Probably the worst kept secret in Tobago. But in this case it's none the worse for the telling. Ask anyone what the island is best known for and I guarantee, crab and dumplings on Store Bay will be in the top three.

Nestled at the back of the beach facilities at Store Bay, these kitchens house some of Tobago's finest cooks who daily prepare a variety of local eats and drinks.

Foremost among these is the local sea crab which is richly curried, and served with healthy portions of dumplings. Some tips to properly appreciate this meal:

On a more photographic note, rather than taking a straight, conventional photo of the buildings, I got the reflection off one of the tables in the adjacent eating pavilion. And on a note of personal preference, Miss Esmie's curried crab is unbelievable. And so are those amazingly delicious, filling coconut drops. Oh and the punches — meals in themselves. You're in good hands at Miss Esmie's!