Traybakes are a great dinner solution when you can’t or won’t spend time at the stove-top. With this mostly hands-off technique, the ingredients are combined on a single baking sheet then roasted in the oven. In this recipe from the book Cook What...
A good salad strikes a perfect balance of textures and flavours, but it’s easy to overdo it with rich ingredients, especially when striving to add savoury elements. For a vegetarian salad that hits all the right notes, combine tangy cheese with...
When flavour enters the chat, there is one place that remains synonymous with natural spices and authentic flavour and it’s Portland. Since calling the parish his home in 2006, Chef Bobby Walker has dedicated over three decades to the culinary...
With the words, “Yuh a di rice, we a di peas” running across the beautiful structure of the new Island Grill in Spanish Town, you could already tell that specially invited guests were in for a delightful treat beyond the restaurant doors. Once the...
Though autumn is months away, Jamaica Mountain Peak is hoping to bring a fall favourite into spring with their new Golden Turmeric Latte with Pumpkin Spice. Commercial and corporate affairs manager at Salada Foods, Kerrian Johnson, told Food the...
Stir-fries are easy to cook, but getting the flavours just right can require a long list of aromatics and seasonings. Relying on high-impact ingredients cuts down on cost and time while still delivering big flavour. In this case, we create an easy...
Buzo Osteria Italiana celebrated its first anniversary in Jamaica by welcoming a new executive chef, Michele Pieragostini. Pieragostini is an accomplished Italian chef hailing from Fermo and brings with him 21 years of knowledge. He is looking...
When you hear the term ‘papi chulo’, pimp/cute daddy or father is usually the translation that follows suit. Likewise, in the culinary world, Papi Chulo is looking to be the godfather of inspiring Mexican flavour, with a local twist, in the Garden...
Calling back on an oldie but goodie, The Jamaica Pegasus hotel is reigniting the flame of Tuesday on the Grill. Hosted at the poolside of the illustrious Kingston hotel, General Manager Brian Sang says they are overjoyed to welcome the public back...
Inspiring inclusion for Women’s History Month, Sugarbuzz Desserts’ Suelan Chung-Evans enlisted an elite all-female cast to create a display of opulent artistry and cake mastery for the first-ever staging of black tie event, A Taste of Art: the...
Krispy Kreme has opened its fourth location in Jamaica at the Portmore Mall in St Catherine, adding to its three other locations in Manor Park, at the intersection of Waterloo Road and Hope Road and West Parade. According to Nadia Kiffin Green,...
Sugabuzz Desserts, in partnership with Sweet Greetings, will host its first-ever showcase this Saturday. Dubbed A Taste of Art: the Exhibition, the black tie event will be held at Blank Space JA at the Trade Centre on Red Hills Road, from 4 p.m. to...
Imagine having gastronomic access to not one, not two but three of your favourite food brands, all under one roof. The grand opening of the Mother’s Café at the University Hospital of the West Indies (UHWI) in Kingston introduces the ultimate taste...
Jamaica is often referred to as a gastronomic hub, lauded for not only our innovative cuisine but also the natural ingredients that make such innovations possible. Hoping to highlight a product that she believes has gone unrecognised for far too...
At any given bar sits two types of drinkers: the ones who partake in the spirits to forget the world around them and the significant set who indulge to remember those distinctively sweet notes of flavour. As a firm believer of the latter, Matthieu...
Tasha-Kaye Myers has always known that she was a foodie. Although she has a degree in nursing, her passion for business led to a tasty discovery. This delicious detour into the world of culinary arts marked the start of a new venture: Brew Box Café...
WESTERN BUREAU: At last Saturday’s Chaîne des Rôtisseurs dinner, Executive Chef Mark Cole unveiled his culinary masterpiece: an intricately crafted ice dome, housing a refreshing sorbet, featuring flavours of dragon fruit, watermelon, and Scotch...
Like many foodies, Saleema Barclay knew from an early age she had an affinity for food. Garnering a special place in her heart were the myriad of sweet treats Jamaica has become known for. She told Food, “I’ve always been interested in food, but,...
WESTERN BUREAU: Upon entering Rum Yard at Main Street, Rose Hall, St James, one is immediately struck by a sense of authenticity. The zinc roof, reminiscent of a factory, looms overhead, setting the stage for an immersive experience. Dominating the...
This recipe for her cookbook Healthy Made Simple has become Ella Mills’ go-to when she’s cooking for friends and family. She says it’s always a hit, and “you get maximum flavour for minimal effort”. She pops ingredients into a mini chopper and...
Start to finish: 45 minutes Servings: 4 It’s a common misconception that the best soups require long ingredient lists and hours of simmering. In fact, just a handful of high-flavour items can be transformed into an umami-bomb of a soup in just...
Dubbed the Smirnoff Sensation, this crisp cocktail is a great combination of sweetness with a dash of sourness. If you’re not a mixologist, there’s no need to worry as this recipe is easy to follow and guaranteed to become one of your favourite...
One of our favourite things to order in a nice restaurant is a perfectly cooked piece of salmon with a crispy skin. The crackling exterior contrasting with the pink, tender fish — perfection. And luckily, it’s a very doable dish to make at home!...
In August 2023, Chillin’ Restaurant and Bar closed its doors temporarily. Now two months into the new year, the Jamaican food hotspot is back and at a new home. Reopening their doors at 3 Musgrave Avenue in Kingston, proprietor P.J. Wright...
Whether you’re giving up meat, rice or flour this Lenten season, there are many options that won’t have you missing a thing, including this flavourful vegan twist on the classic Jamaican dish: rundown. In collaboration with Vegan Influencer Karl...
