THIS WEEK IN ARUBA: April 3 thru April 8 , 2018 – Presented by One Happy Podcast

04/03/18 • 24 min

This Week in Aruba: April 3 to April 8, 2018 - Presented by One Happy Podcast

Hey everyone! We’re back for the latest episode of This Week in Aruba which will cover the events in the island from Tuesday, April 3rd to Sunday, April 8th.

Technically it should have started at Monday, April 2nd, but due to Easter weekend I had to catch up on family happenings which caused the delay in production. As much as I’d love to keep things always on schedule, family comes first, so I apologize for any inconveniences.

Moving on, I like to give shoutouts every week, and this week’s shoutout goes to Marlene Scherrenburg, a resident of Aruba and also one of the people I always look forward to visiting in the island. She knows everything there is to know about the Aruba culinary scene. To listen to her episode on One Happy Podcast, hit up this link: http://onehappypodcast.com/ep32/

Now let’s head over to the events. Easter season is a laidback time in the island, so events are a little sparse. Nevertheless, it’s a great time to bond with the family or friends and loved ones.

FOOD Olé - Spanish Pop-up Restaurant

When: 7 April / 12:00 nn - 10:00 pm

Where: Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/343242059528654/

Spain is known for its mouthwatering PAELLA, their good taste in SANGRIA and their popular TAPAS. Join us for this Spanish Pop-Up Restaurant...You'll be screaming Olé afterwards. This time serving Lunch and Dinner starting from 12PM at The Renaissance Mall.

*Menu will follow soon.

LIFESTYLE Caribbean Fighting Championship 5

When: 7 April / 6:00 pm

Where: Centro Deportivo Betico Croes (Oranjestad, Aruba)

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/2030459017235254/

Aruba save the date! Next April 7 we are gonna have the best MMA event on the island with lots of amazing fights and surprises.

You can’t miss this! One of our top fights is between the UFC former fighter Michael Kuiper from Holland, and Aruba’s own Adrick "The Boss" Croes.

Be prepared because we have lot of surprises coming soon!

Egg Hunt Airsoft Battle

When: 8 April / 9:30 am - 3:00 pm

Where: AEG Airsoft Team (Oranjestad, Aruba)

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/579047045782873/

15 Fl P.P. to participate. Includes one food and drink. There will be prizes. It's a Fun Game

ENTERTAINMENT Mercedes LIVE on stage at MooMba Beach!

When: 4 April / 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Where: Moomba Beach (JE Irausquin BLVD 230, 0000 Palm Beach, Aruba)

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

Happy Hours: 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm & 10:00 pm - 11:00 pm!

Aruba Sinatra Dinner Show at The Old Cunucu House Restaurant

When: 5 April / 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

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

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/142342856422584/

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 beautifully 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.

Alain Rockney LIVE

When: 6 April / 11:00 pm - 1:00 am (recurring event on April 13)

Where: Rock’n'Rock (Caya Taratata, Coral Plaza 15 L-3, Pos Abao, AW Oranjestad, Aruba)

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/166157180643846/

Alain Rockney is a soloist singer/songwriter who collaborates with different known artists of Aruba.

Alain plays the best of: Alternative Rock, Blues-Rock, Black Metal, Glam Rock, Hard Rock, Metal, Prog-Rock, Indie Rock, Art Rock, Psychedelic Rock & Roll, Rockabilly, Roots Rock, Ska Punk, Country Rock, Surf, and Folk Rock.

IF HE KNOWS IT, HE WILL play it!

KARAOKE/SPECIAL NIGHTS

Matthew’s Beachside Restaurant(J.E. Irausquin Blvd 51, Oranjestad)Website: https://www.matthews-aruba.com/ - Karaoke Nights every Wednesd...

This Week in Aruba: April 3 to April 8, 2018 - Presented by One Happy Podcast

Hey everyone! We’re back for the latest episode of This Week in Aruba which will cover the events in the island from Tuesday, April 3rd to Sunday, April 8th.

FOOD Olé - Spanish Pop-up Restaurant

When: 7 April / 12:00 nn - 10:00 pm

Where: Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/343242059528654/

*Menu will follow soon.

LIFESTYLE Caribbean Fighting Championship 5

When: 7 April / 6:00 pm

Where: Centro Deportivo Betico Croes (Oranjestad, Aruba)

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/2030459017235254/

Aruba save the date! Next April 7 we are gonna have the best MMA event on the island with lots of amazing fights and surprises.

You can’t miss this! One of our top fights is between the UFC former fighter Michael Kuiper from Holland, and Aruba’s own Adrick "The Boss" Croes.

Be prepared because we have lot of surprises coming soon!

Egg Hunt Airsoft Battle

When: 8 April / 9:30 am - 3:00 pm

Where: AEG Airsoft Team (Oranjestad, Aruba)

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/579047045782873/

15 Fl P.P. to participate. Includes one food and drink. There will be prizes. It's a Fun Game

ENTERTAINMENT Mercedes LIVE on stage at MooMba Beach!

When: 4 April / 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Where: Moomba Beach (JE Irausquin BLVD 230, 0000 Palm Beach, Aruba)

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

Happy Hours: 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm & 10:00 pm - 11:00 pm!

Aruba Sinatra Dinner Show at The Old Cunucu House Restaurant

When: 5 April / 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

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

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/142342856422584/

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.

Alain Rockney LIVE

When: 6 April / 11:00 pm - 1:00 am (recurring event on April 13)

Where: Rock’n'Rock (Caya Taratata, Coral Plaza 15 L-3, Pos Abao, AW Oranjestad, Aruba)

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/166157180643846/

Alain Rockney is a soloist singer/songwriter who collaborates with different known artists of Aruba.

IF HE KNOWS IT, HE WILL play it!

KARAOKE/SPECIAL NIGHTS

Matthew’s Beachside Restaurant(J.E. Irausquin Blvd 51, Oranjestad)Website: https://www.matthews-aruba.com/ - Karaoke Nights every Wednesd...

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This Week in Aruba: March 26 to April 1

Here we are for another episode This Week in Aruba which covers the events from Monday, March 26th to Sunday, April 1st or Easter Sunday.

First of all, I just want to give a shoutout to my good friend Regina for being so supportive of this podcast. You can listen to her One Happy Podcast interviews on the following links: http://onehappypodcast.com/ep76/ and http://onehappypodcast.com/ep93/.

This week is quite packed with events and activities so let’s get it started!

FOOD

Easter Food Show 2018 When: 26 March / 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Where: Ling and Sons IGA Super Center (Schotlandstraat #41, Oranjestad, Aruba)

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/526756234373270/

Everyone is invited to our Easter Food show which takes place on Monday March 26 from 6pm to 9pm. We will have in store tastings, live music and fun activities for kids. Join the Fun!

A Taste Of Aruba

When: 27 March / 5:30 pm - 11:00 pm

Where: Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino (Oranjestad, Aruba)

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/1701176733236617/

Aquarius will take you back in time with stories, local handcrafted arts and recipes. Celebrate our Island's rich multicultural history with locally inspired buffet.

Aquarius will serve a local buffet for just $39 including a balashi beer or Chill beer. Specials on Cocktails such as; 'Barbulet', 'Aruba Ariba' , 'Chuchubi Carnaval' and 'Yuwana Loco'. Discover Aruba through unique flavors!

Join us every Tuesday Night for this special local event. For more information or reservation, please call 5236156 or visit one of our Navigators.

Winesday for Locals When: 28 March / 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Where: The Wine Room (L.G. Smith Blvd #126 Suite #1, 00000 Oranjestad, Aruba)

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/353371225171150/

From $ to AWG on all bottles of wine.

Barefoot Beach BBQ

When: 29 March / 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Where: Renaissance Private Island (Oranjestad, Aruba)

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/218575672032727/

If you're not barefoot, then you're overdressed. Join us for the Barefoot Beach BBQ on the Renaissance Ocean Suites Beach!

A delicious BBQ made to order will be prepared for you accompanied by a build your own salad station, your choice of marinate, side dishes and a decadent dessert station.

Have some Family Fun around the grill with live music and a Beach Bar ready to serve you.

The all you can eat BBQ on the beach is only $35 per person and kids from 5 to 12yrs $17.50

Reservation is not required. Just walk-in and let's have some fun!

Secrecy Sushi at The Lobby

When: 30 March / 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Where: Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris® Casino (L.G. Smith Boulevard 101, Palm Beach, Aruba)

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/564883643883525/

Our Executive Chefs Romeo Penacino, Ever de Pena and the culinary team of the Aruba Marriott Resort invite you to experience the first Secrecy Sushi concept at The Lobby!

A one night only event to escape and indulge in uniquely created sushi rolls, exquisite Asian small dishes as well as perfectly prepared craft cocktails and sakes.

Please note that only 50 seats are available for this event and reservations are required.

For reservations, please call us at 520-6648 from Monday to Friday between 9AM and 5PM.

Incredible Indonesian Buffet at Café the Plaza

When: 31 March / 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm

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

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/157213001663585/

Looking gorgeous, smelling delicious, but tasting even better: that is what the upcoming Indonesian Table Buffet at Café the Plaza is promising. A rainbow of colors, a wide variety in tasty dishes and lots of side dishes will be available for the lover of Indonesian cuisine on Saturday, March 31. This feast for the senses will start a 5 pm; if you wish to come over for the buffet later in the evening, please keep in mind that the buffet is available until 11 pm.

Indonesian cuisine is very popular in Holland and for a good reason: the ingredients are fresh and they complement each other perfectly. Although some dishes may be a bit hot, others are mellow. All are delicious. The dishes will be served in a unique style: on your table on burners to keep them warm, hereby creating a festive and romantic atmosp...

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This Week in Aruba: April 9 to April 15, 2018 - Presented by One Happy Podcast

Hey hey! Here we are again for the latest episode of This Week in Aruba which will cover the events in the island from Monday, April 9th to Sunday, April 15th.

First, this week’s shoutout goes to Vallon Davis, an Aruba lover and a Facebook friend. He has a deep love and appreciation for Aruba because he grew up in the Caribbean. He recognizes how special the island is and you can listen to my One Happy Podcast interviews with him on:

http://onehappypodcast.com/ep4-vallondavis/

http://onehappypodcast.com/ep70/

Now onto the events and activities in Aruba that you can check out for this week:

FOOD Exclusive Dinner Under The Stars with Celebrity Chef Jose Luque

When: 10 April / 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Where: Renaissance Private Island (Oranjestad, Aruba)

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/276324576237145/

Experience an Exclusive Spanish Dinner Under The Stars on Renaissance Private Island

For one night only, Celebrity Chef Jose Luque will take you on a Spanish culinary journey.

Chef Luque will prepare a 6-course Dinner accompanied by perfectly paired wines. Arion Wine Company N.V. has selected the perfect wines for each course.

This Spanish Culinary Experience will be $95* per person including 6 wines, pairing for each course.

This special event starts at 7PM. Boats to the Renaissance Private Island leaves from Lucy's Boat Deck.

*Price is excluding 15% service charge and taxes.

Seats are limited. Reservation is required.For more information or reservation, please call our Navigators at 5236115

Latin Night

When: 13 April / 10:00 pm - 3:00 am (recurring event every Friday until June 9, 2018)

Where: AZIA Restaurant & Lounge (J.E. Irausquin Boulevard 348, 00000 Palm Beach, Aruba)

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/772320309618274/

Azia Restaurant & Lounge presents... Latin Friday in our Zen Garden! Join us on friday from 10PM till closing for great Latin music, dancing and special prices on your favorite drinks!

Malbec World Day

When: 14 April / 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Where: The Wine Room (L.G. Smith Blvd #126 Suite #1, 00000 Oranjestad, Aruba)Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/141574999849931/

A elegant evening with all the best Malbec in Aruba to sample. The tasting will be blind.

Tapas: steaks & Veggie

We will sample 10 malbecs

Experience: $100

LIFESTYLE Beginner's Series

When: 10, 12, 14 April / 7:15 pm - 8:30 pm (recurring event every Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays until 19 May)

Where: Island Yoga (Noord 19A, Noord)

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/778374978999668/

Beginning your yoga practice is challenging. It is learning a new language, literally and physically! To support your journey, we have created a 6-week Beginner Series!

In this series, you will explore the yoga poses and breathing techniques that are offered in most yoga classes, how and why they are of transformational benefit to your body and mind, and how to access them intelligently. Each week we will explore a specific area of the body and the poses associated. You will discover areas of strength and ability in your body you didn’t even know you had!

Throughout the series, our certified teacher Jessica Rydh will provide one-on-one tips for your personal needs. Experienced yogis and teachers – We welcome you to join and refine your practice! There are always new layers to uncover in our ever-evolving bodies and lives.

Give yourself the foundation to truly live well in your body for the rest of your life, as well as the preparedness to continue your lifetime practice through our other classes and at home.

*Over these six weeks, you will also be free to take any of our regularly scheduled classes at no additional charge (not including SUP Yoga).

Date: April 10 - May 20, 2018

Every Tuesday + Thursday 7:15PM – 8:30PM, optional catch-up class on Saturdays 12:00PM - 1:00PM.

Kids Yoga

When: 14 April / 11:00 am - 11:45 am (recurring event every Saturdays until 16 February)

Where: Island Yoga (Noord 19A, Noord)

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/182855808997539/

Bring your child with you for your Saturday morning practice! Share brunch in our Nourish Cafe after class, or drop them off and treat yourself to a fresh-pressed juice or coffee while they have fun.

This class is designed to offer the practice of yoga in a safe and fun way. Your kids can do their best cat and dog interpretations, maybe ...