. Exclusively serving dinner, Intrepid is an upscale steak, seafood, and raw bar restaurant spearheaded by the Hamilton Princess’ new Executive Chef de Cuisine, Antwan Ellis.

Intrepid is situated in the hotel’s Gazebo Wing, offering a refined steakhouse atmosphere with panoramic harbour views and stylish floor-to-ceiling art deco décor. The new menu’s focus is on steak, including expertly dry aged prime cuts. Seafood fans will also find something to love amongst Intrepid’s temaki sushi station and raw bar, which specialises in oysters, caviar, and freshly caught local fish.

Menu highlights include Lump Crab Cake with Cajun

Remoulade; the Intrepid Maki Roll with lobster, shrimp tempura, and lemon butter; Oysters Rockfeller; and, to finish, the Goldeneye Baked Apple Galette. End your night in James Bond fashion with an Intrepid Martini made with Absolut Elyx Vodka, lemon peppercorn Lillet, and Castelvetrano olive served — how else? — Shaken, not stirred.

Waitstaff at Intrepid deliver service that’s on par with the high level of service travellers have come to know and love at the Hamilton Princess. Attention to detail and a personalised experience for each diner make for an elegant, unforgettable evening. Dinner at Intrepid is sure to be a stand-out experience from start to finish, amongst the top highlights of your time in Bermuda.

Continued from page 2 dictated by tradition, this dish is generally served only on Sunday at island restaurants, so be sure to set aside your Sunday morning for this Bermudian breakfast tradition. Sample it yourself at White Horse Pub & Restaurant, Pink Beach at The Loren, or Munchies by the Sea, a kid- and pet-friendly venue at the water’s edge in St. George’s.

If you want to go all out, book a table at Fourways Inn for their extravagant, award-winning Sunday brunch. Set in an 18th-century traditional Bermuda building with limestone walls, arches, cedar beams, and surrounding lush gardens, brunch at Fourways is not merely a culinary experience but also a journey back in time.

 THE ISLAND’S HISTORY, ITS STATUS AS A BRITISH OVERSEAS TERRITORY, AND ITS GEOGRAPHIC LOCATION ALL COMBINE TO BRING YOU A UNIQUE STYLE OF CUISINE YOU WON’T FIND ANYWHERE ELSE IN THE WORLD.

Fresh Catch

Bermuda’s crystal-blue waters are home to some of the freshest ingredients around. If you’re here from September through March, when the spiny lobster can be harvested, be sure to give this crustacean a try. This species doesn’t have claws, unlike its Maine counterpart; but there’s plenty of meaty goodness in the tail.

Find superb seafood dishes at Aurora at Newstead Belmont Hills Golf Resort & Spa, a seaside venue with lovely ocean views, or Lost in the Triangle, a casual local eatery that promises to take your taste buds on a culinary adventure.

Global Cuisine

Bermuda might be microscopic on the world map, but its international food offerings are surprisingly well varied. From Europe to the Far East, culinary traditions from around the globe have found their way to this tiny island. Sushi, Indian food, Italian and Mediterranean cuisine, and even Japanese food make up some of the international options here.

Welcome to Bermuda’s premier bar and grill restaurant located in the scenic beauty of the Belmont Hills Golf Course with spectacular views overlooking the Great Sound and Hamilton Harbour. Blû’s cuisine is bold American with generous Italian and Asian influences as well as a delightful sushi menu.

House of India’s menu is extensive and authentic, featuring some of the most popular gastronomic delights from the many diverse regional styles of India. L’Oriental on Bermudiana Road offers guests the combined tastes and delicacies of the Far East from dishes prepared by their Master Teppanyaki Chef to immaculately prepared sushi by their Master Sushi Chef. You’ll also find Asian cuisine at Wong’s Golden Dragon, offering high-quality Chinese takeout food in the Town of St. George.

For Italian eats, check out La Trattoria in the heart of Hamilton with the island’s only wood-burning pizza oven as a centrepiece. La Trattoria is recognised as the best in Bermuda for its hearty Italian food and warm, kid-friendly environment, all at an extraordinary value. Another

Italian option, Little Venice, has been a mainstay for nearly 50 decades, offering unparalleled hospitality, authentic cuisine, and an award-winning wine list.

Speciality Inn has perhaps the widest array of international fare, with Bermudian dishes, Italian pizzas, and Japanese sushi on the menu. Ribs, steaks, burgers, and salads are also on offer, ensuring everyone will find something good to eat.

Resort Dining

Bermuda’s resorts are known for gracious hospitality, and many serve up that same hospitality at their on-site restaurants, open to their guests and the general public. Enjoy an elegant evening in a setting to match at one of Bermuda’s fine resort restaurants.

At the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club, Intrepid Steak, Seafood & Raw Bar expertly prepares dry aged prime cuts with mouth-watering results.

There are two can’t-miss venues at The St. Regis Bermuda Resort. BLT Steak NY serves up fine cuts of beef and an upscale cocktail menu in a contemporary setting complete with ocean views. Also, a standout at this resort is Lina, named for St. Regis founder John Jacob Astor IV’s mother, Caroline Astor. Breakfast and lunch are served at Lina, where the menu is light and fresh and incorporates local ingredients prepared with a Latin twist.

If you’re looking for another allday dining option, Coco Reef Resort’s Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner with international menu items infused with Bermudian flair.

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