Food

Delicious jerk-marinated lamb chops with potato-pumpkin purée and garlic-buttered vegetables on display during a cooking class at the Hyatt Ziva and Zilara Montego Bay on Tuesday.
October 2025 by Janet Silvera

Women stirring the pot of change at Hyatt Ziva and Zilara

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.…
Maggie Baird, mother of world-famous musicians Billie Eilish and Finneas.
October 2025

Want to eat more plant-based meals?

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…
The jerk chicken sushi roll.
October 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.
October 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.
October 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.
October 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.
September 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.
September 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
September 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…