I always have the best time on my annual trip to Daddy O Hotel, Restaurant and Rooftop Lounge in Long Beach Island, NJ. The hotel is decorated beautifully with attention to detail and style. And as soon I entered my room, there was an immediate feeling of relief that I can finally relax. The bathrooms have rain showers and elevated sinks, and the bed is so darn comfortable with that luxurious ultra-plush mattress. I just had to!

Now it’s time to get the party started, the group converged on the garden patio and rum bar, and then led upstairs to the popular rooftop bar. The first order of business was to make our own cocktails, first was a mojito. So we started off with mint and lime, and then headed to the bar where I chose a mix of Vanilla and Coconut Rum. Most people were adding strawberry but I did guava and a little simple syrup. Then topped it off with Pellegrino, Gabby gave it a shake and pour and let’s jus say, it was reallllly good!

For starters they brought out their new Roasted Brussels Sprout Flatbread, the Spicy Tuna Tacos, and so we all did a cheers with the delicious food. Then came the French Onion Gnocchi followed by a champagne presentation by Wine & Beverage Director Michele. She helped us create our second drink, a sparkling champagne. Which we used champagne and St. Germain as the base, and I added a little strawberry.

And then we were ready for dinner! For starters the table got Truffle Steak Fries which were slammin, I got the Spring Asparagus and Grapefruit Salad with Burrata and loved every bite. It’s fun to see the behind the scenes! Some other entrees at the table were the Florida Snapper Marsala, Butchers Cut Steak, Flamin’ Hot Ramen, Ribeye Cheesesteak , Creamer Potatoes, Barnegat Light Scallops and more. Then Chef Jaime came out and he certainly deserved that round of applause.

For dessert the table shared their top sellers and we all went to bed very happy!