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Nicky Gurret Wins At Flower Show In India

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Published On :: Mon, 02 Mar 2020 14:27:47 +0000

Nicky Gurret recently won first place in her class at the World Association of Flower Artists [WAFA] show in Jaipur, India. Ms. Gurret said, “I am thrilled to receive first place and be acknowledged on the world stage as one of the best floral artists in the world, especially in India, where floral art is […]

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Magazine Features Mother/Daughter Floral Art

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Published On :: Sat, 02 May 2020 10:46:10 +0000

Nicky Gurret and Camille Chin-Gurret’s floral art has been featured in the Summer edition of the magazine ‘The Floral Arranger,’ one of the world’s leading magazines for flower arrangers. This is the third time Ms. Gurret has had her floral art featured in the magazine, with this feature highlighting the exhibit the pair did for […]

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BTA Release Bermuda Food Harvest Almanac

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Published On :: Fri, 03 Jan 2020 11:15:36 +0000

With the help of local farmers, fishermen and beekeepers, the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] has created a Bermuda Food Harvest Almanac to debut this weekend at the Botanical Gardens Farmers’ Market. The pocket-sized guide is “designed to connect restaurateurs, grocers and consumers with locally grown foods at their freshest.” “As we roll out a food […]

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Culinary Tour Of Cooper’s Island On January 26

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Published On :: Sun, 12 Jan 2020 18:00:48 +0000

Celebrity chef Eric Adjepong is getting set to join Doreen Williams-James of Wild Herbs N Plants Bermuda on January 26 for a one-time culinary tour of Cooper’s Island. The tour costs $65 and will depart from Clearwater Beach at 2.30pm. An online promo said, “Celebrity chef Eric Adjepong of Top Chef joins Doreen Williams-James of […]

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Heritage Picnic Launches Restaurant Weeks

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Published On :: Thu, 16 Jan 2020 23:39:59 +0000

A picnic combining Bermuda’s creative talent and centuries-old island history has officially launched Restaurant Weeks 2020. Under sunny skies, 60 attendees enjoyed the outdoor fragrance and food-pairing lunch staged by the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] in the rose garden of 300-year-old Waterville, the Bermuda National Trust Headquarters in Paget. The event, teaming luxury picnic purveyor and event […]

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Lionfish Bites Fundraiser On January 25th

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Published On :: Sat, 18 Jan 2020 13:00:39 +0000

The Bermuda Zoological Society, Bermuda Lionfish Taskforce, and Bermuda Tourism Authority will be hosting a fundraiser entitled “Lionfish Bites” on Saturday, January 25, from 6.00pm to 8.00pm at the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo. An online promo said, “An evening of lionfish canapes and other tasty treats expertly prepared by celebrity Chef Eric Adjepong and […]

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‘The Art Of Meal Prep’ Free Webinar On Jan 21

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Published On :: Sat, 18 Jan 2020 15:00:07 +0000

Ocean Rock Wellness will be hosting a free online webinar titled ‘The Art of Meal Prep’ on Tuesday, January 21 at 12.00pm to encourage individuals to make small changes in their diet. A spokesperson said, “Ocean Rock Wellness is hosting a free online webinar ‘The Art of Meal Prep’ to encourage individuals to make small […]

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Restaurant Weeks Events With Chef Adjepong

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Published On :: Mon, 20 Jan 2020 20:52:35 +0000

While the upcoming Bermuda Culture & Heritage Dinner is sold out, a number of events will allow the public to engage with celebrity chef Eric Adjepong during his time on the island for Restaurant Weeks, including a live podcast event, Afro Jam, the Lionfish Bites fundraiser, a Sunday brunch, and the Wild Flavours Foraging Tour. […]

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Food Review: Restaurant Weeks At Marcus

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Published On :: Thu, 23 Jan 2020 12:33:42 +0000

[Written by Mikaela Ian Pearman] It’s that time of year again – Restaurant Weeks! It’s almost like a holiday, because there are such amazing deals on offer and it helps with the January blues. My first stop their year was Marcus’ at Hamilton Princess. Marcus’ is one of my favourite restaurants and Chef Danai is truly […]

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Review: Restaurant Weeks At Island Brasserie

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Published On :: Fri, 24 Jan 2020 19:13:14 +0000

[Written by Mikaela Ian Pearman] My second stop for Restaurant Weeks was the fabulous Island Brasserie at Rosewood Bermuda. It’s one of my favourite spots because the food by Chef Gerry Adams is always incredible. Island Brasserie launched a new steakhouse-style menu last year and Chef Gerry explained he decided to select items from the […]

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Review: Restaurant Weeks At Tempest Bistro

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Published On :: Sun, 26 Jan 2020 21:13:32 +0000

[Written by Mikaela Ian Pearman] For my third stop for Restaurant Weeks, I decided to head to Tempest Bistro because it’s a great spot for amazing food and they had vegan options on the RW menu. I’m not vegan but I love well-executed vegan food. Tempest had a vegan special for each course, which is incredible […]

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Princess Offer Australian Menu To Help Wildlife

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Published On :: Tue, 28 Jan 2020 16:20:15 +0000

Hamilton Princess & Beach Club is raising money for Australian charity, Sydney Wildlife, in the wake of the country’s devastating bushfires. Marcus’, the hotel’s flagship restaurant, will be offering a special, Australian-themed a la carte menu for lunch and dinner on Friday, January 31st, with proceeds set to assist orphaned native animals in Australia. Diners will […]

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Tempest Bistro Veganuary Dinner On January 31

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Published On :: Thu, 30 Jan 2020 00:00:42 +0000

[Written by Mikaela Ian Pearman] Tempest Bistro will be ending January out on a healthy, but delicious note with its annual Veganuary dinner. The event premiered last year and was completely sold out. The chefs presented such an innovative, delicious vegan feast that the restaurant knew they had to do it again. Veganuary will be […]

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Food Review: Restaurant Weeks At Sul Verde

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Published On :: Thu, 30 Jan 2020 10:30:02 +0000

[Written by Mikaela Ian Pearman] My fourth stop for Restaurant Weeks was Sul Verde at Rosewood Bermuda. I love Sul Verde because the vibe is so relaxed and they have the best pizza in Bermuda. I was excited to sample the special menu to try dishes I’d never had there. I tend to order the same […]

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“Fish Fry” Postponed Due To Weather Forecast

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Published On :: Sat, 01 Feb 2020 13:00:19 +0000

The Bermuda Transport Museum “Fish Fry”, which was scheduled for this Sunday, has been postponed due to a forecast of inclement weather. The BTA posted on social media stating, “Due to a forecast of high winds & rain this Sunday [Feb 2], the Bermuda Transport Museum ‘Fish Fry’ is postponed. Our new date is Sunday, […]

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Thomas & Tucker To Be Honoured At Dinner

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Published On :: Mon, 03 Feb 2020 14:32:45 +0000

The Hamilton Princess & Beach Club will be commemorating Black History Month by honouring two notable Bermudians –  Ruth Thomas and Gil Tucker – on February 29th. A spokesperson said, “Following the success of last year’s events, Hamilton Princess & Beach Club will once again be celebrating Black History Month by honouring two notable Bermudians. “The dinner […]

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Princess: ‘Chocolate Cave’ For Valentine’s Day

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Published On :: Thu, 06 Feb 2020 19:26:19 +0000

Some 200lbs of chocolate will be used to create a ‘Chocolate Cave’ at the Hamilton Princess for Valentine’s Day, with diners able to treat themselves to an “enormous range of chocolate desserts, from mousses to cakes and truffles to a chocolate fountain.” “Marcus’, the flagship restaurant of Hamilton Princess & Beach Club, has announced the creation […]

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Survey Results Praise Restaurant Weeks

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Published On :: Fri, 14 Feb 2020 21:00:50 +0000

[Updated with video] An effort to raise the profile of Bermuda Restaurant Weeks by introducing food experiences beyond the walls of a restaurant has won favour with restaurateurs, according to an industry survey. A spokesperson said, “Two events – a fragrance and food pairing picnic and a church-inspired culture dinner – took place during Restaurant […]

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Photos: Chocolate Cave At Hamilton Princess

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Published On :: Sat, 15 Feb 2020 09:04:04 +0000

As part of their Valentine’s Day celebration, Marcus’, the flagship restaurant of Hamilton Princess & Beach Club, created a decadent ‘Chocolate Cave’ using some 200lbs of chocolate. A spokesperson previously said, “From the evening of Valentine’s Day on Friday, February 14 through to the Champagne Brunch on February 16, guests will be able to enjoy a […]

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Review: Chocolate Cave Valentine’s At Marcus

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Published On :: Sat, 15 Feb 2020 16:04:11 +0000

[Written by Mikaela Ian Pearman] Indulging in a chocolate feast is an incredible experience on most days. But offer that feast on Valentine’s Day and you’ve got a winner. Hamilton Princess decided to offer a creative option this year with a chocolate cave for their loved-up diners. The cave is built inside the private dining room […]

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FryDays To Open Gaming Lounge On Sunday

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Published On :: Sun, 16 Feb 2020 02:33:47 +0000

FryDays will be holding the grand opening of their new gaming lounge tomorrow [Feb 16] from 11.00am to 5.00pm. A spokesperson said, “Are you celebrating a birthday? Are you looking for a party venue? FryDays, upstairs in the Bermudiana Arcade in Hamilton, has created an interactive entertainment venue for hosting epic parties that will create […]

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HSBC & TEDS Annual Feeding Programme

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Published On :: Sat, 22 Feb 2020 19:00:02 +0000

In partnership with The Eliza DoLittle Society [TEDS], an estimated 400 staff members of HSBC Bermuda are getting set to volunteer to help cook hot meals at St. John’s Church Hall and distribute grocery hampers to members of the community. A spokesperson said, “In partnership with The Eliza DoLittle Society, HSBC Bermuda’s workforce strive to […]

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Food Review: February Menu At Pink Beach

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Published On :: Wed, 26 Feb 2020 17:00:51 +0000

[Written by Mikaela Ian Pearman] When one thinks of Pink Beach Club at The Loren, you tend to conjure up thoughts of a gorgeous Bermuda scene with blue ocean, gorgeous sky and the sound of waves crashing. And that usually means warmer weather. But The Loren is still kicking in the winter, especially on the […]

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Princess Unveils The Duchess Café & Gelateria

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Published On :: Thu, 27 Feb 2020 22:40:53 +0000

The Duchess Café and Gelateria will be the island’s newest coffee shop destination when it opens at Hamilton Princess & Beach Club on Monday, March 2 and has created four new jobs for Bermudians at the resort. Named for Princess Louise, Duchess of Argyll – the hotel’s namesake – the stylish café will offer a […]

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Dellwood Middle School “Fish Fry” On March 6

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Published On :: Mon, 02 Mar 2020 10:26:03 +0000

The Parent Teacher Student Association of Dellwood Middle School is set to host a “Fish Fry” — with mac-n-cheese, peas-n-rice, coleslaw, beets, and dessert — at the Dellwood Middle School on Friday, March 6th from 12.00pm to 6.00pm. Related Stories “Fish Fry” Postponed Due To Weather Forecast Tickets On Sale For ‘Taste Of Bermuda’ Taste […]

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Podcast Series To Promote Restaurant Weeks

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Published On :: Mon, 02 Mar 2020 15:24:12 +0000

A two-part, travel-themed podcast series recorded in Bermuda during Restaurant Weeks 2020 officially released its first installment today online. The content, produced by Travel with Meaning, is intended to promote next year’s Restaurant Weeks, the campaign’s 10th anniversary. Malcolm Gosling, President and CEO of Gosling’s International, is the interviewed subject for the debut episode. Bravo […]

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Bermudian Chefs Launch Weekly “Cultural Bites”

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Published On :: Tue, 03 Mar 2020 17:51:48 +0000

A pair of Bermudian chefs, fresh off their collaboration with international culinary star Eric Adjepong, are launching a weekly culinary experience to carry forward January’s sell-out Restaurant Weeks dinner. After teaming up with Chef Adjepong of Bravo TV’s Top Chef fame to host Bermuda’s Culture & Heritage Dinner at Fourways Restaurant, Jaelen Steede and Raeven […]

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Fairmont Southampton To Hold Dining Festival

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Published On :: Thu, 05 Mar 2020 16:22:55 +0000

Fairmont Southampton is getting set to hold a dining and sustainability festival from April 3 to April 6. A spokesperson said, “The weekend of events will launch with locally sourced and inspired food and beverage pairing dinners including the Pollinator Dinner and Lion Fish Dinner, culminating in a sustainable dining and food festival on Sunday […]

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Meal Pick Up Plan Aimed To Help Restaurants

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Published On :: Wed, 18 Mar 2020 18:27:58 +0000

In light of the global Covid-19 pandemic, the Bermuda Chamber of Commerce launched an initiative aimed at keeping restaurants operating, with a “plan to have customers order meals online and pick up curbside. ” A spokesperson said, “Today the Bermuda Chamber of Commerce launched an initiative with the assistance of the City of Hamilton and the […]

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Meals On Wheels Appeals For Volunteers

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Published On :: Mon, 23 Mar 2020 10:36:52 +0000

Meals on Wheels are appealing for volunteers for kitchen operations, deliveries and also additional help with the phones and administration. A spokesperson said, “Meals on Wheels offer an essential and critical service and we need to keep operational through these challenging times. Many of our regular volunteers are no longer able to assist us and […]

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Appleby Support Restaurants With Gift Cards

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Published On :: Mon, 30 Mar 2020 12:35:57 +0000

Appleby’s Bermuda office is supporting local restaurants by giving all its employees $100 gift cards to use for takeout meals, or in the restaurants when they open again. Bermuda Managing Partner, Tim Faries said: “Appleby has deep roots in Bermuda and we wanted to do our part to support the local restaurants that are struggling […]

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Butterfield Bank Donate $150,000 For Meals

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Published On :: Mon, 30 Mar 2020 13:46:53 +0000

The Bank of Butterfield is donating $150,000 for a programme with The Loren to deliver healthy meals to senior citizens and vulnerable persons in Bermuda during the Covid-19 health crisis, with the programme set to begin on Wednesday. A spokesperson said, “The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited and The Loren Hotel at Pink […]

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Column: The Home-Cooking Renaissance

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Published On :: Thu, 16 Apr 2020 09:36:03 +0000

[Opinion column written by OBA Senate Leader Marcus Jones] Growing up, eating out was strictly a luxury for our family on special occasions. A birthday celebration, wedding reception, or a church event were the only times we would venture out to dine in a restaurant or hotel. Fortunately for us, the matriarchs of our family […]

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Video: Butterfield & Loren Meal Programme

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Published On :: Mon, 20 Apr 2020 18:40:55 +0000

In response to the Covid-19 pandemic, The Loren and Butterfield Bank launched a community feeding program to feed 500 of Bermuda’s most vulnerable residents on a daily basis. A spokesperson previously said, “The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited and The Loren Hotel at Pink Beach announced that they have initiated an urgent meal programme to […]

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Wild Edible Herbal Classes Offered Via Zoom

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Published On :: Sat, 25 Apr 2020 10:26:27 +0000

Wild Herbs N Plants of Bermuda is getting set to hold ‘Wild Edible Herbal Classes’ via Zoom from Sunday, April 26 through Tuesday, April 28. A spokesperson said, “We have been doing our wild edible herbal tours for going on three years now, and many people have asked if we are going to be doing […]

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Princess Offer ‘To Go’ Mother’s Day Brunch

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Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 20:25:18 +0000

Hamilton Princess & Beach Club will be offering its traditional Mother’s Day Brunch in to-go format this weekend for those wanting to celebrate their mothers in the usual Bermudian way. “The Hamilton Princess brunch offering will feed four people with a wide spread of more than 15 menu items that will evoke brunch classics and […]

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Photos/Results: Motorcycle Racing Club

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Published On :: Thu, 14 Jun 2018 09:28:46 +0000

Despite the day’s rainy conditions, the Bermuda Motorcycle Racing Club didn’t let the weather dampen the day’s events and continued their summer series with the second race day of the season. New youth racer, Alex Blakeney, joined the circuit as part of the Minibike Class while popular scooter racer, Nasaje Anderson, made an anticipated return […]

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BMRC To Host Wett & Wild Trophy Race Day

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Published On :: Wed, 20 Jun 2018 01:00:50 +0000

The Bermuda Motorcycle Racing Club is partnering with Wett & Wild Water Service to host their upcoming race day next Sunday, June 24th. The Wett & Wild Trophy Race Day will be held at the RUBiS Southside Raceway, opposite Clearwater Beach. Gates open to the general public at 11:30 am with races beginning at 1:00 […]

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Photos & Results: Wett & Wild Trophy Race Day

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Published On :: Thu, 28 Jun 2018 09:57:33 +0000

Action resumed in the Bermuda Motorcycle Racing Club [BMRC] season with the running of the Wett & Wild Trophy Race Day. The Wett & Wild sponsored race day was an action-packed day of high-speed motorcycle racing at the RUBiS Southside Raceway. As the BMRC completes its third race day of the 2018 Circuit Racing Championship, […]

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Motorcycle Club Pays Tribute To Navell Darrell

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Published On :: Mon, 02 Jul 2018 12:42:53 +0000

[Written by Bermuda Motorcycle Racing Club President Takara Dill] Navell ‘Beetle’ Darrell was a veteran racer of our Club and last year he was credited with being the eldest member on the grid during our 2017 circuit. When we first heard about the motorcycle accident on Wednesday and that it might have been him, I believe […]

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BMRC Motorcycle Circuit Racing Series Results

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Published On :: Mon, 09 Jul 2018 13:16:18 +0000

Yesterday’s Bermuda Motorcycle Racing Club race day was dedicated to Navell Ricky “Beetle” Darrell, a well loved and devoted senior racer of the club who passed away in a motorcycle accident recently. “The race day commenced with a memorial ride for Beetle where all racers from across the club’s four classes joined together and took […]

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Bermuda Motorcycle Racing Club Standings

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Published On :: Wed, 22 Aug 2018 11:00:22 +0000

Following the most recent round of Bermuda Motorcycle Racing Club action, the current standings are below. Kymaree Pitt leads the Minibike Junior Division with 285 points, Jediah Cumbermack is in second with 277 points and Aeziah Divine is in third with 191 points. Nasaje Anderson is the current leader in the Scooter 70 Class with […]

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Photos, Video & Results: Motorcycle Club Racing

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Published On :: Mon, 27 Aug 2018 01:37:26 +0000

The Bermuda Motorcycle Racing Club [BMRC] season continued today [Aug 26] at the Southside Motorsports Park in St. David’s. A BMRC spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Motorcycle Racing Club closed out this month’s races with a new, exciting circuit layout and tight competition among their best athletes. The 7-minute live video replay is below: “Minibikes hit […]

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Motorcycle Racing Current Season Standings

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Published On :: Wed, 29 Aug 2018 23:00:33 +0000

Following the Bermuda Motorcycle Racing Club’s latest round of racing over the weekend, the current standings are below. Kymaree Pitt leads the Minibike Junior Division with 337 points, Jediah Cumbermack is in second with 315 points and Aeziah Divine is in third with 231 points. Kenny DeSilva is the current leader in the Scooter 70 […]

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Photos, Video & Results: BMRC Bluewave Races

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Published On :: Mon, 03 Sep 2018 11:47:28 +0000

[Updated with photos] The BMRC Bluewave Trophy Race Day was part of the action in the east end where auto enthusiasts took part in a dynamic energy expo based between Clearwater Beach and the RUBiS Southside Raceway. The day’s Minibike Class boasted a large group of youngsters from ages eight to thirteen. The young racers […]

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Photos: Bermuda Motorcycle Racing Club

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Published On :: Sun, 16 Sep 2018 23:23:49 +0000

The Bermuda Motorcycle Racing Club [BMRC] season continued today [Sept 16] at the Southside Motorsports Park in St. David’s and we will update with results as able. The club’s next race day is scheduled for September 30th with gates opening at 11.30am and racing getting underway at 1.00pm. Admission to watch racing action is free […]

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Photos & Video: BMRC Race Day At Southside

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Published On :: Mon, 01 Oct 2018 01:08:43 +0000

The Bermuda Motorcycle Racing Club [BMRC] season continued today [Sept 30] at the Southside Motorsports Park in St. David’s and spectators were treated to double the race action with the Bermuda Motocross Club race season getting underway this afternoon. The 4-minute live video replay is below: The club’s next race day is scheduled for October […]

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BMRC Welcomes ‘New Faces & New Class’

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Published On :: Mon, 01 Oct 2018 20:40:24 +0000

Yesterday’s [Sept 30] Bermuda Motorcycle Racing Club [BMRC] race day brought in “new faces and a new class to the RUBiS Southside Raceway.” A spokesperson said, “Yesterday’s Bermuda Motorcycle Racing Club race day brought in new faces with a new class to the RUBiS Southside Raceway. “The BMRC held its first ever all-Honda Grom 125 […]

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Motorcycle Racing: White Finishes 11th In Spain

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Published On :: Mon, 22 Oct 2018 09:37:49 +0000

Bermuda’s Dakari White began competing in the Spanish CEV Motorcycle Championships in Spain. On the first day in wet conditions, White and the other competitors took to the track for a Qualifying Race and Race 1. White started from the back row of the grid and he was able to make some crucial passes during […]

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9-Year-Old Racer Works Towards MiniGP Debut

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Published On :: Wed, 19 Dec 2018 12:00:31 +0000

9-year-old Aeziah Divine is pursuing his dream of advancing his road racing career in the UK miniGP series in 2019, with the young rider aiming to make it onto the UK grid and represent his country. Aeziah has spent most of his life obsessed with bikes; he got his first electric motorcycle at age four, joined […]

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