Nella’s Creations from the Farm, Orchard & Garden
Villa Buena Onda is not just an idyllic retreat but a haven for nature lovers and food enthusiasts alike. One of its hidden gems is the vibrant orchard at the villa, a carefully cultivated space bursting with tropical fruits. The orchard is home to a variety of produce. Each fruit plays a vital role in the delicious dishes crafted by the villa’s talented daytime chef, Nella, in her kitchen.
Nella’s culinary philosophy revolves around creating fresh, wholesome meals that celebrate the rich flavors of the land. Her approach is farm-to-table, using the orchard and garden’s bounty to create a variety of seasonal dishes that guests adore.
From the freshest ingredients, some of which are listed below, Nella creates breakfasts, smoothies, juices, and desserts. She also uses the vegetable garden (below) and our farm fresh produce all day long.
Nella’s kitchen at Villa Buena Onda is a true celebration of local flavors and sustainable cooking. The orchard not only nourishes the guests but also inspires creativity in each dish and drink.
This combination makes Villa Buena Onda an unforgettable culinary destination.
Villa Buena Onda Orchard
| Fruit | Ripening Months |
| Apple Banana | Year-round |
| Avocado | July – October |
| Cacao | Year-round (Peaks in June – July and October – December) |
| Cass (Cas) | April – June, September – November |
| Cayenne (Pineapple) | Year-round |
| Fig | February – June, September – November |
| Guava | Year-round (Peaks in February – March and August – October) |
| Hakote (Jocote) | January – April, August – October |
| Key Lime | Year-round |
| Lemon | Year-round |
| Mango | March – June |
| Mineola Orange | January – April |
| Passion Fruit | Year-round |
| Pitanga (Surinam Cherry) | March – May, September – November |
| Pitaya (Dragon Fruit) | May – August |
| Rambutan | July – October |
| Sour Sop | May – October |
| Star Fruit | September – February |
Vegetable and Herb Garden
The herbs and vegetables below are in the VBO garden. Additional vegetables may be rotated from time to time.
| Vegetable | Herb | -Ripening Months |
| Basil | Year-round |
| Cilantro | Year-round |
| Cucumber | November – March |
| Jalapeno | Year-round (best from November – April) |
| Lettuce | Year-round (cooler months are ideal) |
| Mint | Year-round |
| Onion | December – March |
| Peppers | Year-round |
| Tomato | Year-round |
Here are just a few of the dishes you may try at VBO. Please ask in advance if something specifically suits your fancy.
Breakfast
Apple Banana Pancakes.
Flour, Milk, Apple, Banana, Baking Soda, Sugar, Butter and Eggs.
Apple Banana Waffles
Baking Soda, Flour, Butter, Milk, Baking, Cinnamon
Banana Muffins.
Banana, Baking soda, Baking, Ground Cinnamon, Eggs.
Additional Smoothie ingredients depend upon season and availability.
Guava Smoothie
Guava Pulp, Milk, Condensed Milk, Ice, Lemon
Banana Smoothie
Bananas, Milk, Sugar, Evaporated Milk, Ice to taste.
Papaya smoothie.
Papaya, Evaporated milk, Water,
Soursop smoothie.
Soursop Pulp, Evaporated Milk, Condensed Milk, Ice to taste.
Mango Smoothie.
Mango, Oat milk, or soy milk, optional.
Delight Smoothie.
Milk, Cocoa, Strawberry, Banana, Ice, Sugar.
Lunches, Snacks and Sides
Mango Salad.
Mango, Red Onion, Cilantro, Lemon juice, Olive Oil, Pepper to taste.
Rice with Mango.
Rice, Onion, Garlic, Sweet Chili, Salt and Oil.
Green Banana Ceviche.
Green bananas, Sweet Onion, Sweet Chili, Cilantro, Salt.
Papaya Minced Meat.
Papaya, Minced Meat, Onion/Sweet Chili, Coriander / Garlic, Butter.
Guacamole.
Avocado, Lemon, Onion, Tomato, Cilantro.
Rice/Avocado.
Prepared Rice, Avocado Cubed, Chopped Coriander
Avocado/Cheese Dip
Avocado, Lemon juice, Cream cheese, Salt and Pepper.
Deserts
Passion fruit cheesecake.
Condensed Milk, Cream Cheese, Eggs,Butter,Passion fruit Pulp,Maria Cookie.
Lemon pie.
Maria cookie, Butter, Unflavored Gelatin,Condensed Milk,Cream Cheese, Lemon Juice.
Banana Apple Cake.
Banana, Flour,Eggs, Milk, Oil, Sugar, Baking Powder.
Mouse De Papaya
Papaya / Ice / Coconut Milk / Sugar
Coconut Cookies.
Striped coconut, Sugar,Flour,Butter,Eggs, Salt
Cajeta Coconut Candy
Striped coconut,Cinnamon, Vanilla,Milk,Sugar.
Coconut Rice Pudding
Uncooked Rice,Milk,Cinnamon,Cloves,Vanilla,Evaporated Milk, Condensed Milk,Sugar, Shredded Coconut.
Coconut Flan.
Condensed milk, Evaporated Milk,Coconut Milk,Egg,Vanilla.
Mouse of Maracuyá (Passion fruit Mouse)
Passion fruit Pulp, Condensed Milk, Evaporated Milk, Unflavored Gelatin.
Chocolate Cupcake.
Flour,Milk / Sugar,Eggs,Baking Powde,Butter,Vanilla.
Orange Cake.
Flour,Baking Powder,Butter,Eggs,Salt,Orange Zest,Sugar,Orange Juice.
Sauces, Jams and Popsicles
Coconut Popsicle.
Evaporated milk, Condensed Milk, Homogenized Milk, Shredded Coconut, Vanilla.
Apple Banana Popsicles.
Banana, Milk, Sugar
Guava Popsicles.
Milk / Guava / Sugar / Greek Yogurt.
Soursop Popsicle.
Soursop Pulp, Sugar, Water, or Milk.
Fig jam.
Fresh figs, Sugar, Lemon juice, Orange zest, Cinnamon, Cloves.
Guava jam.
Guava, Sugar, Water, Lemon, Cinnamon.
Mango Sauce.
Mango, Honey, Lemon Juice, Onion, Sweet Chili, Salt, Oil, Worcestershire Sauce.
Passion Fruit Dressing.
Passion Fruit, Apple Cider Vinegar, Bee Honey, Salt, and Oil.
Passion Fruit Sauce.
Passion fruit Pulp, Brown Sugar, Onion, Garlic.
Lemonade.
Ice / Lemon juice / Mint / Sugar
