• What was your vision behind Xtreme Sports & how did it come to fruition?

In 2014, I was on a train in England, looking out the window and I saw people playing Bubble Football. I had watched a few clips of it on social media, but seeing it first hand, I thought it would be something cool to bring to Bermuda.

Once I started researching Bubble Football, I came across other similar games. From there I began brainstorming about how it could become a viable business opportunity in Bermuda.  June 2015, I started Xtreme Sports, with Bubble Football.  The vision from the beginning was to bring new, exciting games and attractions for the Bermudian public to enjoy.

• Xtreme Sports Games has become a must-attend annual event on the island — what goes into putting on such a successful event?

There’s a lot of behind the scenes work; meeting with sponsors, coordinating teams, advertising and marketing, ordering supplies, working with vendors, working with location staff, and the list goes on. But to be honest, now that these relationships have been developed, it is a lot easier to plan.

We wouldn’t be able to put on the event like this without the help of our team and all of the volunteers. They are the real MVPs. Lastly, it’s about executing and thinking on your feet on the day itself. As much as you plan, nothing ever goes according to plan 100%, so it’s about adapting.

• You’ve recently announced that Xtreme Sports will have a permanent home, a fun zone coming this year— what can you tell us?

I’ve been advised by my marketing team not to reveal too much! But what I can say is that I’m incredibly excited and proud to have our own permanent location. It’s been a long road, as we’ve been at this for about two years, and we’re almost there, in terms of opening.

The vision behind the location is to provide the Bermudian public of all ages with some much-needed fun and entertainment. The best thing to do is to follow our social media accounts so that you can get all of the announcements as they come out.

• How has your experience been owning a business as a young entrepreneur in Bermuda?

Overall, I would say good, but it hasn’t always been smooth sailing. There have been plenty of ups and downs along the way, but they’ve all helped to shape the company and me.

When you first start a business, one of the driving factors is making money, but that quickly dropped down the list of priorities. Seeing customers having fun, helping to create memories and being able to offer young Bermudians with job opportunities, are the sorts of things that are most rewarding for me.

• What advice can you give to those young people thinking about starting their own business?

Go for it! Obviously, do your research and due diligence beforehand, but if it seems feasible and you believe in your idea, don’t hesitate. People are often scared because they are stuck with thoughts like “What if it goes wrong?”, but on the other hand, what if it goes right?

Don’t be afraid to ask for help. There are plenty of useful resources available such as other business owners and the Bermuda Economic Development Agency. Build those relationships and use them to your advantage.

Lastly, you have to have tough skin. There will be naysayers, angry customers, etc., but you have to remember to learn from your mistakes and keep the end in view. Don’t be so quickly discouraged if something goes wrong, it’s all a part of the learning process.

• What do you have coming up in the next few months? Plans for the future?

Much of the focus will be on the Xtreme Sports Games, being held on April 13th, as well as the build-up and launch of the Fun Zone. I’m sure there will be some teething pains when the Fun Zone initially opens, but once we’re up and running, expect a lot more from us. The Fun Zone gives us way more flexibility with what we can do, so I’m sure the will be lots going on. Keep an eye out for that!

@xtremesportsbmd & @funzonebmd on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter / www.xtremesportsbmd.com / [email protected]

This article was originally published in the February 2019 edition of the RG Business Magazine.

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KPMG’s Budget snapshot provides highlights across Bermuda’s national debt, revenues and expenditures, payroll taxes and other taxes, new incentives, and economic substance. They also provide the firm’s points of view on these components of the Budget.

For the full document, click here. 

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Five Feet Apart by Rachael Lippincott
You might not be in for a literary masterpiece, but if you enjoyed John Green’s “The Fault In Our Starts” This one is for you! A quick and easy read, about Stella and Will, two teenagers with cystic fibrosis that cannot get within six feet of each other due to their illness. A story about love and friendship, which is soon to become a movie, so this is the perfect time to give it a read.

Barracoon by Zora Neale Hurston
This is the story and first accounts of Cudjo Lewis, the last known survivor of the Atlantic slave trade. A tragic and impactful story about the horrors of slavery. Though it is not a recent book, it is definitely a must-read. Add it to the list.

The Astrology of You and Me by Gary Goldschneider
Described as “an astrological relationship guide”, this book is set to help you better understand every relationship in your life, according to astrology. A very interesting read, even for those who are not very knowledgeable (or interested) in astrology.

Becoming by Michelle Obama
Michelle Obama has certainly stayed busy after leaving the white house. Recently, launching the Global Girls Alliance, a program of the Obama Foundation, that empowers girls word wide through education. And now her recent related memoir, she gives us an intimate look at a side of her life we’ve never seen before. It “invites readers into her world, chronicling the experiences that have shaped her”. This one seems to be on everybody’s list this year (and we can see why).

One Day in December by Josie Silver
A story about Laurie, who finds the man whom she believes is “the one” on a snowy December day through a bus window. After years of thinking they would never meet again, they do, as he is introduced as her best friends Sarah’s boyfriend. Based on reviews, it promises a delightful story and brilliant storytelling, following Laurie, Sarah and Jack thorough then years of love, heartbreak and friendship.

My Own Words by Ruth Bader Ginsburg
You keep hearing her name lately, and as we come up to International Women’s Day, this is a very inspiring read. All about Ruth Bader – the Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States, and one of the most influential and brilliant women of our time, and an insightful look at her life and accomplishments.

Then She Was Gone by Lisa Jewell
A story about Ellie Mack, a teenager who suddenly vanishes and the tale of her mother Laurel Mack, trying to put her life back together. Another promising novel, which according to reviews, promises to be “truly fascinating” and “well written”.

First, We Make the Beast Beautiful by Sarah Wilson
This book is a great starting point to understand anxiety, particularly if there is somebody in your life suffering from it and you’re struggling to understand how they feel and how to help them. Don’t worry, this isn’t your typical self-help book (if that isn’t your thing), there is tons of knowledge and humor through that make it an interesting read. Check out our full book review here.

Into the Raging Sea by Rachel Slade
Journalist Rachel Slade unravels the mystery of the sinking of El Faro, a container ship, through intensive research and interviews with family members, maritime experts and even members of the crew themselves. It promises to “take us into the heart of an age-old American industry, casting new light on the hardworking men and women who paid the ultimate price in the name of profit”. Check out our full book review here. 

So Many Islands by various artists
Various artists create a vibrant portrait of what is like to live on the small islands we call home (Bermuda included). From revolution and protest to family politics, and even a battle to save a beached whale, this one hits home for obvious reasons, and we can’t wait to read it.

What’s on your “to read” list this year? Let us know!

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 Until the end of December, they are selling the entire BermuniTees collection including their original t-shirts, popular ‘Bermy Beanies’ and ultra-soft hoodies – all sitting on hand-carved tables made of crates and surrounded by twinkling lights.  They also carry a line of specialty barware that makes a great gift for the host of the party.

Bermuda Candle Company has their seasonal Holiday Collection available, featuring their Christmas Tree scent that’s has become an island favorite. Follow your nose to the top of the stairs across from Heel Quik and Jazzy’s Boutiques to shop both collections this Holiday season.

We can’t wait to give the gift of home from Bermunitees, who, by the way, give 15% of every purchase to local charities. Look good, feel good, do good – what more can you ask for?

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Instagram: @bermudacandlecompany

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Website: www.bermunitees.com

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The new year is supposed to come with a clean slate and a wave of motivation, but that usually fades away as quickly as it comes. Though you might think that this will be the year you finally read one book a week, even though you haven’t picked one up in years, or wake up at 5 am every morning to work out, chances are, it probably won’t be. Instead, you’re probably setting yourself up for disappointment, by setting goals that are either unrealistic or simply unachievable.

Realistic, for example, is realizing that the new year, in the grand scheme of things, is about as significant as any other new day, week, month, etc. As much as we would like it to, January 1 won’t suddenly bless you with the solutions to all your problems nor the motivation to accomplish everything you’ve ever wanted. It comes down to a little bit of luck, timing but ultimately, yourself.

Have you ever heard the phrase, “It takes around 21days to form a habit”? It has been presented as a fact for decades, after Dr. Marxwell Maltz, an American plastic surgeon noticed that it will take his patients around 21 days to get used to their recent physical changes such as a new nose or even the loss of a limb. He later noticed that it will take himself a minimum of 21 days as well to adjust to changes and new behaviors. Which prompted him to talk about his experience. More than half a century later, and after a dozen books quoting him (often leaving out the “21 days minimum” part) his findings have been often misinterpreted and used to support the thinking that it takes a considerably short amount of time to form a new and long-lasting habit.

It’s not surprising that this idea has spread like wildfire. However, as you’ve probably noticed, it takes much longer to form a new habit. After all, habits, when they’ve become habits, are second nature and hard-wired into our brains. Which is why it would make more sense that it would take much longer than 21 days to break an old one or form a new one.

Now, before you throw out your planner and kiss your goals goodbye, try setting realistic goals this year, that at least put you one step closer to what you want. For example, instead of holding yourself accountable to that “one book a week”, aim for one a month, or even one per season. And instead of “waking up every morning at 5 am for a workout”, maybe try to find time for one or two workouts a week that will work with your schedule.

Resolve to make progress, as slow as it might be, rather than feeling defeated at the end of the year when your goal never came into fruition.

The clock turned to midnight, as it does every night, so take the pressure off yourself and don’t set an expiration date for your goals this year. Instead, work on a realistic plan that will take you to where you want to be (or at least one step closer). After all, as much as we plan, life happens as it wants to and there is no amount of planning that can avoid that.

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The temperature has finally dropped to the 60s, which means it’s Bermuda winter time. During this time of the year, our skin usually requires a little extra love, and a product rotation to contrast the high winds and low humidity. Here are some of our skincare favourites to keep that summer-glow year-round.

Supergoop Unseen Sunscreen

Fun Fact: Earth is the closest to the sun during the winter months, so don’t put away your sunscreen just yet (or ever). Though you might think of it as a summer/warm weather product, sunscreen should really be a part of your skin care routine, even if you’re staying indoors all day. Not only does it protect you from skin cancer, but it also prevents premature wrinkles and hyper-pigmentation. The Supergoop Unseen Sunscreen has an award-winning formula that is light-weight and doesn’t leave the usual “white-cast” that most sunscreens do. You can find this at Atelerie.

Aura Coconut & Oat Milk Bath

Bath soaks are great to relax, detox, relieve cold symptoms, help you sleep better, and they are the ultimate way to re-hydrate your skin all over. The Aura Coconut & Oat Milk Bath has a rich moisturising formula, perfect to soothe your skin during the low-humidity months. Oat Milk, in particular, has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties which soothe dry and itchy skin, and it can even help alleviate eczema symptoms. You can find this at Urban Cottage.

Bio-Oil

Face oils are especially effective during the winter months due to lower humidity, and help the skin to retain moisture. This rich face-and-body oil contains Vitamin E and Vitamin A, improves the skin’s elasticity, as well as working wonders hydrating your skin. Even celebrities like Kim Kardashian and Priyanka Chopra swear by it. You can find this at Local Pharmacies like People’s, Phoenix and Robertson’s.

Simple Water Boost Hydrating Sheet Mask

Notice a theme? Here’s another hydrating product. Winter in Bermuda comes with strong winds and therefore, dry and flaky skin. This hydrating sheet mask is a lifesaver when it comes to re-hydrating the skin, especially after a day on the bike with gusts a blowing and too much salt spray. Once or twice a week does the trick to prevent dry and cracked skin. You can find this at Local Pharmacies like People’s, Phoenix and Robertson’s.

Dior Lip Glow

Although lip balm is an obvious essential, and they all seem to do the trick, this one definitely takes first place for us. Dior Lip Glow is definitely a step up from your regular Chapstick and you only get to notice just how good it is during the winter months. It comes in a variety of shades and finishes, including the original (and our personal favourite) Pink Glow. You can find this at Gibbon’s Company.

Take care of that beautiful skin you’re in!

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What motivated you to enter the Bermuda Fashion Festival 2018?
Every year I try to do something that’s outside my comfort zone and dares me to challenge my creativity a bit more. Although my career path is actually in journalism and fashion styling, having a clothing line was always something I’ve wanted to create from a young age. You only have one lifetime to experience these amazing memories, so you might as well go for it and put your best foot forward!

How are you feeling in the lead up to the event?
Each day is completely different, almost like I’m two different people. Some days I’m worried, tired and anxious but other days I’m positive, hopeful and overly excited. Life, right?

What do you expect will be the biggest challenge?
Although the production of my garments is going pretty well so far, I feel like it is going to become challenging once I get into the more complicated pieces.

What have been the rewards so far?
Being able to unleash a new side to my creativity that was dying to come out all these years feels so fulfilling. Designing, painting and fabric shopping has been a dream. Apart from the actual production of the line and researching the history of the fashion eras, I am focusing on; this process has expanded my appreciation of the fashion world both old and new.
If you had to describe your collection, what would you say?
My collection is a replica of summertime in Bermuda circa the 1960s – 90s. You know, like if you threw an island resort into a time machine? There you have House of Aiyanna.

In general, what inspires your personal style?
Like I say all the time, I find my inspiration from things that were influential before I was even born. I grew up snooping around my grandparents’ house, which is filled with timeless antiques. That sparked my love for vintage finds. Not to mention my mom’s old wardrobe from when she was my age, which she kept intact and allowed me to have. (Shout out to my mom, she killed the 80s). I don’t really follow trends, but if I do, I will make sure it has my own unique twist. I love mixed prints and statement pieces.  It’s the best feeling when people ask me, “How do you know about that? You weren’t even born” – because it’s so uncommon for someone my age to be interested in the things I am.

Where do you ultimately hope to take your fashion career?
My goal is to become an editor and a successful blogger. I’m not entirely sure where I see myself in a few years or even months because you never know what may happen in life, but I guarantee it will be somewhere being happy and successful!

This article was originally published in the Summer 2018 edition of RG Magazine.

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Age: 45

Design line: Aqua Designs

What motivated you to enter the Bermuda Fashion Festival 2018? 

I love designing and creating and have entered several fashion design competitions in the past, but being a Mum of three kids I haven’t had much opportunity to challenge myself for several years. I have always felt the Bermuda Fashion Festival was a fantastic event and when I was invited to enter, I thought it would be a great challenge and also an excellent opportunity to increase the visibility of my label, Aqua Designs.

 How are you feeling in lead up to the event? 

 I’m excited, but also a little nervous about how everything will look on the runway. I love designing and creating beautiful garments and seeing them take shape, so it’s exciting to see it all come together. However, there are a lot of pieces to bring together to create a collection that I am proud of and which respects the caliber of the Bermuda Fashion Festival.

 What do you expect will be the biggest challenge? 

 Recently I’ve been creating individual pieces. Putting together a collection that is cohesive in design and flows on the runway, means that I have to think of everything working and coordinating together; shoes, accessories, the music and lighting and the models… it sometimes feels a bit overwhelming.

 What have been the rewards of the experience so far? 

The whole experience has been rewarding, but I have particularly appreciated the advice and input from my mentor, Ken Laurence, who is a U.S. designer and past participant on Project Runway. He has given me some great ideas and input to get my collection runway ready.

 If you had to describe your collection what would you say? 

Bermuda inspired resort wear, the concept behind my resort collection is comfort and elegance, inspired by Bermuda’s natural beauty.  I’ve designed exclusive Bermuda prints for my collection to enhance the designs in natural fabrics for breathability and comfort.  This collection is designed to be worn by all women who would like to be both stylish and comfortable while looking their best.

 In general, what inspires your personal style?

I find inspiration in Bermuda’s nature, from the ocean to the lush greenery. I’m also inspired by different design elements that make a garment elegant and comfortable.

 Where do you ultimately hope to take your fashion career/ brand? Where do you see yourself in five, ten years?

I envision myself designing a range of children’s and women’s wear, under my label Aqua Designs, to be sold in stores both locally and internationally. I would like to be a recognised label on the East Coast of the USA and Bermuda.

This article was originally published in the Summer 2018 edition of RG Magazine.

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For Neika*, she has had four children but they’ve all come to her out of a need for a safe place and a loving home. Neika is a foster mom, which she fell into unexpectedly.

“I have always been involved with kids from the time I came back from university,” she said. “I am a certified teacher, and I taught for a few years in the education system here on the island, and then after teaching for a couple of years I became involved in a youth organization, and I left teaching to go full time into the youth organization. Through that youth ministry I got my first foster child. She was 17.”

At the time Neika was 28 and thought that she would only be needed for 10 days.

“It turned into two years,” she said.

“For me, when it was going to be 10 days, I thought, yeah, I can do this. But when I realized it was going to be a long-term process, I got nervous. I was still a young person and I had thoughts of what my life was going to look like, and I didn’t know if I wanted to take on that kind of responsibility.”

However, being a foster mom has taught her so many things about herself as well as opened her eyes to the needs of some children on the island.

“Through teaching, I became very aware of kids that don’t stay with their family and that there are kids that are just looking for somewhere to be loved and to belong.

“My heart became burdened with these kids.”

As a Christian, Neika felt that becoming a refuge for children in need became her calling.

“It is part of the word of God that says we are called to look after those less fortunate,” she said.

Neika also credits her strong family ties with being able to provide a supportive environment for the children that have come into her care. She is currently caring for an eight-year-old, whom she has cared for since she was 23 months.

“When Child and Family Services called me and asked if I would take in a child at 23 months, I said no twice. But she didn’t let me go.

“That was a conversation I had to have with my family, and in particular my parents because I knew I would need help. She’s now eight and first and foremost I give by the grace of God but second through very supportive family, whether it’s my parents or my extended family. My family has embraced this child as if I had given birth to her.”

She credits her own mother for building a solid relationship and foundation for her that she’s been able to translate into her own relationship with the children who have come into her care.

“My teenage years were very challenging for me and I know my mom played a big part in me making it through a very rocky period in my life, and now I can give someone else back what I was given.”

With all of the children that she has cared for, Neika has been able to maintain a good relationship with the children’s family. She views it as a co-parenting situation, and she says that it is important that foster parents honour and respect those families.

“I never want her to think that I’m going to keep her from her mom or from her relatives.

“Children come into these situations for many different reasons and there are kids that for a season of their life might just need to stay with someone besides their family.”

Neika doesn’t have children of her own and while she’s open to having her own children if she were to get married, right now her focus is on giving a place to a child that needs that supportive environment.

“There’s a mothering element that I didn’t even know that I had,” she said. “I am a completely different person. They say that having children kills the selfishness in you, and so I have become more understanding and more patient, but I have a lot more to go on the patience level. I feel like I am more empathetic and more understanding and less judgmental because I realize there is a story behind each and every one of us that causes us to act the way we do.”

While there are challenging moments, she said that each of the girls has helped her grow as a person and she has been very grateful for the relationships she’s been able to have with them.

“I have her for a season of life, and I’m going to enjoy our time together. I’m going to see it as an opportunity to guide her and plant seeds in her life at a young age,” she said. “What she does in the end and she becomes an adult, she has that free will, but what a privilege it is to just love a young person and help them through one of the most challenging times of their lives.”

For Mother’s Day, Neika and her family celebrate by going out to brunch or to a family member’s home to spend time together and enjoy each other’s company. She also makes sure that her foster child has a gift to give to her mom, and that holidays are spent together in some form.

For those who have ever considered becoming a foster parent, Neika said that people need to recognize the difference between fostering and adoption.

“I have had many people say they couldn’t go into foster parenting because they don’t want to get attached,” she said. “You’re concerned about your attachment issues when there’s a kid out there that needs a safe space? I struggle with that because it’s a very selfish view. I know not everyone can foster because it does require a lot, but maybe there is another way to support the foster care system, and in that regard, more people need to step up.

“We need to think beyond ourselves and realize it’s going to be challenging, but don’t look at it as an opportunity to fix a kid, in the end, it should just be a safe space and place for children to be children.”

There are several ways to get involved with Foster Care. If you wish to begin the process of applying to be a Foster Parent, please contact the Foster Care Coordinator at 294-5871 / [email protected]. If your desire is to get involved on the charity side of things and you wish to make a donation, you should contact the President of the Foster Parents Association, Lindsay Simmons at 505-7764.

*Not her real name

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From East to West we searched, eating our way from Dockyard to St George’s. We divided burgers into three categories – gourmet, comfort food, and hangover cure – and judged them based on taste, presentation and value for money. Here, then, are the results of a definitely unscientific, but nonetheless very tasty, experiment.

Not all burgers are created equal, and these restaurants have taken the humble dish from a grab and go option to a gastronomic experience in their own right.

Gourmet Burgers

Bulli Social – Classic Burger, $14| 4.5 out of 5 stars

So many burgers, so little time. In the end we opted for the simple Classic Burger, a 6oz patty made from grass fed beef, with American cheese, tomato, onion, lettuce and pickles. It almost seems a crime to judge just one of the options available, but our wallets and waistlines would not allow us to sample all nine. Although, longing glances were cast in the direction of the Quebecois, a burger covered in poutine; which, for the uninitiated, is a mixture of chips, cheese curds, and gravy.

Given the expertise in the kitchen it would have been a surprise if the burger wasn’t among the best we tasted. In the end the raw onion, which rather overpowered the other flavours, counted against it getting a top score.

Devil’s Isle – All Natural Bacon Burger, $25.20| 4 out of 5 stars

One of two available on the restaurant’s menu, the All Natural Bacon Burger is not your average burger. From the homemade patty, to the home-baked ciabatta bun, and white truffle mayo, it is obvious that the ingredients involved are of the highest quality, and you can almost taste the grass in the grass-fed beef.

This is the healthy option on this list and is no lesser a burger for that. The juiciness of the 8oz burger, combined with the caramelized onions, and Swiss cheese was a delight. The only downside was the homemade ketchup, which was slightly disappointing.

Marcus’ – Pitts Bay Burger, $27| 5 out of 5 stars

This was the best burger in its class, a beautiful blend of sweet and savory.  Featuring a great blend of beef with a nice and juicy and soft texture, awesome sharp cheese, with the mix of a sweet onion jam, and crispy bacon, rounded out with crisp lettuce, tomatoes, red onions and smooth avocado purée, and all inbetween traditional Portuguese Johnny Bread. Overall it’s great value for money at $27, being that you’re also paying for the atmosphere of the restaurant and great views of Hamilton Harbour.

Comfort Food

There are times when only a beer and a burger will do. Throw in the comfortable atmosphere of some of Bermuda’s best-loved pubs and there are days when finding an excuse to leave is harder than finding one to go in the first place.

Flanagan’s Irish Pub – Plain Burger, $14 |4.5 out of 5 stars

Imagination is the only limitation to what your burger can be at Flanagan’s. With extra toppings ranging from $1 for mushrooms and jalapenos, to $6 to make it a three-quarter pounder, the possibilities are endless. To keep things simple we opted for the plain 6oz homemade burger, which is char-grilled and comes with lettuce and tomato. The result, perfection.

From a seasoned patty that our taste tester described as “awesome” to a soft bun of sweet brioche bread, the simple choices can often be the best ones. Great value for money and, depending on your tastes, perfect for anyone. If beef isn’t your thing, then the pulled pork or chicken burger option are just as attractive.

The Frog & Onion Pub – Frog & Onion Burger, $16.99| 4.5 out of 5 stars

Basic it may be, but you’ll struggle to find a better burger west of Hamilton. Swiss cheese, crisp bacon and fried onions sit on top of a burger that our taster called “texturally awesome”. A perfect blend of sweet and salty, the juicy patty sits in the middle of a burger that has well-defined layers and is as delicious to look at as it is to eat…almost.

Swizzle Inn (North Shore) – The Swizzle Burger, $17| 4 out of 5 stars

It’s hardly a surprise that this eponymous Bermuda restaurant would feature on our list. Popular with locals and tourists alike there is no secret behind its popularity, just good food and good fun in a friendly atmosphere. Of course, that does not always mean the burger will be a winner, but in this case, it was.

A 6oz all beef burger with crisp bacon, real cheddar, lettuce, tomato and dill slices, our taster called it a “great bacon cheeseburger with a good balance of flavour”.

The basic burger can be topped off anything from fried onions, to blue cheese, or guacamole, all for an extra $1.50.

Hangover Cures

Last, but by no means least, comes this selection of tasty morsels. For those times when even speaking can seem like rocket science and your head is thumping like the speakers in your ace boys car, these are the places to go.

Mr Chicken – Swiss & Mushroom Burger, $8| 3.5 out of 5 stars

No pretence, no fancy get up, just a solid, tasty burger. The mushrooms were firm enough to go well with the juicy burger and the cheese only added to the enjoyment. Topped off with some seriously good seasoned fries and this burger has everything you need at any time of the day or night.

Bermy Cuisine – Double Decker Hamburger, $7.50| 3.5 out of 5 stars

Burgers that are homemade with plenty of fresh ingredients and a healthy dose of love, the overall eating experience is an enjoyable one. The burger is tasty, the lettuce was nice and crispy, and as everyone knows, nothing can go wrong when you mix mayonnaise and ketchup. The only downside to this burger is the bun, which was too small to accommodate a double patty, and as a result the burger fell apart a little too easily for our panel’s liking.

 The Beach – The Beach Burger, $14| 4 out of 5 stars

If the Doghouse is where we all end up on a Friday night, then Bermuda Bistro at the Beach is the destination for many the morning after the night before.

A juicy hand-crafted burger topped with lettuce, tomato, raw Onion and pickle. Again, our panel was not entirely sure about the raw onion, but this can be swapped out with fried onions if you choose. Added extras include Irish bacon, Chorizo, fried egg and avocado, all at $3 each.

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