About Business

Violet Francis also known to many as Auntie Vie is the youngest of 9 children from her father John, an agriculturist, and her mother Matilda or Sis Mattie, a domestic worker turned caterer. Her family comes from the 40 sq mile island of Montserrat, a close knit islands steeped in hospitality.

Auntie Vie’s interest in food was sparked by Violet Francis also known to many as Auntie Vie is the youngest of 9 children from her father John, an agriculturist, and her mother Matilda or Sis Mattie, a domestic worker turned caterer. Her family comes from the 40 sq mile island of Montserrat, a close knit islands steeped in hospitality.

Auntie Vie’s interest in food was sparked by her mother, a domestic worker who ultimately left her domestic employment for medical professionals to see about the well being of her children. To provide for them financially she took her knowledge of the local produce and livestock of her region, incorporated technique learned on her job and inspiration from heavenly sources that afford the consumer a divine culinary experience.

Auntie Vie loves family and loves seeing them all together especially over the holidays enjoying good food. She and her sisters all excel at different facets of the culinary experience. Auntie Vie’s late sister Rose loved to cook , bake, and teach she taught home economics for many years in St. Thomas.

Auntie Vie’s Restaurant is a manifestation of the encouragement and support of all her parents, aunts, uncles, sisters and late brothers. It is with pride that we try to carry on some of the traditions of our native island and can at least remind people of good times in their lives connected to certain meals. Read More

Mission Statement

At Auntie Vie's Restaurant and Bakery, our mission is to serve our guests with the highest quality, authentic home-style cooking that nourishes both body and soul. We are committed to using fresh, locally-sourced ingredients, and preparing each dish with care and attention to detail. Our goal is to create a warm and welcoming environment where our guests feel like family, At Auntie Vie's Restaurant and Bakery, our mission is to serve our guests with the highest quality, authentic home-style cooking that nourishes both body and soul. We are committed to using fresh, locally-sourced ingredients, and preparing each dish with care and attention to detail. Our goal is to create a warm and welcoming environment where our guests feel like family, and where they can enjoy delicious, homemade meals and baked goods that evoke a sense of comfort and nostalgia. We believe in the power of food to bring people together, and we strive to foster a sense of community through our hospitality and generosity. Read More

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