Dining at Secret Bay
The fresh, nourishing flavours of Dominica are part of every stay. Our culinary team reimagines the island’s vibrant ingredients foraged on the property or sourced from nearby fishers and farmers’ markets, fostering a hyperlocal, traceable connection between guests and the island. Dine in-villa with a personal chef. Settle into Bwa Denn Kitchen, where food, art, and community converge. Take a seat at the Botanica chef’s table, set in our organic garden by the Cario River. Reserve one of our quiet decks overlooking the Caribbean Sea for a private, firelit evening. Or secure one of just twenty seats at Zing Zing, our open-air restaurant above Tibay Beach, for a six-course Discovery Menu with three handcrafted cocktails that change nightly. Complementing every dining experience is Secret Bay’s curated wine collection, from easy-drinking selections available in your villa to the premium vintages of our Grand Cave cellar.
Bwa Denn
Experience a creative and cultural immersion like no other at Secret Bay’s brand-new Bwa Denn. Embraced by the sights and sounds of the rainforest, the modern minimalist two-level structure features a casual gourmet restaurant on the ground floor for daily breakfast and all-day eats inspired by the island, a full-service bar, open-air terrace, art gallery, hip microbrewery, conference space, mini theater and cutting-edge wine cellar. The rooftop lounge and dining space with extensive ocean vistas is home to our delectable tapas menu and signature “no menu” concept, an adults-only (16+ years) fine-dining experience at Secret Bay. Admire inspiring artworks either from the ground floor or the internally suspended view deck and sip on craft kombucha brewed directly on-site with local ingredients and — above all — revel in a refreshed Nature Island experience.
Zing Zing
Secret Bay’s acclaimed open-air restaurant returns with a new chef, an expanded format, and an entirely new level of intimacy. Limited to just 20 guests per evening, Zing Zing is now the most personalized fine-dining experience in the Caribbean. Beneath a canopy-style roof above Tibay Beach, Chef Allison Lo curates a six-course Discovery Menu built around what the island provides each day: fresh-caught seafood, seasonal fruits, vibrant vegetables, and fragrant local herbs. There is no fixed menu. The direction of the evening is dictated by availability, creativity, and precision, allowing exceptional produce to lead. Chef Allison moves through the dining room over the course of the evening, personally introducing each course and the story behind every ingredient. Three handcrafted cocktails are created each night using the freshest local ingredients, reflecting the same daily-driven philosophy as the cuisine. A thoughtfully selected wine flight is also available, designed to elevate and harmonise with each course. Guests may also explore our Grand Cave collection of premium wines, ranging from $300 to $2,000 per bottle. With only twenty seats, reservations are essential. Simply confirm your table through your dedicated villa host.
Botanica: Organic Garden & Chef’s Table
Feast the senses with an outdoor chef table experience nestled into an organic garden by the Cario river. Guests may enjoy true garden-to-fork decadence with wholesome, plant-based entrees paired with fresh vegetables, fragrant herbs, and aromatic spices sourced from the Chef’s organic garden. Botanica hosts 6-seat, farm- and sea-to-table cooking classes three times weekly, each featuring plant-based, pescatarian and omnivore menus using traceable organic produce, fish and meats forage from the property or sources from nearby farms.
In-Villa, Poolside or Beach Dining
Whether you wish to dine in the comfort of your own villa or crave a full day with the entire family in the sun, your dedicated villa host will take care of all dining details — from setting the table and mixing cocktails to placing your order for a poolside lunch to paddling a packed picnic directly to you at Secret Beach. All-day eats are selected off our à la carte menus, featuring sea- and farm-to-table plates inspired by the island’s bounty. For breakfast in-villa, savor our Traditional Dominican Breakfast, nutrient-rich smoothie bowls or sumptuous eggs-to-order prepared in-villa by your villa host.
Deck Dining
Reserve one of our quiet decks overlooking the Caribbean Sea for a private, firelit fine dining experience. The picturesque Sunset Deck offers sweeping views and cracking Caribbean sunsets on repeat, while Gwiyavyé Heights serves up an intimate al fresco dining experience while suspended amongst the treetops of an organic guava grove and our Beach Bonfire provides spectacular firelit fine dining with your toes in the sand.
Pre-Stocking
Every Secret Bay stay includes a complimentary Organic Breakfast Basket, filled with a supply of farm fresh eggs, organic fruit, homemade granola, yogurt, bread, jam and dried fruit, coffee beans and local lemongrass and cocoa teas, pre-stocked and replenished, on request, for the duration of stay.
Guests also have the option to pre-stock their villa kitchen with their favourite foods, from specialty ingredients for a quiet evening in-villa to homemade snacks, beverages and a medley of locally-grown organic produce, all of which you may note on your pre-arrival questionnaire or request from your villa host during your stay. Whether you choose to cook in your fully-equipped European gourmet kitchen or have your villa host prepare breakfast to your specifications, you can rest assured that all ingredients are of the highest quality, sourced either on property or from nearby markets.
Add-Ons
Private Chef
Bwa Denn Kitchen at Secret Bay isn’t the only locale to savor the vibrant flavors of The Nature Island. With our private chef experience, you’ll indulge in locally-sourced, seasonally-inspired dishes all artfully made within the serene setting of your own villa. Whether you wish to mimic our signature “no menu” experience or guide our executive chef to prepare the meal of your dreams, you and yours can rest assured that the evening will be nothing short of unforgettable.
Cooking Classes
For those seeking a participatory culinary experience rooted in Dominica’s rich culture, Secret Bay offers personalised in-villa and chef’s table cooking classes. Here, you’ll discover indigenous ingredients and preparations under the guidance of our executive chef. Whether learning how to de-spine the sustainably caught Lionfish or joining the chef in foraging the Secret Bay property for wild herbs and vegetables to inspire your lunch, you’ll leave the kitchen forever changed.
Wine at Secret Bay
In addition to the well-stocked wine cooler available in your villa, we also offer a selection of fine wines from around the world stored in our temperature-controlled cellar. Whether you’re craving a chilled glass of Provençal rosé in your hammock, a Champagne aperitif to celebrate a special occasion or an exceptional vintage red to accompany your dinner at Bwa Denn, all of our wines have been especially selected by our sommelier and we are sure there will be one that is just right for you.
Lunch & Dinner
Beyond each stay’s daily full breakfast and complimentary Organic Breakfast Basket, guests have the option to indulge in the nourishing, flavourful and colorful fare of their choosing with the Lunch & Dinner add-on. This package covers meals in the afternoon or evening, or both. Lunch is available off our island-to-table menus or packed to take with you on your adventures of the day while dinner is served at Bwa Denn à la carte or following our executive chef’s innovative “no-menu” concept.
Culinary Journeys Package
Indulge in nutrient-rich, colorful and succulent island fare with a personalised dinner program designed by our executive chef, enjoyed at Bwa Denn. This package also includes all breakfasts crafted in-villa by your dedicated villa host and a customised in-villa cooking class led by our executive chef, who will offer tips and tricks on reimagining Dominica’s indigenous ingredients, many of which are foraged right here at Secret Bay.
All-Embracing
Experience Secret Bay to the fullest with peerlessly personalised service, an extensive culinary journey and your choice of three transformative experiences to make the most of your time on the Nature Island — plus one cooking class with our executive chef, roundtrip airport transfers and more. With this comprehensive offer, you won’t miss a beat.
