Sprouting News

LAURENT PERRIER TASTING 2025
Join Discovery Wines & Spirits for an early evening exploration of Champagne Lauren-Perrier’s portfolio and the launch of their new premium expression ‘Heritage Brut’, now available in Bermuda. Served in the Rose Garden area of The Botanist Cafe in the Botanical Gardens.

Hot Compost for Gardeners
Turn Scraps into Soil Gold: A Hands-On Composting Workshop
Ready to transform your kitchen scraps and garden waste into black gold for your soil? In this interactive four-part workshop, you’ll learn how to create rich, living compost that restores your garden, boosts plants health, and allows us to join in nature’s cycle of renewal.
This course series will be hosted in our Education & Research Garden in the Botanical Gardens (next to the Masterworks Museum)

Spiral Your Herbs to Success
Get practical permaculture experience making an Herb Spiral on Saturday, March 9th from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
This course is being offered as a result of the ongoing collaboration between The AgraLiving Institute and Jonathan Lightbourne from Nature's Compass

Royal Gazette - Bermudian features in The Tempest
A Bermudian will perform in a musical adaptation of The Tempest this month.
Emily Ross was cast as the spirit Ariel after auditioning for the show from Bermudian-based Devil’s Isle Shakespeare Company in May.
She rehearsed with the rest of the American cast in Washington this summer.

STAFFING UPDATE: Summer Students
We welcomed back many of our original Summer Students including, Skye, Daina, Olive, Zoe and Luc as well as introducing new summer faces to the Team, all of whom have become integral parts of the Botanist Team, without whom we could not continue to achieve what we do. We would like to thank Meagan (Bob, to us) and Morgan who have both chosen to go back to school after a year with us at the Botanist and have definitely both left their mark with the cafe and the customers, and they will be missed. Additionally, Chef Ian joined us taking on a leadership role on the culinary side of things with 13 years of Bermuda Experience and a wish to continue to train young people, we felt he was the perfect fit for the team. This however, meant saying not farewell but a happy retirement to Paul who has been with us since before opening day and without whom the Botanist would not be what it is. We wish him well and have seen him visit the Botanist with the Family regularly.

WHISKY TASTING - MONTHLY
We are thrilled to relaunch our monthly whisky tasting program, featuring a curated flight of premium whiskies and a more regular Mike & The Malts to be held every Thursday & Friday in the Vault. Prepare for an evening of expertly crafted cocktails, whisky flights, and spirited stories! An educational and enjoyable experience, guided by Mike, who shares his extensive knowledge and passion for whisky and cocktails. This event marks the beginning of a new chapter for our whisky tastings, promising more exciting evenings to come.

Janet Fish: Place in Time in the Butterfield Gallery and Mezzanine Gallery – November 15, 2025 – April 18, 2026
Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art is thrilled to announce eminent American painter Janet Fish’s first solo exhibition in the country in which she was raised, Bermuda. This exhibition, which opens to the public on November 15, 2025, is an important survey which will investigate Fish’s particular approach to still life as well as the intersections between her life and painting practice.

Charles Zuill: Portals to Another Dimension | September 12 – November 4, 2025
On Friday, September 12, we will present Charles Zuill: Portals to Another Dimension, a solo exhibition of Charles Zuill’s most recent works, a collection that embodies his lifelong devotion to abstract expression and experimentation. Join us in celebrating one of Bermuda’s most influential and visionary artists, whose impact on Bermuda’s cultural landscape is immeasurable.

YAPPY HOUR
We have lots of exciting news coming for YAPPY HOUR over the next few months and our relationship with PadsPass. The Botanist is now the Trademarked HOME OF YAPPY HOUR IN BERMUDA.

ROSE GARDEN SUPPORT
The Botanist Café Bermuda proudly collaborates with the Bermuda Botanical Society and Bermuda Rose Society to support the ongoing development of the Bermuda Botanical Gardens. As part of this commitment, we have adopted the Rose Garden, ensuring its continued care and enhancement.

SHAKESPEARE IN THE GARDEN - The Tempest
TICKETS CAN BE BOOKED BY PHONE OR EMAIL 901-3663 | RESERVATIONS@BOTANIST.CAFE
Price $120.00 (plus 17% Service Charge)
This 90-minute production includes a dozen musical numbers (in addition to Shakespeare’s text) and a revised ending that challenges the colonial attitude of the original play. Written in 1611, The Tempest was inspired by the wreck of the Sea Venture in 1609.

SIP & PAINT 2025
Experience the Tranquility of The Botanist's Rose Garden
Join us for an enchanting afternoon or evening of al fresco painting in the serene surroundings of The Botanist's rose garden. Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature while you unleash your creativity.
September 23rd 1-3pm - The Art of Watercolour - Bermuda Flora & Fauna
Thursday 2nd Oct - 6-8pm - Layered Landscapes in Acrylics
Tuesday 21st October 1-3pm - Halloween Hues in Acrylics
Thursday 6th Nov - 5:30-7:30pm - The Art of Watercolour - Moonscapes
Tuesday 25th November 1-3pm - Pink Sands in Acrylics

AFTERNOON TEA - A SUCCESS
Afternoon Tea has been a success over the Summer with both visitors and locals and we will be extending this throughout the year.

YAPPY HOUR - AUTUMN 2025
We are thrilled to relaunch our monthly whisky tasting program, featuring a curated flight of premium whiskies and a more regular Mike & The Malts to be held every Thursday & Friday in the Vault. Prepare for an evening of expertly crafted cocktails, whisky flights, and spirited stories! An educational and enjoyable experience, guided by Mike, who shares his extensive knowledge and passion for whisky and cocktails. This event marks the beginning of a new chapter for our whisky tastings, promising more exciting evenings to come.

MIKE & THE MALTS
Prepare for an evening of expertly crafted cocktails, whisky flights, and spirited stories! Join us in The Vault at The Botanist, where Mike, our seasoned mixologist, will guide you through an unforgettable experience of Weekly Cocktails & Whisky Flights.

LAUNCH OF EVENINGS
During the Bermuda Piano Festival in June, The Botanist, launched our extended hours which sees us open until 8pm on most nights, with an evening menu designed for sharing in the Garden. Some highlights have been the Green Paw Paw Salad to accompany the BBQ Coffee Glazed Pork Rib Singles and the Port Wine Glazed Chorizo Bites.

SHADES OF ROSE
Rosé all day? More like rosé all summer.
Join us for Shades of Rosé—a vibrant wine and cocktail experience filled with fresh pours, seasonal cocktails, and serious summer energy.
Taste your way through 10+ Rosé wines from around the world
Enjoy signature cocktails crafted exclusively for you
$69.00 per person – includes all tastings & light bites
A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Bermuda Botanical Society.

BEST OF BERMUDA AWARDS
Thank you to everyone who voted for us for the Best of Bermuda Award over the last quarter. On an International front The Botanist was included in an article in The Toronto Sun as part of an article on the new offerings Bermuda has for even the most seasoned visitor. click here to check it out.

MOUNT EDWARD TASTING
Waterfront Wines & Spirits Present Mount Edward Wine Tasting in the Vault. Founded in 1997, Mount Edward started as a small, family-run winery in Central Otago. Over the years, they've grown while maintaining their family ethos. They focus on producing wines that are delicious, textural, and moreish. Their unique and small batch wines come from single vineyard sites and include varieties like Pinot Noir, Gamay, Chardonnay, and Chenin.

TEQUILA & MEZCAL TASTING
Are you ready to embark on a sensational journey through the world of tequila? Join us at the Botanist Cafe for an exclusive night in The Vault, where you will be guided by the renowned tequila expert, Mike.