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Bati Bleki means to "gossip" in Papiamento, the native language of Aruba. This column will be updated regularly with the newest and the latest on the island, including but not limited to new restaurants, events, attractions and so much more ...

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The L.G. Smith’s Steak & Chop House hosted a press event to mark the launch of its Fall Festival named Autumn Tapestry of Flavors, created in conjunction with the Certified Angus Beef brand, succulent U.S. pork, and Wente Family Estates of fine wines.

Pictured here the local press getting a delicious first hand taste of the unique festival creations, conceived by chef Michael Gomez and his talented crew including Restaurant Manager Michael Ras and Sales & Customer Service Coordinator Francois Maduro.

Having experiences the fantastic food as paired with the delicious wine, press members reportedly took the balance of the afternoon off!!