Mix- W @ Vieques

NYE celebration are abound. Nothing short at the W on Vieques where top party hats, lighted glowsticks and evening cheer was being spread around in anticipation of the beginning of 2011.

With the ocean backdrop, candle lit sitting areas, pit fires and a tropical breeze, the relaxed yet energetic vibe was perfect for saying goodbye to 2010 and hello to 2011.



Alain Ducasse, a 3 Michelin star holder for restaurants in france and NY, was brought in to reding the menu for the new Mix at the W on Vieques.

Starters included an amuse busch of smoked salmon and tobiko caviar and a light cucumber cream foam:



Cakes of crab, shredded crab with citrus, tomatoe were a invigorating refresher:


Seared foie gras with truffle sauce and elote was specific for tonights menu:


Maine lobster bites and scallop in a light blanc beurre were subtle and hearty:


For the main course, beef tenderloin cooked with roasted tomatoes and chanterelle mushrooms... Fabulous:


A pairs white and dark chocolate succinctly brought the desserts for 2010 to a close:


With a Catena bottle of Malbec, illuminating greetings and flicking light of several candles, the flavors came together with every clink of a toast!