americar syracuse 767-448-7725 Daily, 11am to 9pm Local specialties $$ Halfway between Soufri re and Scotts Head, you

767-448-7725 Daily, 11am to 9pm Local specialties $$ Halfway between Soufri re and Scotts Head, you ll find this open-air restaurant that s known for excellent soups, sandwiches, pizzas, and vegetarian casseroles. Pull up a stool to the breezy counter that overlooks Soufri re Bay or sit at one of the tables indoors or on the patio. Owner Kris Simelda is an American married to Jep, a Dominican. Her philosophy on food is that it should be fresh, creative, perfectly seasoned, and carefully prepared. You ll find her ideas deliciously carried out in every meal. In addition, she and her staff are an excellent source of information. Kris is an artist and art aficionado who shares her interest by displaying the work of several Caribbeans in the caf. Everything is for sale.

If you re daring, you can get large, inexpensive meals in small family-run caf s throughout the island. Some are well established and serve dependably wholesome fare. Those are listed below. Others open and close with the seasons or at the whim of the owner. Those you must come upon in your travels and sample for yourself.

from the islands themselves. You can visit the center for an overview of the nature reserve and book a guided tour out to the islands. Admission is free, and the small museum americar syracuse is open Monday through Friday, 9am to 4pm;