Dear guests,
We are excited to share the news of our successful opening of our new restaurant, "Salamandas" at Coco Grove Beach Resort on July 4, 2009.

The restaurant is a welcome addition to our resort and specialises in seafood as well as international cuisine with island influences, and other signature dishes in a fine dining oceanfront atmosphere.

The name Salamander comes from both a mythical and a real creature. Numerous legends have developed around the Salamander over the centuries. The word Salamander is of Greek origins literally meaning "fire lizard", stemmed from the belief that Salamanders were created from flames and would bring good fortune. The mythical creature is most often depicted much like a typical salamander in shape, with a lizard-like form, but it is usually ascribed an affinity with fire and its special elemental powers.

What a perfect location for Salamandas Restaurant, in the heart of Coco Grove Beach Resort, to reside on the mystical Island of Fire itself - Siquijor. We invite you to experience Salamandas and its natural charm.

For restaurant reservations please call (035) 481-5047.
Feel free to view the latest newspaper articles to the right from the Metro Post and The Siquijor Mirror.

Dear guests,
We would like to share some wonderful news with everyone in which we are happy to say our resident Banksy, the brown booby bird, is now back into the wild. Our little friend is now flying strong and healthy. We find this such a fitting time since its also the day that the Philippines celebrates its Independence Day (June 12).

Banksy came to us a couple of years ago injured and quite young. Since then we have nursed him back to health and have tried to let him go, this being our third attempt.

We encouraged him to fly earlier today and after 2 hours on the beach he took off. It was not an easy start. After taking off from the beach he flew down slowly into the water, our boat followed him up to make sure he was ok, and after a couple more attempts he successfully took off and seemed to be flying south over the sea. The weather conditions were suitable today as it was slightly overcast with a calm breeze.

Best Regards and looking forward to seeing you again,
Coco Grove Beach Resort