TOP 10 food travel destinations
Aruba
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elebrated as one of the most
revisited destinations in the
Caribbean, Aruba — One
happy island – offers visitors an unparalleled experience, where pristine
turquoise waters collide against the
desert-like terrain of the north shore;
where peace and relaxation coexist
with wild and rugged adventures;
where Dutch influence meets American ease; and where a diverse history
parallels a bright future.
White Modern Cuisine restaurant
50 FOOD TRAVELER | SUMMER 2013
Home to more than 90 nationalities
on island, Aruba is at the epicenter
of a cultural melting pot, offering
Ameridian, Latin and European influences found in every aspect of life
– especially in the flavor-rich cuisine
served at more than 150 restaurants.
Formerly part of the Netherlands,
Aruba retains its heavy Dutch influence and pleases visitors with its
authentic and diverse selection of
cheeses — including the mild, slightly
salty and nutty Edam to the cuminspiced and Gouda-like Leyden. Gouda
cheese is a signature ingredient in
island cuisine, from famous local
dishes, s Ս