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Food

Christmas pudding with brandy butter, a favourite on Susie’s holiday dessert table.

Susie’s restaurant will welcome guests today for its long-loved Thanksgiving celebration, a tradition it has proudly upheld for 30 years. Director Susan Hanna says the event has become something customers eagerly anticipate each year. “We’ve been...
Here is a closer look at the island-spiced pumpkin cheesecake topped with roasted pecans.

Usain Bolt’s Tracks and Records in St Andrew has brought back an ‘oldie but goodie’ tradition, treating palates to exciting offerings from its Food Week menu. “We have always participated in Food Week over the years. Although it is no longer in...
Jack Sprat in Treasure Beach, St Elizabeth.

There can be no conversation about Treasure Beach, St Elizabeth, without a mention of Jakes, a world-renowned hotel situated on the edge of the coastline, and Jack Sprat, the restaurant “considered the headquarters of eating and drinking in...

With Hurricane Melissa having wreaked havoc across western Jamaica, local chef Jacqui Tyson and entrepreneur Emelio Madden are among those in the food industry stepping up to offer a warm meal to those in need. “I didn’t know how to share the love...

As the country grapples with the impact of Hurricane Melissa, the dangerous Category 5 storm that made landfall on Tuesday, many will depend on the non-perishables in their pantries or emergency kits. As we assess the damage and look towards...

As the island eases into autumn, Lady Bee Mixology welcomes the season with its Autumn Menu – a collection of artfully crafted cocktails that reflect Jamaica’s crisp energy and cosy charm. Launched in early October, the new menu invites cocktail...

WESTERN BUREAU: When guests walk into the grand atrium of the Atlanta Marriott Marquis, few realise that behind the scenes of its bustling restaurants, banquet halls, and 5,000-seat ballroom is a Jamaican at the helm: Executive Chef Rohan Leach....

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...

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...

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...
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