Emilio’s

That same sense of legacy runs through who’s running the kitchen today. Norman and Sue have spent their lives in St. Maarten hospitality, and it shows — the kind of warmth that only comes from decades of genuinely loving what you do. These days, the reins are slowly passing to their son Drew and his wife Marianela, who lead the team with the same instinct for making every guest feel like family, not a reservation number.

Together, they’ve shaped a menu that blends high-end dining with an original, casual, Caribbean-influenced twist — elegant without ever feeling stiff. Executive Chef Sydney transformed the kitchen’s direction with Nouveau International cuisine and vintage bistro-style dishes, mixed with Caribbean ingredients and spices, so the plates feel both worldly and completely at home on this island.

Whatever else you order, save room: Sue’s carrot cake has earned its reputation on Sint Maarten and is not to be missed.

Wine Cellar & Cocktails
The wine cellar holds over 100 labels from around the world, enough to satisfy any serious wine connoisseur.

If cocktails are more your evening, let Drew’s mixologist instincts guide you — his Caribbean-inspired creations built around local tamarind and other seasonal ingredients are worth the trip on their own, and their twist on the Old Fashioned has its own following.