Berry Islands and Bimini Private Jet Catering: Chub Cay (MYBC / CCZ), Great Harbour Cay and South Bimini
Private jet catering for the Berry Islands and Bimini follows the rhythm of the sport-fishing calendar. Anglers fly into Chub Cay (MYBC / CCZ) for the blue marlin and wahoo of the Tongue of the Ocean, families land at Great Harbour Cay (MYBG / GHC) for the long, quiet beaches and the marina, and boat owners hop across the Gulf Stream to South Bimini (MYBS / BIM) for a weekend on the water. The menu on board can be as relaxed and fresh as the islands themselves: chilled seafood, island fruit, packed lunches for the boat and a celebration platter for the flight home.
Global Diners prepares VVIP inflight catering in our own kitchens in Paris, Nice and Madrid and in our kitchens across more than 2,500 airports, from Nassau and Fort Lauderdale to the smaller airstrips of the Out Islands. Where our guides to the Bahamas Family Islands and Grand Bahama, the Abacos and the Biminis give a wide view of the islands, this guide focuses on sport fishing and marina life at Chub Cay, Great Harbour Cay and South Bimini.
Three island airstrips for anglers and boat owners
Chub Cay sits at the southern tip of the Berry Islands, on the edge of the deep Tongue of the Ocean, and its marina is a long-standing base for offshore fishing. Great Harbour Cay, in the north of the chain, combines a sheltered marina with miles of beach. South Bimini is the closest Bahamian airport to Florida, a short hop across the Gulf Stream, and the gateway to the marinas and dive sites of North Bimini.
Airport | Typical trip | Global Diners catering |
Chub Cay (MYBC / CCZ) | Offshore fishing, marina stays | Full menu, delivery coordinated with your handler |
Great Harbour Cay (MYBG / GHC) | Family stays, beaches, marina | Full menu, delivery coordinated with your handler |
South Bimini (MYBS / BIM) | Weekend hops from Florida, diving, fishing | Full menu, delivery coordinated with your handler |
Nassau (MYNN / NAS) | Connections across the Bahamas | Full menu, delivery coordinated with your FBO |
On these smaller islands, our team plans every order with your handler and confirms the delivery time with you, so the catering is ready when the aircraft arrives or departs.
The sport-fishing calendar
The waters around the Berry Islands and Bimini are among the most celebrated sport-fishing grounds in the Atlantic. Each season brings different species, and many anglers plan their trips around them.
Season | On the water | Global Diners menu idea |
Spring to early summer | Blue and white marlin, sailfish, tuna | Breakfast boxes, packed lunches, celebration platters |
Autumn and winter | Wahoo and mahi-mahi offshore | Warm breakfasts, hearty sandwiches, soups for the flight home |
All year | Bonefishing on the flats | Light lunches, fresh fruit, plenty of water |
Winter | Diving with great hammerheads at Bimini | Warming drinks, snacks and comforting dinners |
Tournament weekends and holiday dates change from year to year, so our team confirms the timings with you when you order, and recommends ordering a little earlier than the usual 24 hours for the liveliest weekends.
Menus for a day on the water
A sport-fishing trip often starts before sunrise, and the best catering follows the angler from the aircraft to the boat. Our team prepares boxes that can go straight from the cabin to the cool box on deck, with every item labelled and easy to eat with one hand.
Early breakfast: egg and bacon brioche, Greek yoghurt with berries, banana bread and fresh juice.
Packed lunch for the boat: wraps, chicken or tuna salad sandwiches, pasta salad and fresh fruit.
Snacks: nuts, protein bars, cheese and crackers, and plenty of water and electrolyte drinks.
Crew boxes: individual meals for pilots and the boat crew, packed and labelled separately.
For the flight in, light dishes such as ceviche, poke bowls and fresh salads set the tone for the islands; for the flight home, passengers often prefer a hearty, comforting meal after a long day offshore.
On a fishing trip, the catering starts on the aircraft and finishes on the boat: fresh, simple, labelled and ready before sunrise.
Bahamian flavours and the catch of the day
Bahamian cooking is the perfect match for a fishing trip. Conch salad with lime and peppers, cracked conch, grilled grouper, spiny lobster in season, peas and rice and johnnycake are island classics, and Bimini is famous for its soft, sweet bread. Fresh pineapple, mango and coconut desserts complete the menu, with iced tea, fresh juices and sparkling water.
After a successful day, many anglers like to taste their catch on the way home. On request, our team can plan a seared tuna, grilled wahoo or chilled mahi-mahi dish for the return flight, prepared in line with HACCP principles and the cold chain. Each dish carries an allergen label and reheating guidance, and sauces are packed separately.
Island hops across the Bahamas and the Caribbean
Most trips to the Berry Islands and Bimini start in South Florida or Nassau, and many continue across the Bahamas or further into the Caribbean. A boat owner might fly from Fort Lauderdale (KFLL / FLL) to South Bimini for a weekend, then on to Chub Cay for a week of offshore fishing, and home via Nassau (MYNN / NAS). Passenger preferences are shared once and follow every leg.
Nassau: the hub of the Bahamas, see our Nassau guide.
Florida and the Bahamas: short hops across the Gulf Stream, see our Florida and Bahamas guide.
Sint Maarten: the gateway to St Barth and Anguilla, see our Sint Maarten guide.
Turks and Caicos: Grace Bay and the cays, see our Providenciales guide.
How to order catering for the Berry Islands and Bimini
Email order@globaldiners.com with the aircraft registration, airport, date, delivery time and passenger count.
Add dietary needs, allergies and VIP preferences in the same message.
Order 24 hours ahead, or a little earlier for tournament weekends and holidays, with the boat departure time if the catering continues on board.
Receive your dedicated quote and a written confirmation from our specialised team.
Our team coordinates the delivery time with your FBO or handler at Chub Cay (MYBC / CCZ), Great Harbour Cay (MYBG / GHC) or South Bimini (MYBS / BIM).
Halal, kosher, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free menus are available. The Global Diners client portal is coming very soon. It is designed to bring the Global Diners menu, order requests, confirmations and documents into one space for crew, operations and finance. Until it opens, every request goes through order@globaldiners.com.
Planning private jet catering around the fishing calendar at Chub Cay (MYBC / CCZ)
Chub Cay's liveliest catering periods follow the fishing calendar and the holiday schedule of its North American visitors. Order a little earlier than the standard 24 hours, confirm passenger and crew numbers early, and choose chilled menus that stay fresh in the sunshine and suit boat crews with early starts; our team agrees the delivery timing with your handler.
Event | When | Where |
Billfish season | April to July | Waters off Chub Cay and the Tongue of the Ocean |
Winter cruising season | December to April | Chub Cay marina and the Berry Islands |
Christmas and New Year holidays | December to January | Chub Cay |
Spring break and Easter | March to April | Chub Cay and nearby cays |
Billfish season at Chub Cay (MYBC / CCZ): April to July
Spring and early summer bring blue and white marlin, sailfish, tuna and wahoo close to Chub Cay, and the island fills with sport-fishing boats and visiting anglers. Fishing tournaments are held around the Berry Islands during this period, and business jet flights increase on weekends. Early breakfast boxes, packed lunches for long days offshore and celebratory platters for the flight home suit the season, with crew meals on request.
Culture and heritage near Chub Cay (MYBC / CCZ)
Chub Cay has long been a destination for sport fishing, attracting anglers from the United States since the mid-twentieth century. The Berry Islands' small communities preserve Bahamian traditions such as boatbuilding, straw work and church-centred community life. Bahamian holidays, from Independence Day to Junkanoo, are celebrated across the islands with music, parades and food. Fishing lore is part of local identity, and stories of record catches are shared on the docks. Visitors are welcome at local church services and community gatherings on the larger islands.
Dining and shopping near Chub Cay (MYBC / CCZ)
Dockside meals often feature the day's catch, cooked to order. Many visitors bring provisions from Florida or Nassau, and boaters stock up before arriving on the island. Fresh fish is often bought straight from the boats.
Also on the Global Diners network: South Bimini (MYBS / BIM)
South Bimini Airport serves the Bimini islands, the closest part of the Bahamas to the United States, about 80 km east of Miami across the Gulf Stream. Short flights from South Florida make Bimini a favourite for weekend trips, and visitors include boat owners, anglers, divers and guests of the large resort and marina complex on North Bimini, reached from the airport by road and a short water-taxi crossing. Bimini has a long sport-fishing history, and in winter it draws divers for great hammerhead sharks. Weekends and US holidays are the liveliest times of the year.
Diving and snorkelling are major draws, with wild dolphin encounters, great hammerhead dives in winter, the SS Sapona wreck and the Bimini Road, an underwater rock formation linked to the Atlantis legend. Sport fishing in the Gulf Stream is legendary, and bonefishing on the flats is excellent. Visitors also enjoy kayaking through mangroves, golf-cart tours of Alice Town and sunset at the marina. Nature trails on South Bimini lead through tropical forest to quiet coves and lookout points.
FBOs at every airport in this guide
Here are the business aviation terminals (FBOs) at each airport mentioned above. Our team coordinates every catering delivery with the FBO or handler you choose, and our own kitchens deliver planeside at Paris (LFPB / LBG) and Nice (LFMN / NCE).
Nassau (MYNN / NAS): Odyssey Aviation and Jet Nassau
Fort Lauderdale (KFLL / FLL): Sheltair, Fontainebleau Aviation, Ocean Aviation and Signature Aviation
Frequently asked questions
Does Global Diners cater flights to and from Chub Cay, Great Harbour Cay and South Bimini?
Yes. Our kitchens serve Chub Cay (MYBC / CCZ), Great Harbour Cay (MYBG / GHC) and South Bimini (MYBS / BIM), with every delivery coordinated with your handler.
Can the catering continue on the fishing boat?
Yes. Our team prepares labelled breakfast boxes, packed lunches and snacks that go straight from the cabin to the cool box on deck.
What should I order for a tournament weekend?
Early breakfast boxes, packed lunches for the boat and a celebration platter for the flight home work beautifully, and we recommend ordering a little earlier for these weekends.
Can one menu follow a trip from Florida across the Bahamas?
Yes. Preferences are shared once and follow every leg, from Fort Lauderdale (KFLL / FLL) to South Bimini, Chub Cay and Nassau (MYNN / NAS).
Can I have my own catch prepared for the flight home from Chub Cay?
Yes. On request, Global Diners can ask our kitchens serving Chub Cay (MYBC / CCZ) to prepare fish from your trip for the return flight, following HACCP principles. Tuna, wahoo and mahi-mahi suit seared, grilled or chilled dishes. Mention this when ordering, give the expected quantity and timing, and the team will confirm what can be arranged.
Can I take Bimini bread on board for a flight from South Bimini (MYBS / BIM)?
Yes. Bimini bread can be included in catering for departures from South Bimini Airport (MYBS / BIM), on request. It is ideal for breakfast, sandwiches or simply sliced with butter, and whole loaves travel well for passengers who want to take some home. Mention the quantity when ordering, and the team will arrange the pick-up and delivery to the handler.
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Heading out for marlin season?
Share your fishing dates with Global Diners, and our specialised team will prepare a dedicated quote for catering that follows you from the aircraft to the boat and home again, with the flavours of the Bahamas at every step.
To request a quote, email order@globaldiners.com with your aircraft registration, airport, date, delivery time and passenger count. Our specialised team replies with a dedicated quote for your mission.
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