NEWS
Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones eat at Blue Water Grill in Belize
http://www.facebook.com/bluewatergrillWant to know what Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones ate for lunch? You'll have to come by and ask their server, Caren.
The Phoenix named Best Resort in the World by TripAdvisor
http://www.tripadvisor.com/TravelersChoice-Hotels-cTop25-g1The Phoenix Resort was named the #1 hotel in the world by TripAdvisor. Congratulations to the entire team at our sister resort, The Phoenix! We are so proud!
BWG 10th Anniversary Party Named Best Party of 2011
http://www.sanpedroscoop.com/2011/11/san-pedros-best-party-of-year.htmlSocialite and influential blogger, San Pedro Scoop has declared the Blue Water Grill 10th Anniversary Party as THE party of 2011. Missed it? You can see a video recap here: http://www.youtube.com/belizefood
Announcing High School Scholarship Program
http://www.youtube.com/belizefoodBlue Water Grill, The Phoenix Resort, Paradise Management, Caliente, Red Ginger, and Wine de Vine launch a High School Scholarship program. See the video for details. Special thanks to Chris Moguel for his artistic contribution.
2nd Annual Fan Drive to Benefit Liberty Children’s Home in Belize
http://www.facebook.com/bluewatergrillOur 2nd annual Facebook Fan Drive to Benefit the Liberty Children's Home is underway. We will donate $1 for every fan of our family of businesses - The Phoenix, Wine de Vine, Caliente, Red Ginger, and Blue Water Grill - as of noon on Christmas Eve. A bonus this year: if we get to 6,000 fans, we'll double the donation and contribute $2 for every fan.
Blue Water Grill and Red Ginger Desserts Selected as Best in San Pedro
http://www.ambergristoday.com/content/editorial-blog/2011/november/09/top-5-island-desserts-san-pedro-belizeThe Key Lime Pie from Blue Water Grill was selected as the Best Dessert in San Pedro by Ambergris Today. And the Apple Cheesecake at Red Ginger was #3. Eating dessert first, why not? That's the only way to make sure you have enough room for our sweet treats.
Caliente’s Bartender *Enrique Luna* and Cocktail *Panty Ripper* Featured in Ambergris Today
http://www.ambergristoday.com/content/dorians-angels/2011/november/09/panty-ripper-angelsThe Angels from Ambergris Today put together a great article on a local, Belizean cocktail called the "Panty Ripper." Enrique Luna, of Caliente and Red Ginger fame, was consulted for the story. Click on the link above to see the full story.
Group steps up to Blue Water Grill’s Cocktail Challenge and tries all 10 new cocktails
http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10150367844602530&set=o.41414244452&type=1&theaterOn Monday, November 7, 2011, a group of 4 women and 1 man successfully completed the Blue Water Grill Cocktail Challenge. Stephanie Wong, Nicole Annarino, Piper Sheffield, Kym Carey, and Big Mike tried all 10 new cocktails on the Blue Water Grill Drink Menu. They won a host of prizes, in addition to hugs and high-fives. We congratulate these outstanding individuals for their dediction to our cocktails.
Blue Water Grill Hosts 10th Anniversary Party and releases music video tribute
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EL91L0_g2dA
Blue Water Grill turned 10 on November 1, 2011 and we hosted a big party. More importantly, we gave out Stunner Shades. Turn up the volume.
Thanks to Ambergris Today, Parker, Steve Mash, and Lil' Kym for the pictures.
Caribbean Travel & Leisure Names Blue Water Grill “Best Ceviche”
http://caribbeantl.com/conch-crazy-in-belizeCaribbean Travel and Leisure named Blue Water Grill's Conch and Shrimp Ceviche the best in Belize. We're flattered, of course, particularly to be mentioned amongst some great local restaurants and chefs. Click on the link above to see the article.
Blue Water Grill Announces Contest to Name New Salad
http://www.youtube.com/belizefoodWe have a new salad. Only problem: the salad needs a name. See the short movie we created for details about the salad and the contest. Submit your ideas on our facebook page. Deadline 10/19. Good luck!
Blue Water Grill and Red Ginger chefs complete Culinary Institute of America Training
http://www.ciaprochef.com/prochef/levels.htmlSandra Meggs, chef at Blue Water Grill, and Joselito Torres, chef at Red Ginger, both completed their Culinary Institute of America Pro Chef Level I and II training. The training was offered here in Belize through the Organization of American States and the Belize Tourism Board.
Blue Water Grill now offering Free Wifi
http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150391608454453.379709.41414244452&type=1We're offering free wifi. We know, we know, so 2008. But we're still excited. Nothing like facebook stalking while sipping a pina colada on our beachfront deck. Don't forget to check into Four Square or follow us on Twitter @belizefood while you're at it.
Lifeline Foundation hosting Fundraising Dinner
The Lifeline Foundation is hosting its annual fundraising dinner on November 4th in Belize City. This year's event is called "A night in Istanbul". Kelly is a Director of Lifeline Foundation. Please email her at the Blue Water Grill for more information or to buy tickets. Proceeds go towards primary schools in Belize.
The Phoenix Resort builds & installs new sign for San Pedro Clinic
http://www.sanpedrosun.com/community-and-society/2011/09/27/dr-otto-rodriguez-polyclinic-iis-new-sign-is-up/Our woodshop at The Phoenix created and installed the lettering for the new polyclinic sign, ahead of the grand re-opening ceremony on October 7th.
Blue Water Grill, Caliente, & Red Ginger Donate to San Pedro RC School
http://www.sanpedrosun.com/education/2011/09/08/community-works-together-to-improve-two-local-schools/Kelly attended RC School way back in the day. So we were excited to have the opportunity to help Principal Kay redecorate the classrooms. You can see the San Pedro Sun article at the link above. You can read the Press Release here. And you can see pictures on our Facebook page here.
The Phoenix Resort featured in The Miami Herald
http://www.miamiherald.com/2011/07/17/2311122/quick-trips-life-slows-down-on.html#storylink=misearchThe Phoenix Resort was featured in The Miami Herald on Sunday, July 17, 2011. Check it out.
BWG supports summer reading camp for San Pedro kids
http://goo.gl/ngWc6Blue Water Grill sponsored a summer reading camp for youth in San Pedro. Thanks to the Ministry of Education for organizing the camp. As always, we're thrilled to have the opportunity to support our community.
BWG salutes Coral Reef Ed-ventures Summer Camp in San Pedro put on by Smith College students
http://goo.gl/auALkEvery summer for the past 12 years, students from Smith College put on Coral Reef Ed-ventures - a summer camp in San Pedro for local youth. This year, over 100 kids in San Pedro participated. We send a huge thank you to the professors and students from Smith who work hard to put on the camp and do so much for our kids and our community. Looking forward to seeing them back here in 2012. Photo courtesy: San Pedro Sun
The Phoenix Resort Featured on Today Show
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=osP9GFT2P44The Today Show featured our friends at The Phoenix Resort as part of its fan of the week on July 4, 2011. Watch the clip to see Kathie Lee and Hoda chat about it.
Blue Water Grill, Caliente, and Red Ginger surpass $30K in donations to Liberty House
http://www.facebook.com/bluewatergrill?sk=photos
In 18 months, we've matched 100% of customer donations & contributed over $30K to Liberty House. Food with a soul...that's how we roll.
Red Ginger hosts B.Bonnie Designs Fashion Show
http://www.sanpedrosun.com/entertainment/2011/06/29/b-bonnie-fashion-show/Yvonne Bradley's clothing creations captivate crowd and raise $1,500 for Liberty House. You can see video here.
Caliente, Red Ginger, Blue Water Grill win Best Drink at LobsterFest 2011
Enrique Luna serves Chocolate Lobster Colada at Lobster Fest 2011 - wins Best Drink!
The Phoenix Resort is a Platinum sponsor of 2011 Tres Pescado Slam Tournament
http://sanpedrosun.blogspot.com/2011/06/2011-tres-pescados-slam-tournament.htmlTres Pescado Slam is the only grand slam fly fishing tournament in Belize. And The Phoenix Resort is proud to be a platinum sponsor. July 28-30, 2011
BWG named 1 of 3 Finalists for Restaurant of the Year
http://www.ambergristoday.com/content/stories/2011/june/09/san-pedro-receives-top-honors-tourism-awardsAfter winning Restaurant of the Year in 2010, BWG was named 1 of 3 finalists for the award again in 2011.
Blue Water Grill Featured in Austin American Statesman
Blue Water Grill was featured in the Austin American Statesman on May 21, 2011. Check it out.
Blue Water Grill Featured in May 2011 Riviera Orange County Magazine
Riviera - May 2011San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize News: The shores of Ambergris Caye, Belize's best-kept secret, have in-the-know globe-trotters flocking to the exotic Caribbean up-and-comer.
Business Group uses Facebook to make Christmas Donation
Blue Water Grill, Caliente, Red Ginger, The Phoenix Resort, and Wine de Vine donated $1 for the total number of facebook fans of all 5 businesses. Total contribution to Liberty House: $3,000. And just in time for Christmas.
Blue Water Grill featured in Charlotte Observer
Blue Water Grill was featured in the Charlotte Observer on August 6, 2010. Unfortunately, The Charlotte Observer does not make the past content available, so the link is the story replicated on Ambergris Daily.
Blue Water Grill named Best Restaurant in Belize - June 10, 2010
San Pedro Sun: http://sanpedrosun.net/old/10-241.htmlBlue Water Grill was awarded the Restaurant of the Year by the Belize Tourism Board on June 10, 2010.
Belize it or Not
Houston MagazineCarrying on a 40-year-old family biz that helped establish today’s booming Belize tourism trade, a young couple from Houston makes a splash in the Caribbean.
