THE SAN PEDRO SUN VISITOR GUIDE November 15, 2007
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THE SAN PEDRO SUN VISITOR GUIDE November 15, 2007 FREEFREE The Island Newspaper Ambergris Caye, Belize Vol. 17 #44 Central America Christos - Casual Greek Dining in San Pedro Reservations: 501-226-2012 Fax: 501-226-2338 Email: [email protected] The Airline of Belize www.tropicair.com November 15, 2007 Visitor Guide Page 1 Greetings to my visiting friends Where did you read your On behalf of the San Pedro Sun? people of San Pedro Town, I extend a warm Where did you take your San Pedro Sun & Visitor Guide? welcome to all visitors Take a photo of you and the paper and send it to us at: arriving to our shores. [email protected] I assure you that your trip to “La Isla Bonita” will be no ordinary va- cation. Our island is fa- mous for its rich cul- tural diversity, where Mestizos, Creole and Garinagu blend to form a unique encounter. While here, I encour- age you to explore the Caribbean Sea and find Belize’s abundant trea- sures. Hol Chan Marine Reserve many natural sanctuaries that are and Shark-Ray Alley are just two home to our country’s unique flora of the many spots where you can and fauna. enjoy our coral reef formation and Whether you are spending your abundant and breathtaking sea life. honeymoon at an exclusive resort San Pedro is also home to world- or looking for an adventurous, yet class fishing and scuba diving. romantic escape, San Pedro is For the more adventurous, “La surely the place to be. I invite you Isla Bonita” offers a wide array of to explore our home and see the water sports and for those looking many wonders it has to offer. to get a glimpse of the mystical We welcome you with open world of the Maya, these historical arms. Bienvenidos a San Pedro! ruins are just a short expedition away. You will also be able to dis- Elsa Paz, Mayor, cover Belize’s vast cave systems and San Pedro Town The San Pedro Sun is mailed everywhere. Publisher The San Pedro Sun Ltd. Often times, our images capture readers in far flung places such as Editor Ron Sniffin [email protected] Egypt, the Galapagos Islands, Paris and more. However, this week, Editor Tamara Sniffin [email protected] we bring to you an image of Jaritzy Manzares, a young Holy Cross student in San Pedro. As part of their education they have taken up Associate Editor Kainie Manuel [email protected] newspaper reading and involved it in many subjects in the curriculum. Staff Writer/ Mary Gonzalez [email protected] Thanks for choosing us, and keep up the good work! Graphic Design Photos taken in unique and unusual places are preferred. Staff Reporter Maria Novelo [email protected] Be sure to identify who is in the photo and where the Office Assistant Nathalie Manuel [email protected] photo was taken. Don’t forget to include your names and Mail The San Pedro Sun, what you were doing. P.O. Box 35, San Pedro Town SuDoku! Check out the answers on Page 8! Ambergris Caye, Belize Telephone 011-501-226-2070 US Telephone (307) 460-4114 Fax 011-501-226-2905 E-Mail [email protected] Internet/WEB www.sanpedrosun.net Main Office #63 Barrier Reef Drive, San Pedro Name Address City State Zip Country E-mail: Receive The San Pedro Sun & Visitor Guide weekly in your mailbox. 26 ISSUES (six months) US, Canada: $50 U.S. Domestic: $50 BZ. 52 ISSUES (one year) US, Canada: $90 U.S. Domestic: $90 BZ.(Other locations vary.) More foreign subscribers than any newspaper in Belize! Page 2 Visitor Guide November 15, 2007 Christos - Casual Greek dining on La Isla Bonita Located where Tastes of Thailand formerly experience when we converged upon Christo’s was, Christo’s now offers an authentic Greek restaurant, and in an ode to true Mediterra- dining experience for the discerning palate. nean dining, our night was fun, expansive and Christo Savvo of Cyprus, Greece, spent four full of laughter and sharing. Wine flowed freely, of his thirteen years honing his Greek culinary and conversation followed suit. It seemed we skills in a most unlikely place: Canada. were following standard Mediterranean dining While most of his cooking is self-taught, protocol, where “wine is not only a part of ev- Savvos drew on his Greek roots to improve ery meal, but a part of life!” Words could not upon favorites from his childhood, as well as ring truer for that evening, and we knew we from the classic Greek dishes that everyone were off to a good start! seems to love! For Christo, cooking has been a A fun and candid conversation with our wait- means for a living, and he now brings his culi- ress, Patricia, brought to light just how chance nary talents to the tourism Mecca of Belize, had a lot to play in Christo’s coming to San La Isla Bonita! Pedro. She was watching one of HGTV’s most For us, it was a true “it’s Greek to me!” popular shows, “House Hunters” and this par- Chef Christo welcomes one and all to his Mediterranean oasis in La Isla Bonita. Come enjoy casual Greek food! (Above) A sinful mix of pastry, cheeses, olive oil, and spices make for great appetizers. ticular episode was based on house bank was over, and she would much hunting in Ambergis Caye, Belize, rather spend her time at our island and for her, it was the ideal place paradise. She convinced her friends to move as well. She decided that of eight years, Leanne and Christo, her stint as a teller at a Canadian Continued on Page 4 November 15, 2007 Visitor Guide Page 3 Christos Continued from Page 3 to move with her as well! Being the good friends that they were, they house hunted a bit for themselves as well, and decided to take over the reins at an established restaurant spot, and incorporate Greek dining into the San Pedro community. Thus, Christo’s came to be, and we couldn’t have been happier. Having es- tablished itself as a unique dining spot, Christo’s offers a menu that beckons and teases. Meals sound strange and exotic, and choosing which dish better suits each Grape leaves were stuffed with minced pork, rice and a blend of herbs and spices creating a dish called Dolmathes. palate is an adventure in itself while the Sharing appetizers such as Saganaki, on the menu, and thus we weren’t order- accompanying wine heightens the expe- Manidaria Yemista, Kalamari and ing blindly! Plus, the smells emanating rience. A standard rule when dining out Spanakopita meant being able to share a from the kitchen were so heavenly, we is having fun, and making the most of the meal with unheard of names, amongst would have been quite happy to have our time spent together. Thus, we decide on the bravest of friends. Thankfully, brief orders decided for us. At the gentle a communal dining experience. descriptions of each item were available Continued on Page 7 Page 4 Visitor Guide November 15, 2007 November 15, 2007 Visitor Guide Page 5 Thanksgiving Menu Roasted Herb Turkey with Seafood Stuffing Whole Broiled Island Snapper Prime Rib Roasted Garlic Potatoes Herbed Oyster Dressing Coconut Rice Pilaf Caesar Salad Feta Garden Tossed Salad Chef’s Blend Vegetables Fried Plantains Fresh Baked Rolls and Bread Dessert Assortment ($30US per person, $15US twelve and under) Located at Journey’s End Resort, North Ambergris Caye, Luna features Palm Tree Cuisine, a fusion of Central American and Caribbean specialties. Daily specials are prepared by our award winning chef: Calbert Santiago, Taste of Belize, Chef of the Year 2007 At Journey’s End Resort Reservations: 226-2173 Page 6 Visitor Guide November 15, 2007 Christos Continued from Page 4 Serving San Pedro since 1980! 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