Twister Café hosted an intimate group of foodies for an evening of culinary excellence. Chef Linda Pool, her partner Annie and a very friendly and helpful staff served a four-course gourmet dinner on Saturday night, while the striding man, Johnny Walker with Boefie Barbour, offered a sensational pairing of whiskey with the spectacular food.
At the beginning of the evening, Barbour introduced JW Swing, which made its first appearance in 1932, as it was designed for transatlantic steamship voyages. The elegant bottle swings, and never tumbles on rough seas. It presented a perfect aperitif for an unforgettable evening.
On the menu which was composed by Chef Linda, Honey Smoked Duck Breast on mixed greens, with pecan nuts and JW Red Label vinaigrette, paired with none-other-than JW Red Label. The soup, a Prawn Whiskey Bisque with corn foam, roasted tomato and fresh herbs was paired with JW Green Label. The Marinated Rib Eye main course with potato-leek puree, and garden vegetables, was paired with JW Black Label and the Chocolate Truffle Cake, with raspberries, and vanilla sauce, was paired with ice cold JW Gold Label.
With the demise of Matilde’s Restaurant, also the former Chez Matilda, many patrons lost track of their favorite chef and culinary master, Linda Pool, then found her again at Twister Café, where she is cooking up her storm with her partner Annie, adjacent to the San Francisco church on Dominicanessenstraat 10, in Oranjestad.
As always, creativity and a feeling for good food combined with the considerable talents of Barbour who narrated the history of whiskey, delivered interesting comments between courses and made everyone feel perfectly at ease.
The evening was a total success and patrons did not have to break the bank to afford it, as Twister’s prices are always affordable.
Long a favorite among locals, for a good game of billiard and a wonderful Dutch ambience, Twister’s menu and hours were expanded, serving dinner Mon-Sat from 6-10.30 PM. During the last weekend of every month a culinary 5-course dinner is offered for a very attractive price. Sunday is especially reserved for non-smokers. Reservations for these evenings are recommended, they are popular and seating is limited. For information and reservations email [email protected].
