Some of the most diverse dining in the Caribbean can be found in the U.S. Virgin Islands. …The fresh local tuna, wahoo, and mahi, as well as the excellent tropical fruits and vegetables, become elements of creativity in the hands of extraordinary chefs like Aaron Willis, a native who presides over the Fish Trap and the Stone Terrace in St. John. Willis’s serene sense of place is gracefully expressed in culinary combinations such as macadamia and tamarind-encrusted pork on mashed plantains, and charcoal grilled tuna with a soy glaze and wasabi mayonnaise. It’s a style he calls "island imaginings." As a chef who grew up on the island, went to the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York, and apprenticed in California before returning to his roots, Willis proclaims that his ambition is "to bring home the rest of the world."

VIRGIN ISLANDS DAILY NEWS
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"At first we were recommended to go to XXX’s for dinner, but upon our arrival, someone else had discovered the treasure. Fortunately for us, St. John has many other treasures and headed up the road to the Fish Trap Restaurant. Our meal was fantastic, especially their award-winning coconut cake with caramel-rum sauce. We were full, but we were convinced that we could no leave without tasting it. We ordered one for everyone to taste. However, one was not enough, we had to order another one. It was exquisite.

BRIDAL GUIDE
"The Fish Trap Restaurant in Cruz Bay serves fabulous seafood and a heavenly coconut cake with caramel-rum sauce"

TRAVEL AMERICA
"Raintree’s restaurant, the Fish Trap, was our favorite on the island (St. John)."