As the festive season approaches, many are starting to eyeball their holiday menus. In the drink department, sorrel and eggnog mixes rule the beverage list, but there is another cocktail that can be just as zesty or bright: a margarita. Perfect for...
Maggie Baird says her vegan cinnamon rolls are a family favourite – including to her children, who happen to be the world-famous musicians Billie Eilish and Finneas. Growing up, Baird stopped eating meat in part because she felt connected to...
WESTERN BUREAU: The scent of jerk spice filled the terrace at Hyatt Ziva and Zilara Montego Bay, but something far richer was simmering, a story of perseverance, empowerment, and Jamaican pride. Executive Sous Chef Mernel Casey and Chef de Cuisine...
WESTERN BUREAU: At the Boardwalk Shopping Village along Norman Manley Boulevard in Negril — Jamaica’s Capital of Casual — a quiet culinary revolution is unfolding. It’s here that Matthew Wallace, chef, foodie, and one of the founders of the...
With help from some of Jamaica’s top bartenders, Appleton Estate has crafted a fresh line-up of cocktails suited for any vibe — from a relaxed night in to a lively evening out with friends. From the Otaheite spice, a bold twist with Jamaican flair...
Sweet aromas wafting in the garden air, beckoning taste buds to dance in a revelry of island flavour, could only mean one thing: Jamaica Food and Drink Festival (JFDF) is back, and it’s already promising to be better than before. For the 11th...
Azi’s Pasta Plates has established itself as a destination where fresh pasta meets bold, inventive flavours. The restaurant has fostered loyalty through hearty portions, house-made sauces, and creative twists on classics. With a menu that...
Campari has unveiled a new look, drawing attention for its sleek Italian design. While some are focused on the fresh packaging, others are glad the aperitif’s bold taste remains the same. Food stopped by the official launch last Friday night at J....
Cheesecake reinvented, reimagined, and redefined. That’s the promise behind Drizzle Cheesecake Jamaica, the dessert venture owned by Aljermaine Robertson and Osania Campbell, two young entrepreneurs daring to transform a timeless treat into...
Published:Thursday | September 18, 2025 | 12:10 AM
LAGOS, Nigeria (AP): A Nigerian chef has broken the world record for cooking the largest ever pot of jollof rice. Guinness World Records confirmed the achievement on Monday for the largest jollof rice serving by celebrity chef Hilda Baci. Baci,...
TOKYO, JAPAN: Jamaica’s signature jerk chicken has found a new home in Japan, following a major partnership with restaurant giant Matsuya, which rolled out the dish across 1,118 outlets on September 16. At the Tokyo event, Jamaica’s ambassador to...
Delighting palates with bold island flavours, Jabba’s has been making waves locally and internationally with its famous ‘peppa swims’. The brand has since expanded to a restaurant, with a diverse menu line-up that offers so much more than just...
WESTERN BUREAU: Ocho Rios has a new pulse — and it beats at Uncorked Ochi — a space that is more than a restaurant, more than a wine bar, more than a deli. Nestled in Drax Hall, Jamaica’s fast-rising new frontier, Uncorked Ochi is a full-bodied...
WESTERN BUREAU: RIU Palace Tropical Bay in Hanover hosted a fiesta of flavours last week at its Tantalise Your Senses culinary event. Jamaican, Spanish, and Mexican dishes took centre stage at a night designed around creativity and luxury. With...
One pan ah knock? More like over 30 jerk drums peaking on flavour and enticing palates at the long-awaited PAN competition. When April Taylor first heard about this year’s showdown, she was eager to enter and, in the end, her efforts paid off when...
The Scenes at the Factory summer series closed last weekend with a three-day finale presented by The Creative Factory, in partnership with Caribbean Producers Jamaica (CPJ). The weekend highlighted food and wine, with Chef Jerron Green preparing...
The best-laid plans sometimes take unexpected turns – just ask Wynton Hudson. Mixology was far from his career paths at Boston College, yet like a well-made martini, his life was shaken and stirred while attending university for two years in the...
Six finalists have been selected for the first-ever Copperwood PAN Pork Competition, with a grand cash prize of $1 million up for grabs. Nicole Hall, commercial marketing manager, CB Foods, said the PAN Pork finalists are all past PAN chicken...
Food was the main attraction last Saturday at the 2025 Grace Food Festival held at the Hope Botanical Gardens in St Andrew. The event gathered restaurants and street vendors for a vibrant, all-day culinary experience and drew families, food...
It was a feast for the senses at Broken Plate on Sunday as Élevé Champagne Brunch delivered a celebration of flavours, bubbles, and style. Staged in partnership with Laurent-Perrier, the event brought Kingston’s food lovers together for an...
During her days at university, whenever Tru-Sha Russell got anxious during examination season, she would turn to an unexpected stress reliever: baking. Creating sweet treats came naturally to her. But she never imagined that she could convert her...
The Grace Food Festival is back for its second staging this Saturday and is promising a flavour-filled celebration at the Hope Botanical Gardens, bringing together Jamaica’s finest culinary delights, vibrant entertainment, and wholesome family fun...
In the summer heat, we find ourselves drawn to that glorious section of the drinks menu that promises relief in the form of a cold, creamy, brain-freezing indulgence. But ordering a frozen drink looks different in restaurants and ice cream shops....
Totlyn McDonald, the 2024 CB PAN chicken champion, has unlocked a new chapter in her life. From the serene hills of Leith Hall, St Thomas, this culinary star’s once-hidden jerk spot has been transformed into an even more popular site for locals and...
All roads lead to the Jamaica Food and Drink Kitchen this Friday night as Appleton Estate kicks off National Rum Day. Although National Rum Day will be globally celebrated on Saturday, Jamaica’s celebration starts Friday at the Progressive...
