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Published:Thursday | July 29, 2021 | 12:06 AMKrysta Anderson/Staff Reporter

Cooking is love made visible. In the case of Chef David Rose, cooking is love made incredibly palatable. Since his recent rise to culinary fame overseas, the Jamaican descendant is now filled with excitement over his upcoming recipe book, which...

Published:Thursday | July 22, 2021 | 12:09 AMKrysta Anderson/Staff Reporter

After-party street food played a huge role in the local entertainment scene pre-COVID. If there wasn’t a soup man present at an event, chances are you could find a jerk man close by, standing in a sea of smoke, bellowing at passers-by to put in...

Published:Thursday | July 22, 2021 | 12:08 AMShantay East/Gleaner Writer

One stop at Tego HQ told us it was the perfect chill spot for friends and family. The eatery is an ideal getaway from the hubbub of life in the city, with a lovely view overlooking the winding roads of Craigton. Between the fragrant smells of...

Published:Thursday | July 22, 2021 | 12:07 AMKrysta Anderson/Staff Reporter

It’s easy to forget that there is a world outside of the refreshing oasis known as Blue Brews Bistro. The sweet smell of Blue Mountain coffee wafting in the crisp country air; lush greenery overlooking sunny or sometimes foggy skies, and a host of...

Published:Thursday | July 15, 2021 | 5:53 AMShereita Grizzle/Staff Reporter

For years, 2 Chelsea Avenue has established itself as the home of authentic Jamaican jerk. Today, however, the spot formerly known as Pepperwood boasts the kind of newness that will undoubtedly have jerk lovers clamouring to book a table at the...

Published:Thursday | July 15, 2021 | 5:51 AMDebra Edwards/Assistant Online and Lifestyle Editor

Sometimes not having a set plan can work to your benefit. Such has been the case for Hibiscus Brew owner Allison Dunn, a May Pen, Clarendon native living in Brooklyn, New York, whose adorable, tropical café has become a coffee and smoothie lovers...

Published:Thursday | July 8, 2021 | 12:09 AM

Since Y Not Pita’s inception, co-principal Nancy Hado, said she has been inspired by her family’s traditional Lebanese cooking. Y Not Pita serves a familiar mix of Lebanese favourites: shish tawook and kibbehs, along with add-ons like labne, hummus...

Published:Thursday | July 8, 2021 | 12:08 AMStephanie Lyew/Gleaner Writer

After more than 25 years of crooning about island vibes, Morgan Heritage is ready to give the world a real taste of home. The iconic Grammy Award-winning, culture-driven band has ventured into the spirits industry with the official launch of their...

Published:Thursday | July 8, 2021 | 12:07 AMStephanie Lyew/Gleaner Writer

A stone’s throw away from the hustle and bustle of Cross Roads is a chef that rises with the sun and readies his kitchen for the morning rush hour. Breakfast at Irvin Thaxter’s Early Morning Restaurant can be sold out at a moment’s notice. Located...

Published:Thursday | July 1, 2021 | 12:09 AMKrysta Anderson/Staff Reporter

If your dining experience is rooted in expectation, consider it met and exceeded at Julie Mango Restaurant. Think of a symphony of flavours playing a sweet melody on your taste buds. A melting pot of herbs and spices, the popular eatery explores a...

Published:Thursday | July 1, 2021 | 12:08 AMYasmine Peru/Senior Gleaner Writer

Dave Rodney is that guy who always looks so unbothered that he fits into the décor – any décor. He really defines ‘been there, done that’, but the exceptional thing is, far from being blasé, his attitude says that he’d do it all over again, with...

Published:Thursday | July 1, 2021 | 12:05 AMKrysta Anderson/Staff Reporter

Hidden gastronomic gems are just waiting to be discovered once you rove the streets of this beautiful island. In fact, we found one in the parking lot of Premier Plaza — Central Smoothie — home to one of the tastiest shakes in Kingston. As we...

Published:Thursday | June 24, 2021 | 12:13 AMRuddy Mathison/Gleaner Writer

Cooks and chefs from childcare facilities in the Corporate Area and St Catherine were treated to a dazzling display of fine culinary skills at a Child Protection and Family Services Agency (CPFSA)-sponsored training seminar on Wednesday. The event...

Published:Thursday | June 24, 2021 | 12:12 AMShantay East/Gleaner Writer

Restaurateurs are optimistic about the impending extension of nightly curfew hours. Prime Minister Andrew Holness announced in Parliament yesterday that effective July 1, the curfew from Monday to Saturday would be 11 p.m and 6 p.m for Sunday....

Published:Thursday | June 24, 2021 | 12:12 AM

The summer is predicted to be hotter than ever before, but with temperatures rising, coffee lovers still want to cool down. Coffee Roasters of Jamaica, which was launched in 1991 by principal Mark Fletcher, is known for its distinct flavour — one...

Published:Thursday | June 24, 2021 | 12:11 AMYasmine Peru/Senior Gleaner Writer

For quite a few persons, healthy vegetarian food conjures up images of boring staples – veggie chunks and veggie mince or some sausage-looking stuff in tins. But there is actually a world of exciting veggie dishes that compare ‘flavour-ably’ with...

Published:Thursday | June 24, 2021 | 12:08 AMYasmine Peru/Senior Gleaner Writer

Up until last year June, the affable Bobo Negus, selling juices out of the box fitted on his bike, was a familiar sight in Half-Way Tree and on the plazas along Constant Spring Road in St Andrew. However, in the midst of the pandemic in 2020,...

Published:Thursday | June 24, 2021 | 12:06 AMDave Rodney/Gleaner Writer

Food and beverage lovers in the Atlanta, Georgia region are thrilled that the city is again opening for Epicurean adventures. An exciting upcoming event is the Atlanta Independence Rum...

Published:Thursday | June 24, 2021 | 12:06 AM

LONDONDERRY, New Hampshire (AP): A customer who ordered a couple of chilli dogs, fried pickle chips and drinks at a New Hampshire restaurant left a big tip — US$16,000. At first, the staff didn’t notice, Mike Zarella, owner of the Stumble Inn Bar...

Published:Thursday | June 24, 2021 | 12:05 AMKrysta Anderson/Staff Reporter

Brunching has become the top social event of the COVID-19 pandemic. And with a mantra like ‘Eat. Drink. Chive’, excitement is a natural feeling when considering taking part in Chive’s summer brunch offering. “Chef Paul Bennett’s carrot French toast...

Published:Friday | June 18, 2021 | 1:03 AMDebra Edwards/Contributor

With the tagline ‘Taste the Island’, you might be hard-pressed to decide on just one flavour to try from gourmet paleta spot Chill-Pops in Negril. The answer to your sweet decision-making conundrum is simple, says founder Damir Tufail. “Try a...

Published:Friday | June 18, 2021 | 1:03 AMKrysta Anderson/Staff Reporter

An exciting experience awaits food aficionados who walk through the doors of Oceano. From the fascinating sushi bar, boasting a wide array of rolls to the sophisticated and diverse Japanese-Jamaican menu, the restaurant has garnered the attention...

Published:Thursday | June 10, 2021 | 12:17 AM

Appleton Estate Jamaica Rum has released its Hearts Collection, a trio of three vintages that accompany the brand’s ultra-premium range. This limited-edition collection is unlike any expression ever released by the brand, comprising the first and...

Published:Thursday | June 10, 2021 | 12:16 AMShereita Grizzle/Staff Reporter

In the entertainment industry, recording artiste Kemar Highcon is known as the ‘Sauce Boss’. His nickname has everything to do with image as he’s usually ‘dripping’ in style and swagger. The So Saucy deejay undoubtedly has impeccable taste in...

Published:Thursday | June 10, 2021 | 12:16 AMShereita Grizzle/Staff Reporter

For 48-year-old culinary arts specialist, Roland Henry, a thriving love affair with food began by chance at the age of 14. Henry told Food that while living in the United States in the ‘80s, he took a job as a dishwasher at a local restaurant in...

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