Officially opened by Pierre Decelles, the Canadian Consul on St. Maarten, the White Flag bar and restaurant perched on the rooftop of the Mega Yacht Mall has spectacular views. It also has smoked beef from Montreal.This Canadian delicacy has Jewish origins that became popular during the Roaring 20's. It quickly made a hit and invaded the corner cafes of Montreal's notorious St Lawrence Street
Nathalie Sabourin, owner of White Flag is optimistic that the kosher smoked beef will make a culinary hit not only with Canadians and the Jewish community. "The beef is marinated in barrels before gently smoked for three days in oak fired ovens. We fly the beef directly once a month from Montreal and carefully steam it for two hours before hand slicing and serving in a rye bread sandwich."
'Gastronomic'
Pierre Decelles who tasted the smoked beef at the official opening of White Flag agrees that this latest addition to the island's choice of food on offer will make it even richer. I not only declare that the opening of the White Flag is official but also declare that the Montreal beef is gastronomic."
"St Maarten is rapidly becoming a major tourist destination for Canadians who at this time of year need to escape temperatures of minus 40 degrees and are eager to taste Caribbean dishes as well as familiar home cuisine. With as many as thirteen flights per week that embrace St Maarten from each of our ten provinces, their presence at White Flag with its stunning panoramic views will be a memorable experience."
Celine Dion
One of Canada's most famous celebrities is Celine Dion from Quebec. Nathalie spoke to her recently at a golf course near Montreal and the famous singer promised to visit White Flag in the near future. "We talked about many usual things," says Nathalie, "The weather, children and restaurant business!"
In addition to smoked beef normally served with a choice of coleslaw, homemade French fries and pickles, Nathalie's rooftop menu includes many Mediterranean dishes including a fine selection of Amuses Bouches.
"I decided to name the restaurant White Flag because it is a symbol for surrender and to parlay. It's all about social communication and the emotional importance of sharing! Fun, fantasy and fascination are the conversations at White Flag."
