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mini lobster fest & artisan market

july 20th, 2024

mini lobster fest & artisan Market

the lodge at jaguar reef

Every lobster season, immerse yourself in the vibrant spirit of Belize at our Mini Lobster Fest & Artisan Market! Join us as we celebrate the flavors of the sea while proudly showcasing locally made products from Belizean small artisan businesses. Experience the ultimate unwind-and-relax vibe as you savor delectable lobster dishes, sip on refreshing drinks, and sway to the captivating melodies of a local steel band.

2024 Menu

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Battle of the Bartenders

Join us as three extraordinary bartenders go head-to-head in the ultimate Battle of the Bartenders Finals! Their ultimate goal, to be named Master Mixologist earning bragging rights not just for themselves, but also the resort they represent. The three resorts participating in the competition are The Rainforest Lodge at Sleeping Giant, The Lodge at Jaguar Reef, and Umaya Resort.  While the judging panel decides, witness the clash of cocktail creativity, skill, and passion as the reigning champions from each resort showcase their talent behind the bar. Whether you’re a cocktail connoisseur, an aspiring mixologist, or simply looking for a fun way to spend the weekend, this event promises to be a thrilling celebration of the art of bartending.

Official Judges

Renegade Spirits

Play Bar

Travellers Liqours LTD.

artisan market

Discover the treasures of Belizean craftsmanship at this year’s Lobster Fest & Artisan Market where you will find an array of unique artisan products. Savor mouthwatering lobster dishes prepared by our talented Chef, while you meet local artisans, and support and uplift these talented local entrepreneurs.

entertainment

Stroll through the sun-kissed beach at The Lodge at Jaguar Reef, while music coming from local music bands enchants your soul. Lose yourself in the rhythmic beats produced by the local music bands. When your appetite calls, venture towards the food booths, where a selection of mouthwatering lobster dishes await you. Don’t miss this extraordinary experience at the beach where the symphony of waves meets the harmony of local music instruments.

In 2023, the air was filled with rhythmic beats produced by The Panerrifix Steelband.

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Food Booths

FIRE WOOD GRILL

Red Recado & Habanero Grilled Lobster Tail
US 33 | BZ 66

Fresh lobster tail grilled to perfection, accompanied with roasted Nopal sauce, pickled green papaya, and handmade flour tortilla.

Mango Chipotle Lobster Kebab
US 28 | BZ 56

Lobster chunks on a skewer w/ market vegetables s/w handmade flour tortilla and pineapple pasta salad.

Tomato BBQ Lobster Skewer
US 33 | BZ 66U

Lobster tail chunks, grilled to perfection s/w pineapple pasta salad and fresh cinnamon buns.

Lobster Carpaccio
US 24 | BZ 48

Lime-cured lobster slices, mango Chipotle aioli, minced chives, marinated shallots, seasoned baby cilantro s/w toasted crostini.

FOGUN STREET FOOD

Lobster Empanades
US 15 | BZ 30

Red beans & lobster meat stuffed on yellow corn tortilla, fried and s/w citrus cabbage slaw.

Habanero & Acihote Citrus Lobster Tostadas
US 18 | BZ 36

Thin lobster slices marinated in red Acihote and habanero citrus, marinated leeks, and cherry tomatoes.

Lobster Salbutes
US 18 | BZ 36

Tomato BBQ sauteed lobster chunks, fried yellow corn, and citrus cabbage slaw.

Lobster Wrap
US 18 | BZ 36

Handmade flour tortilla stuffed w/ crispy colored lettuce, purple onions, and cheesy lobster meat.

WINE BAR

SLUSH MACHINE COCKTAILS

Mango & Pineapple Red Wine Sangria
US 9 | BZ 18

Mango juice/pineapple juice/cavalier Syrah.

Mango & Moscato
US 8 | BZ 16

Mango juice/sip Moscato / sparkling water 

WINE BY GLASS

Sip Rose
US 11 | BZ 22
Sip Moscato
US 12 | BZ 24
Rippy Sauvignion Blanc
US 13 | BZ 26
Syrah
US 12 | BZ 24
Cepa Wine
US 9 | BZ 18

Drinks

Signature Cocktails

Cocktail prices are inclusive of tax. Subject to Resort Fee.

Beggar’s Banquet
US 15 | BZ 30

Smoky notes of our signature smoked Rosemary syrup comes alive with bourbon and a touch of fresh lime while ginger beer provides a lightly spicy spritz.

Devil’s Margarita
US 14 | BZ 28

Our twist on a favorite now includes a roasted pineapple and jalapeno syrup and a cinnamon pineapple reduction. Addition of a red wine float provides an almost ‘sangria-esque’ vibe.

Roseate Spoonbill
US 10 | BZ 20

Fresh watermelon is spooned directly from the fruit, muddled with tequila and lime juice while our signature roasted jalapeno and pineapple syrup provides body and sweetness.

Sunrise Dory
US 11 | BZ 22

Aperol’s bitterness combined with lime juice is balanced with fresh carbonated watermelon made per order in our soda siphons.

Banana Bonfire
US 14 | BZ 28

Rum is synonymous with the tropics and this cocktail uses generous amounts mixed with banana liqueur, lime juice, and served with no less than a caramelized banana.

Key Lime Cocktail
US 15 | BZ 30

Vanilla vodka and buttershots liqueur when combined with lime juice brings back memories of this famous dessert’s namesake. Topped with a lightly toasted buttershot and lime foam complete with freshly grated lime zest.

Pamplemousse Fizz
US 15 | BZ 30

Vodka is mixed with our homemade grapefruit rosemary syrup soda and served with a freshly caramelized grapefruit slice.

Larry The Coconut Guy
US 10 | BZ 20

Coconut rum and coconut milk are shaken with our signature pineapple cardamom syrup and homemade falernum to render nuances of nuts and spices.

Jankunu
US 14 | BZ 28

Fresh red bell pepper juice takes center stage in this cocktail and is balanced by our signature sage and anis brown sugar syrup. Coconut rum is added and served in a highball brushed with honey and dusted with crushed peanuts.

The Classics

Cocktail prices are inclusive of tax. Subject to Resort Fee.

Old Fashioned
US 10 | BZ 20

Bourbon or rye is gently stirred with sugar, water and bitters. Served with a citrus twist and rosemary sprig.

Manhattan
US 15 | BZ 30

Whiskey, sweet Vermouth and bitters are stirred following this classic method. Served with a citrus twist.

Negroni
US 11 | BZ 22

Famous Italian bitters, Campari leads with its robust flavors, gently stirred with gin for base and added flavor of botanicals and sweet vermouth.

Mint Julep
US 15 | BZ 30

In yet another proof that simple can prove to be great, fresh mint leaves are lightly muddled with simple syrup and bourbon and served with lots of ice that adds dilution thereby marrying the flavors.

Classic Mojito
US 10 | BZ 20

Built traditional Cuban style, this famous cocktail is a gem not only in flavor but its creation. Using fresh mint and cane sugar combined with rum and topped off with sparkling water and a drop of bitters.

Classic Margarita
US 15 | BZ 30

Staying true to the traditional recipe, tequila is shaken with fresh lime juice and orange liqueur served on the rocks with a salted rim.

Prices are in Belize dollars and include GST. Prices are subject to Resort Fee.

Big Dock Bar Menu

Signature Cocktails

Jaguar’s Aphrodisiac
BZ $24

This simple, yet well balanced cocktail includes a locally made liqueur called Nance, rum, fresh lime juice, aquafaba completed with just the right touch of aromatic bitters.

La Botana
BZ $28

A unique blend of Mezcal, freshly squeezed orange juice, pickle juice, simple syrup and a touch of soda water for spritz, topped off with beer of your choice.

Cucumber Tepache Spritz
BZ $18

A refreshing combination of fresh cucumber juice and reduction, lightly fermented pineapple tepache, white rum, and topped off with club soda for spritz.

El Fogón
BZ $28

A Mescal forward cocktail with hints of bourbon and nuts derived from homemade Orgeat syrup is rounded off with a few drops of bitters.

Big Dock
BZ $22

A stimulating burst of flavor; our mixologists have devised a concoction worthy of ancient rituals. A unique combination of soursop puree, local spices, aged rum and coconut rum blended to perfection.

Kukumba Kooler
BZ $26

Chunks of cucumber muddled with Hendricks gin, fresh lime juice, and a touch of bitters brings this refreshing cocktail to life.

Hopkins Village
BZ $24

Rum with hints of coconut rum, expertly combined with sorrel, a plant widely used in the Caribbean and a part of the hibiscus family, along other fruit juice reductions.

Classics

The Belizean Mule
BZ $22

A unique blend of vodka, fresh squeezed lime juice, homemade pineapple tepache, simple syrup and a touch of soda water for spritz.

Conch Pearl
BZ $18

White rum and Aperol lends a tart base to this cocktail while pineapple tepache is used to top off for a tropical finish.

Aperol Spritz
BZ $24

This refreshing version utilizes white wine, Campari, and club soda with an orange peel.

Roasted Mai Tai
BZ $20

Where Caribbean meets Tiki, our rift on the classic favorite utilizes lightly roasted peanuts made into Orgeat syrup, Jamaican lime juice, light and dark rum aged in bourbon barrels.

Beach Cruiser
BZ $24

This refreshing version utilizes white wine, Campari, and club soda with an orange peel.

Coconut Margarita
BZ $22

Our twist on the Mexican favorite; this recipe combines tart and sweet. Lime juice is combined with coconut cream, in a sugar rimmed glass.

Pesto Infused Mojito
BZ $20

Our team goes into the kitchen for this one, utilizing a homemade pesto wash infused into sugarcane rum then gently muddled with lime juice, fresh basil and raw cane sugar topped off with club soda.

Soursop Daiquiri
BZ $18

This miracle fruit has been a go to in Mesoamerica for millennia. So we added some rum to it following the classic style of shaking and strained into a chilled hurricane glass.

Beers, Sodas & Canned Wines

Belikin Beer
BZ $8
Belikin Light
BZ $8
Belikin Stout
BZ $8
Land Shark
BZ $8
Guinness
BZ $8
Red Strip
BZ $8
Donelli Lambrusco Bianca
BZ $16
Donelli Lambrusco Rosso
BZ $16
Coke
BZ $4
Diet Coke
BZ $4
Red Fanta
BZ $4
Orange Fanta
BZ $4
Sprite
BZ $4
Grapefruit
BZ $4
Grape Fanta
BZ $4
Soda Water
BZ $4
Tonic Water
BZ $4

Prices are in Belize dollars and include GST. Prices are subject to Resort Fee.

Prices are in Belize dollars and include GST. Prices are subject to Resort Fee.

Charlie's Pool Bar Menu

Signature Cocktails

Kriol Bram
BZ $22

Sorrel, a relative to hibiscus and native to West Africa, has long been used to make wines and is a Belizean tradition especially in the Kriol culture where wine would be made in preparation of visits around Christmas by neighbors. Here we are utilizing the essence of the plant to render a slightly tart yet refreshing cocktail reminiscent of a daiquiri.

Cucumber Tepache Spritz
BZ $18

A refreshing combination of fresh cucumber juice and reduction, lightly fermented pineapple tepache, white rum, and topped off with club soda for spritz.

Nutty Professor
BZ $28

This rich concoction mixes Irish cream, coffee liqueur, and crunchy peanut butter and rum for a kick served in no less than a caramel syrup swirled glass complete with whipped cream.

Nance Sour
BZ $22

Local craboo liqueur is shaken with rum, lime juice and egg white offering a unique flavor derived from this tropical berry. Topped off with a few drops of Angostura bitters.

Kukumba Kooler
BZ $26

Chunks of cucumber muddled with Hendricks gin, fresh lime juice, and a touch of bitters brings this refreshing cocktail to life.

Hibiscus Punch
BZ $24

Light rum with hints of coconut rum, expertly combined with sorrel, a plant widely used in the Caribbean and a part of the hibiscus family, along other fruit juice reductions.

Classics

Roasted Pepita Mai Tai
BZ $20

Pumpkin seeds are lightly toasted and made into our own version of Orgeat syrup, shaken with local citrus juices and served with an aged rum float.

The Belizean Mule
BZ $22

A unique blend of vodka, fresh squeezed lime juice, homemade pineapple tepache, simple syrup and a touch of soda water for spritz.

Belizean Aged Rum Sour
BZ $18

6-year-old Belizean rum aged in bourbon barrels shaken with homemade sour mix and eggwhite.

Margarita A La Tepache
BZ $22

Lightly fermented pineapple skins are shaken with fresh lime juice and just the right amount of tequila served on a hurricane in a lightly dusted tajin rimmed glass.

Classic Pina Colada
BZ $20

A house twist using Belizean rum, homemade pineapple reduction, tepache, lime juice, coconut cream, shaken and strained over fresh ice.

Soursop Colada
BZ $20

This exotic fruit is pulped and combined with coconut cream, rum, and served blended.