Inside Botanica: Secret Bay’s Hyper-Local Culinary Experience

For a hyper-local culinary experience like no other, step into Botanica — Secret Bay’s outdoor culinary sanctuary nestled along the serene Cario River. Here, dining transcends the plate as guests are invited to feast the senses amid an organic garden where every ingredient tells a story. From fresh vegetables to fragrant herbs and aromatic spices, the produce is sourced directly from the garden itself, offering true garden-to-fork decadence rooted in sustainability.

Chef’s Table

At the heart of Botanica is the Chef’s Table, an intimate outdoor dining experience designed for connection, flavor, and discovery. Guests savor carefully crafted dishes that celebrate the island’s vibrant ingredients while enjoying a front-row view of the garden where it all begins.

For a hands-on culinary adventure, Botanica hosts six-seat, farm- and sea-to-table cooking classes three times weekly. Each session features plant-based, pescatarian, and omnivore menus, using traceable organic produce, fish, and meats either foraged from the property or sourced from nearby farms. Guests cook alongside Secret Bay’s talented chefs, learning the art of hyperlocal, sustainable cuisine while deepening their connection to the land and sea.

Organic Garden

Planted with locally sourced seeds and saplings, Botanica’s garden is a living testament to sustainability and flavor. Every bite reflects careful cultivation and the vibrant essence of the island, connecting guests directly to the land from which their meals originate.

Foraging Experience

For an even deeper connection, guests can join chefs for foraging excursions, harvesting fresh vegetables, herbs, and spices that will later appear on their plates. It’s an immersive, hands-on way to explore the richness of the island’s flavors while gaining a newfound appreciation for the care behind each dish.

At Botanica, every meal is more than just dining — it’s a journey from garden to table, a celebration of sustainability, and a sensory experience that lingers long after the last bite.