Food

The jerk chicken sushi roll.
December 9, 2025 by Janet Silvera

Where sushi meets Scotch bonnet

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 Glenroy Walker presented the sweet side of brunch with these decadent desserts.
December 9, 2025 by Krysta Anderson

Ja Food and Drink Festival gives food lovers taste of year 11 at launch

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…
The passion of Joy, made for Appleton Estate Master Blender Joy Spence, is bold, warm, and full of life and a balance of fruity, spicy, and refreshing flavours.
December 9, 2025

4 new Appleton Estate cocktails you can try

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…
Asia Thomas, owner of Azi’s Pasta Plates, gives a tour of her restaurant on 36 Burlington Avenue in St Andrew, highlighting the space she designed to blend Italian flair with Jamaican warmth.
December 9, 2025 by Nyoka Manning

Azi’s Pasta Plates blends Italian staples with Caribbean flair

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…
Mixologist Chantal Wilson presents the quick and easy Campari Grapefruit which was served during Campari’s new bottle launch lyme event.
December 9, 2025 by Krysta Anderson

Campari brings a new look to the mix

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…
Jamaican Ambassador to Japan Shorna-Kay Richards serves up an order of jerk chicken at Matsuya.
December 9, 2025 by Janet Silvera

Japan’s Matsuya adds J’can jerk chicken to menus in 1,118 stores across Japan

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…
Chef Hilda Baci
December 9, 2025

Nigerian chef breaks world record for cooking the largest jollof rice dish

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…
Strawberry Shortcake comes sprinkled with crunchy shortcake crumble and drizzled with a sweet, yummy strawberry glaze.
December 9, 2025 by Nyoka Manning

Drizzle Cheesecake Jamaica puts fun twist on classic dessert

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…
Chef Jonathan Simpson’s daughter, Jay-Ann Simpson, smiles for the camera as she presents one of her father’s signature dishes: the seafood boil.
December 9, 2025 by Krysta Anderson

Chef Jonathan Simpson turns up the heat with Jabba’s Seafood and Grill

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…