The Byron of Santo Domingo

The musings of an ex-Southerner, ex-New Yorker Living and Learning in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic

Monday, February 12, 2007

Busy Bee

Sorry I have been away for a few weeks. Work has been crazy so I have not had a chance to write during the week and on the weekends, Richard and I have been traveling or entertaining. We went to Las Terrenas for a few days and it was fantastic.

This little slice of heaven is located on the north coast. The views were spectacular, the beach magnificent and the nightlife incredible. Our traveling companions for the trip were Jousie and Jahida, two Dominican divas that have become really close to Richard and I. We partied like rock stars one night. The town was filled with Europeans on vacation, they can really party. What surprised me were the clubs. I was expecting the "typical" beach town nightlife. What I got was a smaller version of South Beach. The bars were literally on the water, big white canopys and fire twirlers on the beach!! The crowds were beautiful and friendly. We stayed on the beach in a hotel that was 700 pesos a night, it wasn't the W, but it did the trick. We arrive at night so I did not get to see the sweeping views going up the mountain, but on the drive down I got to see the sprawling landscape. Seeing the mountains rise out of the water was jaw dropping.



The next weekend we were going to have a Super Bowl party, but know one cared about the game so we were just going to have a party on Sunday. We went shopping Saturday afternoon to buy food and drinks for the party. That evening friends started dropping by to hang out at the house. The next thing you know we had a full fledged party happening. Richard was busy making is famous Garlic-Butter Chicken and I was mixing cocktails and serving drinks. A good time was had by all. (Sorry we ate all the chicken Anthony). I woke up at 4PM Sunday afternoon.

Last weekend we popped in on the Grand Opening of Chachita Rubio's new club, CHA. My expectations were very high because I know how fabulous she is. Let me tell you, not only did she meet my expectations, she exceeded them. CHA had a grand slam on night one. The large space located on the Malecon is the perfect setting for an evening out. The large windows that give you a view in and outside the club set the tone for this night spot. The club reminds me of Twist in South Beach. CHA and her girls did an hour show that ranged from Latin hits to a sizzling rendition of Jailhouse Tango from the musical Chicago. The go-go boys were stunning and could dance their asses off. The only mishap of the night was the air conditioning. It was so hot, I thought I was going to sweat out my perm while drinking my martini. We went back on Sunday afternoon for some drinks and dancing and the crowd was building around 6:00. The air was on and the temperature was perfect. Cheers CHA, may you have a long life.

Our family is expanding. Richard's dog is now living with us. Sissy Martini, yes her name is Sissy--stop the laughing! She is a brown and white cocker spaniel and she is sweet as apple pie. She is getting along with her step sister Eve Harrington. They play all day together and sleep together too---Oh my God, I have two lesbian dogs.

0 Comments:

Post a Comment

<< Home