vieques puerto rico

sitting poolside sippin a cold frosty beer watching the waves roll in

yes there is surf in Vieques....

bravos de boston couldn't be a finer place to unwind. stop in town early morning for some fresh pasties and possibly a cerveza if you are so incline. not sure of the name of the joint but just go to the center of Isabella and look for the lazy days of Cuba when sittin on the stoop chillin was a perfect way to enjoy a sunny day. Don't ask for anything fancy just straight up is how they poor it here and at our other favorite watering hole, El Sombrero. 

Don't let the drunken chatter fool you, the wine selection in the back temperature controlled room is nothing close to shabby. The prices on the Don Piedro can;'t be beet. try the two star it's lighter...

If you are hankerin for some Labrador ribs head to the Blue Crab and your whole experience will bring you back to Normandy.

If you want to try something off the beaten path even for Vieques head over the Barefoot Bestro and have Nicole whip up whatever comes in that day....

Now for my favorite part. Pack some caronas in the cooler and bring a couple strawberries ( the crabs are fascinated by them) and head to garcia gate for some of the most beautimous sandy coves you will ever set your eyes on. Stop at Blackbeards snorkel shop and pick up gear and a guide to the beaches and explore......

Get Abe on the horn and take the trip to Bio Bay. His humour and knowledge with take you to another place. Just don't forget the eco friendly bug repellent ( eucaliptus and baby oil seems to do the trick)

If you want to surf go to the North and drive to the Viques Humaine Society, make a donation the head to the beach by the horse track. if you need to rent a board, Playa Valatos in Isabellas rents boards and the guy is super nice.

If you can swing renting the the Bravos Boys - just do it.....

Off season is definately quieter but private beaches and discounted rates will leave you whipping up your own little cucina in a beautiflly appointed kitchen . Just finishes a garlic, onion, tomato and gouda frittata layered with the mofongo from last nights doggie bag. Sittin on the patio looking at a rainbow over the horizon sipping some wonderful caribbean coffee while wondering if we have the energy to do much more than this.

stuffed and smilin

pickles.....