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Crackpot Kitchen – The Rebirth Friday 9th July 2021
#TurksandCaicos, July 14, 2021 – Just like the mighty Phoenix, an island favourite Crackpot Kitchen rises from the ashes. Crackpot Kitchen is back at a new location with a unique dining concept new to TCI. At its new Leeward Highway location, at the Allegro Roundabout next to the Rubis gas station, Chef Nik and the Crackpot Kitchen Team are bringing back all your favourites with a food truck dining concept that lends to “pick-up n go” eating while also providing seating options. Crackpot Kitchen is also now mobile with a food truck that will eventually be extending to other locations.
With this new dining concept comes new menu items that will give diners even more options to enjoy authentic TCI dishes with a hint of the modern genius that is TCI’s Culinary Ambassador – Chef Nik! Menu items like the Curry Beef Pastiletos, Shark Tacos and Krusty Krab Burgers are exclusive dishes that provide an exceptional spin on TCI delicacies and favourites. Chef Nik never disappoints when it comes to finding modern ways to bring all the indigenous TCI dishes we love to a new generation of locals and tourists alike. For those patrons who have been patiently waiting for the return of Crackpot Kitchen, menu staples like Friday’s BBQ Pigtails & Fried Fish and the Satday Brunch are back to fill that unfilled spot in your TCI culinary experience.
A devastating fire, the global pandemic nor the closed borders could stop Chef Nik and his vision. While this new concept was being birthed, Chef Nik focused on his private chef catering services, providing his authentic and distinctive TCI dining experience to hundreds of tourists. As featured in his hundreds of social media posts, mentions and reviews from guests – #WeDifferent – Crackpot Kitchen Catering is a different catering experience. Crackpot Kitchen Catering focuses on providing a total dining experience beginning with fresh ingredients used to create stand-out customizable recipes while providing guests with an awesomely fun ambience. Just follow Chef Nik on Instagram @CrackpotKitchen for a little glimpse of the mouthwatering dishes and Crackpot Kitchen Catering experience. Crackpot’s catering service has become a preferred choice to those looking for the private dining experience with TCI’s Culinary Ambassador – Chef Nik.
When speaking about his vision for the new location, Chek Nik advises that the plan for the new Leeward Highway location is a more mobile dining experience. With all meals served in to-go containers, guests are welcome to stop awhile by grabbing a table, sitting for drinks at the bar or they can also opt to just ‘stop and go’ for meal pickup. The new Crackpot Kitchen has used the changes in the dining model, which came with the COVID-19 pandemic, to create a more efficient concept for dining in TCI which will shortly be incorporating a curbside pickup option as well.
Like the mighty Phoenix, Crackpot Kitchen has used the flames to cultivate a Rebirth as it works to perfect the same winning product that we’ve grown to love, now in a new package. “We are so blessed and overwhelmed with the support that we have gotten from the Turks and Caicos community and the hundreds of visitors who have dined with us over the years. We knew we had to get back to it, as we received hundreds of messages asking when we would be returning” says Chef Nik. “This Rebirth is the culmination of a vision to continue to modernize the TCI dining experience, while remaining rooted in all the things that make our food and hospitality a TCI exclusive”. Chef Nik is excited to welcome everyone back to Crackpot Kitchen where there is always – Great Food. Good People. Cool Vibez.
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Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands – May 14th, 2024 – The Turks and Caicos Islands Government and Molo Hotel Group reached a pivotal juncture on Monday, May 13th, 2024, with the ceremonial signing of a development agreement at the Premier’s Office on Providenciales. The agreement, which received official Cabinet approval on March 13th, 2024, signifies a steadfast commitment to advancing the economic landscape of the Turks and Caicos Islands.
Molo Hotel Group is a family-owned business, renowned for its distinguished portfolio of high-quality hotels worldwide. The
development initiative encompasses the construction of three distinct IHG branded hotels: InterContinental Turks and Caicos, Kimpton Turks and Caicos and Hotel Indigo Turks and Caicos. Scheduled for completion by 2027, each resort boasts a distinctive design from luxury to laidback sophistication spanning across the shores of Grace Bay Beach.
Kimpton Turks and Caicos – an epitome of luxury lifestyle living, will feature 192 guest rooms including three outdoor pools, a luxury spa and a fitness center. Additionally, seven dining options ranging from a beachfront restaurant to a rooftop bar.
Adjacent to the Kimpton, InterContinental Turks and Caicos will offer 59 classic luxury suites with panoramic ocean views. Mirroring its counterpart, this resort will offer an array of dining options and upscale facilities.
Steps away from the Intercontinental and Kimpton resorts, Hotel Indigo Turks and Caicos will embrace a sense of community and contemporary elegance, offering 56 bedrooms. The resort will feature an onsite restaurant, lobby bar, outdoor pool, and fitness room.
Beyond the realm of hospitality, this development agreement underscores the government’s commitment to fostering economic growth and enhancing employment opportunities in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Molo is partnering with the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College (TCICC) to actively promote hospitality as a career choice and support in developing training programs, career fairs, seminars, workshops, and events to raise awareness about hospitality careers. Molo has committed to provide employment and apprentice opportunities to TCICC students and provide mentoring and practical on property training to students.
The signing event was graced by Hon. Charles Washington Missick, Premier of the Turks and Caicos Islands, Hon. Jamell Robinson, Deputy Premier, Hon. Kyle Knowles, Minister of Public Safety and Utilities, Hon. Rachel Taylor, Minister of Education, Youth, Sports and Culture, Łukasz and Marcin Slominski, Owners of Molo, Ross Morrow, Managing Director Molo, Arik Kono, Vice President Upscale Development for IHG, Dr. Candice Williams, President and CEO of the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College, Angela Musgrove, InvestTCI CEO, Dr. Barbara Ambrister, Chairperson of the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College, Dr. Delores Stapleton- Harris, Vice President of Academic, Vocational and Student Affairs for the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College, Mr. Kevin Baxter, Dean of Technical Vocational Education Training (TVET) and Sheryl McLaughlin, InvestTCI Investment Services Executive.
Commenting on the development agreement, Premier, Hon. Misick, stated “The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signing of
IHG/Molo Hotels is a significant step towards a sustainable future for hospitality in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Three hotels, Kimpton, Intercontinental, and Hotel Indigo, will be introduced, enhancing our tourism product and creating employment opportunities.”
He further added, “Partnerships with the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College and Turks and Caicos Islands Sports Commission are underway, demonstrating the Government’s commitment to developing human capital and elevating tourism offerings. This project will bring economic growth, embrace local talent, and enrich our economy.”
Additionally, Mrs. Angela Musgrove, CEO of Invest Turks and Caicos Islands, emphasized “This collaboration confirms our commitment to fostering economic growth and prosperity within our country. We have worked closely with Molo Hotel Group, and we are confident that this transformative project will further position the Turks and Caicos Islands as a premier destination for travel and investment. Much to our delight, it will also provide opportunities for engagement with our Community College and small business community.”
The Government of the Turks and Caicos Islands, operating through its primary Investment Promotion
Agency, Invest Turks and Caicos Islands, remains committed to attracting and facilitating Foreign Direct Investments to the country by providing a comprehensive suite of services. Through strategic initiatives and targeted promotion, the agency catalyzes sustainable development, driving innovation and small business opportunities across various sectors of the economy.
#TurksandCaicos, May 13, 2024 – Detectives of the Serious Crime Unit of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force have
charged a man who allegedly stole a vehicle.
The accused, DANVANTE BRISCO, 30, of Kew Town, Providenciales, was charged with:
- One Count: Robbery
- One Count: Taking Motor Vehicle Without Authority
- One Count: Using Offensive Weapon to cause fear
Mr. BRISCO appeared in court today (May 13 ) and was granted bail of $7500.00 with one surety.
The matter was adjourned to July 05 for a Sufficiency Hearing.
#TurksandCaicos, May 13, 2024 – A 20-year-old Dock Yard male appeared in court today (May 13th) charged with a series of firearm-related offences.
The accused, JAMES SIMON, was denied bail and remanded into custody pending a Sufficiency Hearing scheduled for July 05th, 2024.
Mr. SIMON faces the following charges:
- One Count: Robbery;
- One Count: Gang Membership
- One Count: Possession of a Firearm for the Benefit of a Gang
- One Count: Possession of Ammunition for the Benefit of a Gang.
The charges against Mr. Simon followed investigations by officers of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force into a robbery at the parking lot of a Casino where three males robbed a victim.
Additionally, Mr. Simon is charged with the following offences, having been arrested on May 02nd, 2024, along South Dock Road.
- One Count: Possession of a Firearm
- One Count: Possession of Ammunition
- One Count: Unlawful Entry
Officers also charged a teenage minor who was in the company of Mr. Simon on May 02nd with One Count of UNLAWFUL ENTRY.
The accused, seventeen and from Kew Town, Providenciales, pleaded guilty and will be sentenced on May 20th.
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