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Food and Drink
Restaurant styles vary from informal bistro to the very expensive.
National specialities: • Traditional Dutch food (particularly using fresh seafood and cheeses) is popular. • Creole food (criollo) makes good use of the great variety of fresh fish. • French, Italian and other international cuisines are also on offer. National drinks: • Curaçao liqueur (made from the sun-dried peel of a bitter orange and a mixture of spices) is popular. Tipping: Bar staff, waiters, porters and doormen expect a 10% tip. Nightlife
There are several discos run by hotels on the island and some hotels have a casino. Performances of drama and music can be found at the Centro Pro Arte.
Shopping
Curaçao is a thriving centre for duty-free shopping. Choose from a huge range of imported goods at considerably reduced prices, from locally-made curios to designer bands. The island's eponymous liqueur is a highly-popular souvenir.
Shopping hours: Mon-Sat 0800-1200 and 1400-1800. Hours may vary. |
