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Food

Jungle Fire - buffet style

Published:Tuesday | January 16, 2018 | 12:00 AMRasbert Turner/Gleaner Writer

The operators of Jungle Fire Restaurant have given the Portmore, St Catherine, community its first buffet-style restaurant, where food is sold by weight.The restaurant opened last September at the Big Buy Plaza. At the opening, there was a...

Finding love in a coconut - CIB shop serves up wide range of goodness

Published:Tuesday | January 16, 2018 | 12:00 AM

There is perhaps no place in Jamaica that showcases the diverse range of coconut-based products more than The Coconut Shop on Waterloo Road in Kingston.Every day, the aroma of freshly made gizzadas, coconut drops, grater cakes, tarts, cookies,...

Simple and elegant shrimp skewers

Published:Tuesday | January 9, 2018 | 12:00 AM

After all the cooking and shopping that the holidays inspired us to do, I'm looking forward to pulling out some easy recipes that use ingredients that I keep on hand. One of my favourite items to keep in the freezer is frozen shrimp.I keep both...

Delectable bites at Shaggy and Friends

Published:Tuesday | January 9, 2018 | 12:00 AM

They might have come for the show, but the food was certainly hard to ignore.Shaggy and Friends, the popular star-studded concert that raises funds for the Bustamante Hospital for Children, was the centre of attention in St Andrew last weekend. With...

Chef Shea: Master of the Grill

Published:Tuesday | January 9, 2018 | 12:00 AMKrysta Anderson/ Gleaner Writer

Despite the cold weather invading our green shores, it's summer all year round here in Jamrock. And we love our spices, so ain't nothing wrong with some good old-fashioned barbecue.If you have never taken a turn at the grill or still wet behind the...

Find Your New Main Squeeze

Published:Wednesday | December 13, 2017 | 12:00 AMJody-Anne Lawrence

If you are driving along Knutsford Boulevard in New Kingston, you might come across a brightly coloured truck in front of Victoria Mutual with your favourite juices and cheerful staff ready to serve.This is Main Squeeze, a juice truck operated by...

King of the BBQ

Published:Friday | December 29, 2017 | 12:00 AMLatara Boodie

Hundreds of foodies gathered to experience true Jamaican flavour at Jack Daniel's BackYaad BBQ at the UWI Mona visitors' lodge on Boxing Day. The all-you-can-eat event featured an array of delicious dishes from several well-known restaurants such as...

From Tank to Table: Rainforest Seafoods’ Live Lobster Offering at Moon Palace

Published:Tuesday | January 2, 2018 | 12:00 AM

There is nothing like the delectable taste of fresh lobster. And now guests at Moon Palace Jamaica in Ocho Rios, can enjoy just that at the hotel’s seaside restaurant. Thanks to a unique partnership between Palace Resorts and...

Kenny’s Italian Cafe- the best out west

Published:Tuesday | December 26, 2017 | 12:00 AMOkoye Henry

For authentic Italian cuisine, Kenny's Italian Cafe is ranked among the best in western Jamaica.Located along Norman Manley Boulevard in the capital of casual, Negril, the restaurant and bar is designed to satisfy the taste buds of lovers of Italian...

Festive Feast Leftovers

Published:Tuesday | December 26, 2017 | 12:00 AMKrysta Anderson

Christmas day has come and gone, but who says the season has to end? With so many dishes on the table to choose from, there is bound to be tons of leftovers. What do you do with them? Chef Noel...

A joyful Appleton dinner

Published:Tuesday | December 19, 2017 | 12:00 AMJody-Anne Lawrence

It's the most wonderful time of the year, and to celebrate, the rum specialists – Appleton Estate – along with the first female master blender, Joy Spence, hosted an intimate dinner featuring a three-course menu by chef Gariel...

Put a little 'pep' in your chicken with Peppatree

Published:Tuesday | December 19, 2017 | 12:00 AM

Good ol' Jamaican jerked chicken is good any time of the day or year, and Christmas is no exception. But make it a little special and bring it up a notch with a special sauce from our friends at Peppatree.Ingredients4-6 tbs Peppatree Ol' Time Jerk2...

The First Noel - Festive Feasts (Part Two)

Published:Tuesday | December 19, 2017 | 12:00 AMKrysta Anderson

Last week, we introduced succulent meat recipes for you to try this Christmas. This week, The First Noel is back and ready to blow your taste buds with bursts of rich flavours.Meats are nothing without sides, so Chef Noel Cunningham has provided a...

For the love of Ting

Published:Wednesday | November 29, 2017 | 12:00 AM

Since its introduction in 1976, Ting has been a true Jamaican drink. Its distinct grapefruit taste is like no other, the ultimate fusion of tart and sweet.The drink has grown greatly in popularity over the years, lending its taste to many events. In...

Mix it Up this Christmas

Published:Tuesday | December 19, 2017 | 12:00 AMKrysta Anderson

Once Christmas comes around, people immediately think of the consumption of food, but what about the drinks? Let's mix things up this season with cocktails from brands you all know and love!Baileys Hot ChocolateIngredients50 ml of Baileys Original...

The First Noel: Festive Feast

Published:Friday | December 8, 2017 | 12:00 AMKrysta Anderson

Christmas is all about tradition, and one of the most important ones may be the sweet indulgence of Christmas dinner. Still wondering what to prepare for the season? Well, do we have a treat for you! Food has enlisted the expertise of Chef Noel...

Sweet Runnings makes its mark

Published:Tuesday | December 12, 2017 | 12:00 AMLatara Boodie

Sweet Runnings Jamaican Recipe Galore is chock-full of authentic Jamaican recipes waiting for you to recreate in your home. Written by Dr Pamella Powell, the book earlier this year won the Special Award of the Jury Certificate from the Gourmand...

An innovative twist on Christmas staples

Published:Wednesday | November 29, 2017 | 12:00 AM

As the Yuletide season approaches, the Food Section reached out to some of our good friends for delicious and innovative recipes that will wow your guests and tantalise your taste buds.At Christmas we all love eggnog, and who doesn't love a good...

Gastronomy - Food, history, and good company

Published:Wednesday | December 6, 2017 | 12:00 AMJanet Silvera

WESTERN BUREAU:Jamaica has had a long history of first-class gastronomy. Last Thursday, the country's tourism minister, Edmund Bartlett pushed the envelope by hosting a 10-course Gastronomy Experience at the 200-year-old Chukka Good Hope Estate in...

Escape to Lyming at Walkerswood

Published:Tuesday | December 5, 2017 | 12:00 AMJody-Anne Lawrence

Sometimes you just need to escape to the countryside, where you can relax enjoy some good vibes and great food. That's exactly what you get at Lyming at Walkerswood.Tucked away on the old entrance to Ocho Rios (from Kingston), this restaurant is...

Around the world in eight courses

Published:Tuesday | December 5, 2017 | 12:00 AMNashauna Lalah

If you have ever been to a Chaine des Rotisseurs dinner, you know it's all about cameraderie and gastronomy. What less would you expect from the oldest culinary arts society in the world?Last Saturday, the Jamaican Bailliage inducted 10 new members...

Russell's T20 Restaurant and Sports Bar

Published:Tuesday | November 28, 2017 | 5:46 PMRasbert Turner

Russell's T20 Restaurant and Sports Bar in Old Harbour St Catherine, is an oasis of fine foods. The array of delectable dishes includes: braised oxtail, barbequed chicken, shrimp platter, barbequed ribs, de Russ salad, and curried goat, accompanied...

Enjoy the delicious offering of Boss Foods

Published:Wednesday | November 29, 2017 | 11:55 AMRasbert Turner

The 'Old Capital' of Spanish Town in St Catherine is blessed with many unique eateries. One is Boss Foods and Catering Services. When Food visited the Wellington Street location recently, the delicious aroma was intoxicating. Jerked chicken,...

Chef on tour - a night of culinary genius

Published:Wednesday | November 29, 2017 | 12:00 AM

It was a night of exceptionalism. Wonderful people, wonderful cuisine, engaging live entertainment all combining for a memorable evening.Simply put, last Saturday's Iberostar Chef on Tour was an evening of culinary genius. Michelin Star Chef Matt...

Go Bananas this Christmas

Published:Tuesday | November 28, 2017 | 12:00 AM

Go Bananas this Christmas with these JP St Mary's inspired recipes that are not only delicious but also good for you.It's the festive season, and we often get caught up in the excessive eating and drinking associated with this time of the year. But...

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