The Tribune

More than 100 dignitaries, residents and guests celebrated the opening of Billfish Grill at Palm Cay last week, the first new upscale restaurant in eastern New Providence for many years.

Chef Anthony Carey, who cooked his way half-way around the world before returning to Nassau, supplied the food under the direction of Billfish Grill partners, restaurateur Peter Rounce and fresh food culinary specialist, Lise Watson-Russell, who built her reputation with original dishes at Chives, Blake Road.

Minister of social services, Melanie Griffin; minister of state for investments, Khaalis Rolle; leader of the opposition, Dr Hubert Minnis; FNM deputy leader, Loretta Butler-Turner; MP for St Anne’s, Hubert Chipman; and DNA leader, Branville McCartney, came to celebrate the opening.

“I had no idea this was so beautiful, it feels like being on a Family Island,” said one of the Cabinet ministers. Compliments about the development made the rounds along with the flowing wine and spirits.

“We are especially proud that we were able to create this casual but sophisticated atmosphere using all Bahamian talent,” said Mr Rounce.

“The interior d�cor was designed by Codeana, the outdoor furnishings, including the large wicker bird’s nest that can seat up to a dozen people, all came from Oasis Chic Living, with everything custom-made to Codeana’s designs. Every member of staff is Bahamian.”

With indoor and al fresco seating, the restaurant that seats 126 features a private reception area on the second level for parties and events.

Billfish Grill is open by reservation from 2pm on Tuesday through Sunday, with a full menu Thursday to Sunday and a limited menu the rest of the week. Menu, hours and reservations information is available at www.billfishgrill.com.