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Bakeries
#114089
12/08/2016 12:15 PM
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Can you recommend and direct us to bakeries where we can buy breakfast and sandwich rolls in the morning? We like to take our own lunches to the beach. Especially interested in Oyster Bay, Orient and points in between.
Two more days!
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Re: Bakeries
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12/08/2016 12:35 PM
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LINK =============== You will find them on the link with locations - We recommend La Croissanterie in the Marina Port La Royale, Marigot for breakfast & lunch - fresh hot croissants all day and full menu....take way Too.... ===================== LINK
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12/08/2016 01:51 PM
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Also check out Yellow Sub/Macaroon in Orient Village, as well as Petit Casino in the Village.
Carol Hill
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Re: Bakeries
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12/08/2016 05:52 PM
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Re: Bakeries
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12/08/2016 06:11 PM
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Personally, I would not put a lot of faith in TripAdvisor ratings for St. Maarten/St. Martin or anywhere else for that matter.
J.D.
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Re: Bakeries
[Re: pl3]
#114098
12/08/2016 07:41 PM
12/08/2016 07:41 PM
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Posts: 82,852 Central Florida!
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The east coast? Of SXM? That's kind of a concept that I don't associate with SXM. Paradise View has a wonderful view, that's for sure! And if you love crepes, a good place to stop. I don't think that they sell takeaway breads or rolls though, which was the original poster's question?
We haven't been there for a while to eat, but I do remember years ago going there for dinner, when they had live entertainment and we had some kind of a fondue or something. It was lovely...
Carol Hill
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Re: Bakeries
[Re: sail2wind]
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12/08/2016 08:20 PM
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TripAdvisor is an interesting forum. I've read some great reviews and some very negative reviews and all referencing the same entity so you really do have to take them all with a grain of salt. Personally, I'd prefer a reference from someone known to me here on the TTOL forum or even on any of the Facebook groups before I'd take them (TA) too seriously as my prime source of reference.
The first time we went to Honolulu we were contemplating staying at a specific hotel but in reading the only TA review we could find we changed our mind and stayed elsewhere at a much higher cost. Come to find out, well after our trip, friends stayed there and loved it. Live and learn...... <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/handshake.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/handshake.gif" alt="" />
Respectfully,
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Re: Bakeries
[Re: mmk]
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12/08/2016 08:42 PM
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There are quite a few ttol people that live on island and contribute very useful and factual information on TA about St Maarten along with ttol visitors too.
Last edited by SXMScubaman; 12/08/2016 08:59 PM.
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Re: Bakeries
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12/08/2016 08:44 PM
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Agreed, contributions from those who live on island are extremely valuable. Not sure anyone disputes that?
Carol Hill
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Re: Bakeries
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12/08/2016 09:21 PM
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When Applebee's and other chains are rated above very good independent restaurants on TripAdvisor, I give them or the posters little credibility.
TripAdvisor is only as good the the people making the reviews and it is based on opinion.
J.D.
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Re: Bakeries
[Re: SXMScubaman]
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12/08/2016 09:33 PM
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Yes, but they are not solicited like often happens on TripAdvisor. Furthermore, I don't agree with every review or opinion posted here with regards to restaurants. Some people tout their favorites and are rewarded for doing so.
J.D.
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Re: Bakeries
[Re: SXMScubaman]
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12/08/2016 10:17 PM
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There is a chance it might on some occasions but you also have seasoned travelers who go to a place more than once.
Does Hertz reward you?
I am sorry, but when fast food places and the likes of Applebee's and other moderate chains find their way to the top of many TripAdvisor ratings, something is flawed.
TripAdvisor also approves posts before they appear to the public and they will remove negative posts. Places affiliated with TripAdvisor will often solicit your review. I have been asked more than once by merchants on the island and also elsewhere to write a review for TA.
J.D.
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12/08/2016 11:06 PM
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Have to agree with some of the posters above - Bruno's Bakery next to Yellow Sub is called Macaron, I think, & is fantastic. It is located in Orient Village. We also like the bakery in Orleans across from the produce stands.
Gotta Caribbean soul I can barely control and some Texas hidden here in my heart...(J.B.)
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Re: Bakeries
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12/09/2016 09:10 AM
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Sponsors pay to advertise here, yes. That's what pays the bills, to keep the board going. At least we don't have those d*mn pop-up ads all over the place..
Carol Hill
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Re: Bakeries
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12/09/2016 09:14 AM
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In addition, not all posts or reviews about sponsors are positive. While that would be ideal, it doesn't always happen.
J.D.
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Re: Bakeries
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#114113
12/09/2016 10:57 AM
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This has been hilarious. Ask a question about bakeries, and get a wide ranging discussion about forums. Thanks to those who answered my question and thanks to those who made the string interesting.
See you all in SXM tomorrow!
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12/09/2016 11:01 AM
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Correct.
Personally, I like La Sucriere in Cole Bay!
Have a great trip.
J.D.
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