Haven't heard of caribana bliss? Well let me tell you a little bit about what these amazing young men decided to do. The concept of having pop-up dinners in different locations preferably a private home to me is genius. I have been invited to a Caribbean dinner that will showcase five different countries in the Caribbean. I arrive at a small quaint House in Decatur I walk up the concrete steps to enter into an elegantly table setting in the dining room. Around the table seated 10 people deep in conversation. I've also been greeted with a glass of Pink Champagne which is one of my favorites. In front of me is a menu that lets me know exactly what each dish will consist of and the name of the dish from the country. I look in the kitchen and notice that there are two chefs as well as an assistant that's taking pictures of the dishes that will be served tonight. I'm introduced to all of the people around the table and they are from different ethnic backgrounds. We're all here in anticipation of what is to come. The chef takes us to Honduras first we sample of dish Bakeda, it is a handmade flour tortilla filled with refried beans that are cooked Honduran style Honduran Crema, avocado, grated cheese and an egg. The soft handmade flour tortilla wraps the other ingredients with warmth and style. Each bite has its own flavor from Honduras. Next we travel to Haiti. Grillit is what we are being served. Cubes of pork shoulder are soaked in a sour orange marinade and spices then fried to a tender but crispy delicious bite a tradition Haitian dish of spicy coleslaw consisting of cabbage, carrots, onions and hot peppers left to marinade in vinegar. With the chef knowing that I don't eat meat another creation was made from for my liking from Haiti as well that consists of pinto beans green bell peppers red bell peppers and pineapple. Super spicy but awesomely delicious. We are now in Turks and Caicos. Hominy with stewed conch is what we will be served. Pigeon peas added to Hominy along with chunks of conch was definitely a taste bud pleaser. I noticed while we're waiting for the chef in between dishes that there are fun facts left on the table for us to read. Did you know that Turks and Caicos only produces 20% of rainfall per year definitely a great place to go if you're looking for constant sunshine. We are now in the Bahamas with Johnny cakes and Curry. Fried cornmeal mix with salt, hot water and milk will be the Johnny cakes with a coconut curry shrimp..... delicious. Last but not least Antigua and Barbuda are where we are for our dessert an Antigua bread pudding with spicy mango pineapple jam will be served warm and sweet. I am excited and looking forward to many more of these wonderful popups. Who knows where the next one will be hosted. Maybe at my home. These gentlemen are looking to increase the size of the gas that they will have at the next pop-up. I also would like to mention that 100% of the proceeds from this pop-up went towards the hurricane victims in the Caribbean. Bravo guys you did an amazing job, I am super impressed with what you have done and I encourage you to continue with the great work. read more

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This was an extremely poor dining experience and not what we expected or what we paid for. It was organized as a unique, 5-star dining experience, but it fell way short. We were duped. The private home/business that it was located at was off the beaten course and certainly private, but it was poorly lit and difficult to find. Once there we walked into the home and were escorted onto the back porch which had fold up tables put together and miniature palm trees that were Scotch-taped to the table cloth and place settings that didn't match. This should have been our cue to leave, but we gave them the benefit of the doubt and unfortunately it went further down hill from there. The food was fair at best, awful for the most part, and the wine pairings were even worse. There was a mixture of cheap label whites and reds (e.g., Cupcake prosecco sparkling wine) that not only tasted horribly, but were not paired well at all. A mojito was served that resembled moonshine. Still and sparkling water were options discussed during the planning, but in the end only tap water was available. The staff was nice, but I think way over their heads for the dining experience they purport to offer. If this was a scam we bought into it; if this was a legitimate attempt to offer a truly, fine dining experience, then it fell way short. read more

I wish I could give this negative stars. Let's start with the only positive. The staff was very nice. OK... so someone in my work group decided to book this total scam. It was a "pop up" restaurant... in someone's house... like a house... in a neighborhood. We sat at the table which had mismatched glasses. And plastic palm trees I think the same as what my son has for his pet frog. The "meal" was sold as 5 courses with "wine pairings" . The first wine was a cupcake brand Proseco... yes the $6 cheap sh&$ next to boxed wine. All the wines were awful... and cheap and totally improperly paired. The "food" was a shitty salad, a shitty piece of fried plantain, shitty mofongo, super shitty salmon which was dry and the shittiest and dryest piece of cake with a tiny bit of rum, semen and dirt ( see attached pictures) all of this for how much you ask?! 300 fing dollars CASH! I get it I was scammed they made out like bandits. I've never felt more upset in my life. Oh please also see the pristine bath tub in the bathroom read more

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This pop-up restaurant is going places! This was only their second event, but I see many more in their future--and I intend to attend as many as I can. I had no idea what to expect given the event was in a house, but it was VERY nice. We were all given a glass of champagne as we entered the door and greeted warmly. There were six courses of small plates from various countries in the Caribbean. They even gave us a list of fun facts about the countries to read. I have shellfish allergies, and someone else was a vegetarian, and they were very good about accommodating us. The decor was excellent, the food was PHENOMENAL, the service was great, and it was an awesome evening. There were about 10 very cool people there, so it was a very intimate setting. I wouldn't mind seeing them again, so maybe we'll all meet at the next one. If you're looking for a cool dining experience, something different to do on a Saturday night, or just like to eat good food and meet good people, don't hesitate to catch the next pop-up! It was totally worth it. read more

We were delighted to experience Caribana Bliss at an intimate dinner with four other guests. We did not know all of the other diners, but as the champagne, wine, and specialty cocktails flowed we found ourselves becoming fast friends. We were served six small (but satisfying) courses by a team of chefs who plated each dish with exquisite care. Each dish represented the cuisine of a different country, which I thought was a really cool idea. The first dish, called "Cuba," consisted of yucca fries, which were hot, crispy, seasoned perfectly, and served with a savory pink sauce. We were then introduced to mofongo, pelau, and salt fish. Each dish highlighted a unique flavor profile in a perfect portion. The fifth dish, called "Jamaica," was a show stopper made with slow cooked oxtail and served with plantains. The rich meat fell off the bone and melted in my mouth. It was delicious. Dessert, called "Puerto Rico," consisted of a flan with the lightness of creme brulee and the flavors of lime zest and caramelized sugar. Each dish transported us to a different culinary world. We left feeling as though we had just gone on vacation-- satisfied and blissful. We can't wait to dine again with Caribana Bliss! read more

We were extremely fortunate to run into Chef Dave at a grocery store and to have him invite us to a memorable dinner at their first popup event. He and his team were exceptional hosts. They created a warm, comfortable atmosphere and delivered a set of courses that spanned across the Caribbean. The highlight of the night was a dish called mofongo--crispy chicken pieces served over a fried plantain cake accompanied by a green, garlicky, herbal sauce similar to Argentinian chimichurri. Also of note were a fork tender oxtail dish and a rich, creamy, custard flan (more creme brûlée than the typical gelatin-like fare). The team kept our glasses filled with champagne, wine, and crisp mojitos that were appropriately minty without being overtly sweet. The experience surpassed our expectations and pushed our palates to new places and flavors. If you're open to a culinary adventure that is fresh and outside of the traditional American farm to table restaurants that dominate the Atlanta food scene, I heartily recommend taking a trip to the Caribbean with Chef Dave and his crew. We look forward to seeing them again! read more