Pottery places and local art

[vermonter16]

Ok, as I try to think of how to fill our day in Barbados I see that there are different pottery places. DH loves pottery and I thought we could just take a cab and go to one of the places (like earthworks maybe). Is there shopping near the pier? Also, we like to find small paintings of different places where we go - would they have any of those near the dock for reasonably priced? And how expensive does the pottery run? Any good places to eat near the dock? We have every other port filled with something with the exception of this one so I figure we'll just take it easy? Maybe? I'm still trying to decide. Any help would be appreciated!

[Aplmac]

All the taxi drivers know where EARTHWORKS is located.

Nice view too!

 

Also on the Earthworks complex is ON THE WALL Art Gallery

www.onthewallartgallery.com

 

and right next to that is TREETOPS Restaurant

where you can sit in a cool breeze at treetop level

sip a drink (ask for a Bentley - it's a glorified lemonade)

and check out the view right across the island to Hilton Hotel.

 

Yes, On The Wall has small paintings and artwork,

they'll even take it off the stretcher for you

and roll it in a tube for easy transportation!

When you get back home,

your local art place will replace it on a new stretcher

for you to have it framed.

How cool is that?

[vermonter16]

That is way, way cool! Do you know if they have taxis that hang outside of the place when we are ready to come back? Also - what kind of food does the restaurant have? This all sounds really perfect!

[Aplmac]

That is way, way cool!

Do you know if they have taxis that hang outside of the place

when we are ready to come back?

Also - what kind of food does the restaurant have?

This all sounds really perfect!

Glad you like the sound of it.

It's really quite a popular stop for tourists,

many of them arriving by coach (as well as taxi).

 

No, no taxis hanging around waiting for the odd customer,

'coz it's a bit off the beaten track, but he might wait on you.

Maybe you'll come on a coach, in which case that'll wait on you.

 

What kind of food does Treetop serve?

Sandwiches, salads, wraps, focaccia ..that sorta snacky stuff.

- something to nibble for a light tropical lunch.

 

I forgot to mention that..

downstairs of On The Wall Art Gallery and Treetop

is Hendy's amazing BATIK store, where he also gives demonstrations.

He's also a conventional artist, so his batik work is goood.

[vermonter16]

Batik? I just googled it! That sounds great too! Do you recall prices on the Batik work? It looks so neat on the Internet! DH is a real crafty guy and loves local art so this seems that it all might really work out! I actually sent an email to the art gallery and they have already replied back with the information I was looking for!!! You have really helped out a lot! I can't wait to tell DH all about it. He's out of town right now but as soon as he gets back I'm going to key him in on this! I think it just might be a hit!

[Aplmac]

Batik? I just googled it! That sounds great too! Do you recall prices on the Batik work? It looks so neat on the Internet! DH is a real crafty guy and loves local art so this seems that it all might really work out! I actually sent an email to the art gallery and they have already replied back with the information I was looking for!!! You have really helped out a lot! I can't wait to tell DH all about it. He's out of town right now but as soon as he gets back I'm going to key him in on this! I think it just might be a hit!

If, on the day you're there,

the lady at OnTheWall Art Gallery is Jennifer,

she's aplmac's wife - that's why I know so much about the place!

 

Jen works there 2 or 3 days a week,

in between the other girls who do likewise.

 

That swift email response woulda come from Vanita, the gallery's owner.

Actually there are two On The Wall galleries..

the other one's over on the South Coast,

at a restaurant called Champers

which does lunch.

 

Champers can be found up on the small cliff

at the Eastern end of Rockley Beach,

known to locals as Accra Beach.

 

Prices on the batik? I haven't a clue,sorry.

I just know Hendy does his magic

downstairs of where Wife works, nothing more, sorry.

[vermonter16]

aplmac - I can't believe I didn't even notice where you were from!!! The caribbean!!! ...and Barbados at that :) ...and then I see the names and I'm like hmm.... :) Yes, it was Vanita who emailed me! Very nice. I'm getting pretty excited about it all!

[Aplmac]

What kind of food does the TREETOP Restaurant have?

 

I got ahold of a Menu!

 

Several types of Panini (whole wheat bread available)

 

Greek Salad, Caesar Salad, Garden Cafe Salad

- available with Salad Companions -

Blackened Chicken, Flying Fish, Tuna Salad

 

and side orders of

Garlic Bread, Hummus, Pita Bread and French Bread

 

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Beverages:

 

Rum Punch, Rum&Coke

 

Daiquiri's in Mango, Strawberry or Banana flavors

 

Beer and Shandy

 

Wines(by the glass)

Chardonnay, Pino Grigio or Merlot

 

Soda's

Coke Coke Lite, Sprite, Lime Squash, Soda Water

 

Still Water and Lemonade

 

Juices: Pineapple or Orange - Fruit Punch

 

Milk Shakes (Strawberry Chocolate or Vanilla flavors!)

 

Smoothies (Mango, Strawberry, Passion Fruit , Pina Colada flavors)

 

__________ Bon Appetit! ____________

 

 

 

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[vermonter16]

This is too much! You are fantastic!

[Aplmac]

Took a few pictures today, up at Earthworks...

 

Their stuff is very attractive!

see the pics.

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[Aplmac]

Nice coffee mugs.

 

If you're at Earthworks, going inland

you aren't that far away from our No.1 attraction

Harrison's Caves - in the middle of the island,

so consider visiting Earthworks after your trip to the Caves.

 

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[Sea Breeze]

we are coming via cruise ship in Nov, which car rental place is recommended? And how do people get to the rental agency when arriving from ship.

 

I was in barbados back in 95 can't wait to bring friends of ours there..

 

Deb

[Aplmac]

we are coming via cruise ship in Nov,

which car rental place is recommended?

And how do people get to the rental agency when arriving from ship.===> they'll come to you?

 

I would suggest... Coconut Car Rentals

 

call them at (246)-437-0297

-or Fax them at (246)-228-9820

 

either way I'd book it soon!

Winter months get pretty hectic for car rentals around here.

 

Very likely, they'll make arrangements to pick you up at the harbour,

and take you over to the nearest Cop Shop

to register your driving license(cost Bds.$10 = US$5 - good for a year!)

and then you guys will sign a contract, transfer some money

and you'll be on your way!

 

That's the usual arrangement with car rentals on the island.

 

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[Sea Breeze]

Thank you for you fast help... I appreciate it very much...

 

Deb:D