Here is the latest episode of This Week in Aruba, which covers the events from Friday, June 8th to Thursday, June 14th also known as timeshare week 23. This officially marks the start of this podcast’s shift to the new format of releasing every Friday instead of Monday.

This week’s shoutout goes to Derek Story, a relatively new acquaintance who I met over the internet and a member of the Friends of One Happy Podcast Facebook group. If you’re a diehard fan of Aruba, do join us over there to meet new friends!

Now let’s get it started in the events category.

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FOOD

Soi Thai

When: 8-9 June / 12:00 pm

Where: Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/147587639428152/

From lightly prepared dishes with strong aromatic components and a spicy edge, we present to you SOI THAI.

For the Thai food lovers, we are bringing back the one cuisine in the world with attention to detail, texture, color and a lot of taste.

Friday, June 8th and Saturday, June 9th, The Renaissance Mall will convert into a special Thai Pop-up Restaurant. Starting at 12PM with lunch and going all the way till 11PM serving dinner.

Join us and discover why Thai dishes appeared on list of the “World’s 50 Best Foods”.

Fresh Dutch Asparagus at Café the Plaza

When: 8 June / 5:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Where: Café the Plaza (L.G. Smith Boulevard, 00000 Oranjestad, Aruba)

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/191261201508481/

The stalks are white, with golden tips, and they are soft and filled with flavor: the white asparagus, the white gold. A delicacy in Holland and Belgium, the asparagus season is much anticipated. And of course the asparagus is flown in to Aruba for asparagus lovers. At Café the Plaza the asparagus treats are going to be available from May 18: a creamy asparagus soup and traditional Dutch asparagus with ham, parsley, a boiled egg and melted butter, served with mashed potatoes. Mouthwatering, a true Dutch treat!

Special Dutch Asparagus Menu

When: 8 June / 5:00 pm – 10:30 pm

Where: Amuse Sunset Restaurant Aruba (Bucutiweg 50, N.A. Oranjestad, Aruba)

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/204145123699341/

Appetizers:

White asparagus soup and ham – $8.50
White asparagus, smoked salmon and quail egg – $16.50
White asparagus, 5 oz lobster, lemon buerre blanc – $24

Main courses:

A la “Flamande” white asparagus, egg, parsley crumble, butter with nutmeg – $25.50
White asparagus, gam, crumbled egg, mustard sauce – $27
White asparagus with tenderloin with sweet potato and parmesan cheese cookie / USA Angus Tenderloin – $45 / Argentine Tenderloin $36
3 Asparagus side dish $12 / 5 Asparagus side dish $20

Asparagus season lasts about two months in Holland. The first asparagus peek from the ground early in spring, around February or early March. They are traditionally harvested from the second Thursday in April until 24 June.

The Private Dining Event!

When: 9 June / 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Where: Fusion Restaurant, Tapas, Wine & Piano Bar

(J.E. Irausquin Boulevard, Oranjestad, Aruba)

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/176251186412918/

Come enjoy an Amazing night with Top Chef Finalist: Tiffani Faison! and All the way from Amsterdam: Pasta E Basta Singers!

Dinner Under The Stars at Renaissance Island

When: 13 June / 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Where: Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/249398372482687/

Take a boat trip to Renaissance Island and let your taste buds travel to paradise…

Enjoy our new menu consisting of succulent Herb Crusted New Zealand Lamb Chops or locally caught Snapper, while your toes get pampered in our white secluded sand.

Our private dinner setting includes a welcome cocktail at Lucy’s Dock (across the Renaissance Mall), boat trip to Renaissance Private Island, dinner on the beach and live entertainment for only $65 per person. Children from 5 to 12 yrs pay $32.50.

For more information or reservations, please contact one of our Navigators at 5236115

FOOD + LIFESTYLE

Wine & Vinyl: Jazz Edition

When: 9 June / 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Where: The Purple Room (LG Smith Blvd, Oranjestad, Aruba)

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/2247718498788827/

A evening playing Jazz vinyls pairing it with premium wine

Experience: $50

Time: 3 hours

Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix LIVE

When: 10 June / 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Where: Café the Plaza (L.G. Smith Boulevard, 00000 Oranjestad, Aruba)

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/685109761871637/

Are you ready for another thrilling Formula 1 Sunday? The Canadian Grand Prix is broadcasted LIVE on big screen at Café The Plaza. Join us at 2 pm and come cheer with us for your favorite team and driver.

ENTERTAINMENT

What goes on at MooMba Beach?
Moomba Beach (JE Irausquin BLVD 230, 0000 Palm Beach, Aruba)

Friday, 8 June from 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm:
Primo Bandits LIVE at MooMba Beach

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/895553543964573/

The local formation PRIMO BANDITS with lead singer Wilson always guarantee a ‘beachy’ vibe at MooMba with ballads from the 70’s, 80’s till now.

Sunday, 10 June from 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm:
Joyride LIVE at MooMba Beach

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/1920909681276425/

Dave and his musical team are notorious on the island. Where ever they show up, a party is guaranteed. So, get ready for an evening with pop, soul, funk and most of all… FUN!

Monday, 11 June from 9:00 pm – 11:00 pm:
C-Zar on stage at MooMba Beach

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/184981868733145/

Join us for an evening with C-Zar live on stage. C-Zar has a wonderful, unusual voice which will keep you spellbound. Come and toast with us to another beautiful night in Aruba.

Wednesday, 13 June from 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm:
Karla LIVE on stage at MooMba Beach!

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/1406161896149061/

Caribbean and international music. Typical MooMba music for sunset party time!

Death by Audio – Live at Cafe Chaos

When: 9 June / 11:00 pm – 2:00 am

Where: Café Chaos Aruba (LG Smith Boulevard 60, 0000 Oranjestad, Aruba)

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/168727097141760/

Page: https://www.facebook.com/deathbyaudioaruba/

Come and celebrate with us our first show @ Cafe Chaos! We are a Local Rock Band from Aruba bringing Rock and Metal music to local events and clubs.

Guy Bavli, Master of the Mind

When: 12 June / 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm (recurring event every Tuesdays until 28 August)

Where: Alhambra & Divi Resorts Aruba Banquet & Events (J.E.Irausquin Boulevard # 41, 00000 Oranjestad, Aruba)

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/153482718642217/

Tickets: http://www.masterofthemind.com/

Guy Bavli led a long, successful career filled with science-defying stunts and demonstrations, performing for fortune 500 companies, primetime television networks, and audiences around the world. Despite this, Bavli claims no superpowers. His skills actually lie in advanced applications of mind magic, psychology, physiology, and intuition, gained through years of intense study and practice.

Aruba Sinatra Dinner Show at The Old Cunucu House Restaurant

When: 14 June / 7:30 pm – 9:30 pmp

Where: The Old Cunucu House (Palm Beach 150, 0000 Palm Beach, Aruba)

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/968899453248017/

Are you searching for things to do in Aruba? Aruba Sinatra Shows started 6 years ago and we would like to celebrate it with you while enjoying the good things of life any time this year. After more than 300 weekly performances Aruba Sinatra Shows is one of the longest running productions in Aruba!

Experience beautiful composed, orchestrated and arranged music with wonderful romantic lyrics sung by Fred de Jong. Order local food and delicious drinks while watching our Aruba Sinatra Dinner Show at The Old Cunucu House Restaurant or ask for our Dinner Special Menu.

Live entertainment every Thursday from 7:30 till 9:30 pm featuring songs like:”Fly Me To The Moon”, “I’ve Got The World On A String”, “I’ve Got You Under My Skin”, “My Way”, “New York – New York”, “The Way You Look Tonight” and many more…

The Show Ticket is only $15.00 per person (food and drinks, transportation, gratuities not included). During the show you can eat and drink something a la carte.

KARAOKE/SPECIAL NIGHTS

Barney’s Restaurant

(Palm Beach 21 A Palm Beach, Aruba)

Website: https://barneysaruba.com

– Karaoke Nights every Fridays, starting at 10:00 pm

Soprano’s Piano Bar

(Lloyd G. Smith Boulevard 370, Noord, Aruba)

Website: http://www.sopranospianobararuba.com/

– Unplugged Nights every Saturdays, starting at 8:00 pm

Matthew’s Beachside Restaurant

(J.E. Irausquin Blvd 51, Oranjestad)

Website: https://www.matthews-aruba.com/

– Karaoke Nights every Wednesdays, 9:00 – 11:00 pm

7 Club Lounge Bar

(Windstraat 32, Oranjestad, Aruba)

Page: https://www.facebook.com/7arubacom/

– Karaoke Nights every Wednesdays, 7:00 – 2:00 am

Ricardo’s Restaurant & Bar

(J.E. Irausquin Blvd 53, Aruba)

Website: http://ricardosaruba.restaurant/

– Karaoke Dance Party! every Thursdays, starting at 9:00 pm

The Rose Bar & Lounge Restaurant

(Boegoeroei 11-Z, Noord)

Page: https://www.facebook.com/therosearuba/

– Karaoke Happy Hour every Thursdays, starting at 6:00 pm

Let’s move on to the cruise ships schedule portion. It’s another light week this time around as the low season rolls along.

As far as news goes, I only have a couple of things. First off I want to give a shoutout to the crew behind Full Throttle Tours who have set up a over at the Costa Linda. Make sure to check them out! They’re a bunch of lovely people and Full Throttle Tours is an excellent excursion. They were guests at One Happy Podcasts episode 101 and 102. The other piece of new doesn’t really have much to do with the tourists in Aruba but it can affect Aruba’s tourism as it has something to do with the finances of the country.

If there’s anything at all that you would like to suggest for the show or simply want to relay feedback, please do send me an email at curt@onehappypodcast.com or drop a voice message on our hotline number (302) 635-0815.

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