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Published:Thursday | November 3, 2022 | 12:10 AM

With Kingston being a melting pot of food and culture, the Kingston Curry Festival is poised for locals to indulge in the gastronomic delight of as much curry as possible. Scheduled for Saturday, December 3, 2022, at the Hope Zoo in St Andrew,...

Published:Thursday | November 3, 2022 | 12:09 AMKrysta Anderson / Staff reporter

On Monday, breast cancer warriors, survivors and thrivers were fêted with a fabulous four-course meal at The Terra Nova All Suite Hotel for The Gleaner’s annual event, Live with Flair. The day’s menu included an enchanting roundup of soup, salad, a...

Published:Thursday | November 3, 2022 | 12:08 AMAinsworth Morris/Gleaner Writer

When the pandemic hit and restaurants in New York, ‘the city that never sleeps’, were forced to close their doors, Jamie Allen – Jamaica Food...

Published:Thursday | November 3, 2022 | 12:07 AM

Jamaican-Canadian entrepreneur and curry enthusiast Elizabeth Ainsworth has been making significant strides in spreading the gospel of curry as her brand, Esmen’s Curry Powder, continues to expand. Boasting a unique formula that came to Jamaica...

Published:Thursday | October 27, 2022 | 12:08 AMKrysta Anderson/Staff Reporter

What’s a party without cake? Well, in honour of outside’s grand reopening, Sweetart Bake Expo made a delightful comeback over the weekend, which left young and old dessert lovers in a state of ambrosia, beckoning for more decadence. “It’s not our...

Published:Thursday | October 27, 2022 | 12:05 AM

Simmone Edwin, the food enthusiast, culinary mastermind, and lover of all Caribbean flavours, can now add Maggi Food Court Caribbean 2022 champion to her accolades. Edwin, who hails from the twin island of Trinidad and Tobago, secured the winning...

Published:Thursday | October 27, 2022 | 12:05 AMKrysta Anderson/Staff Reporter

We’ve heard the tale of food being seen as medicine. But for Jamaican New Yorker Javon Pink, food was the company, therapy, and remedy, all seasoned marinated, and cooked up in a one-pot meal. Today, he goes by the moniker Cooking With Jeff, and...

Published:Thursday | October 20, 2022 | 12:09 AMDebra Edwards/Assistant Online and Lifestyle Editor

Heroes weekend saw luxury resort Half Moon stirring the melting pot, taking guests on a nomadic journey to Somalia and across the Atlantic to Italy, where guest chef Bashir Munye was born and then raised. Munye, the first in a long line of notable...

Published:Thursday | October 20, 2022 | 12:08 AMKrysta Anderson/Staff Reporter

Randeen Thomas has many fond memories of his time on Inna Di Mix, the reality competition that saw local mixologists go head to head. “My favourite episode is the love story episode. We learnt about food pairing and wines. That wasn’t one of my...

Published:Thursday | October 13, 2022 | 12:09 AMKeisha Hill /Senior Gleaner Writer

Ethiopian food is distinctive and delicious, befitting a remarkable country with a cultural heritage that stands out from the rest of Africa. With the Ethiopian Prince Ermias Sahle Selassie, the grandson of Emperor Haile Selassie, slated to arrive...

Published:Thursday | October 13, 2022 | 12:08 AM

The Maggi Food Court Caribbean is known for high drama, great food and camaraderie. However, episode six was fiery and very unpredictable. There were flames, flashing lights, and a host of emotions. The two men on the floor were Ricardo Hepkins,...

Published:Thursday | October 13, 2022 | 12:07 AM

In keeping with Half Moon’s commitment to agricultural sustainability, the resort has established a partnership with Chef Bashir Munye, professor at George Brown College in Toronto, Canada, for a series of culinary events taking place at the resort...

Published:Thursday | October 6, 2022 | 12:08 AM

The Maggi Food Court Caribbean kitchen has reached alarming levels of intensity as the defendants battle for their spot in the finals. The palates of the jurors have worked assiduously over the weeks and have helped them to make informed decisions...

Published:Thursday | October 6, 2022 | 12:08 AMStephanie Lyew/Gleaner Writer

In the middle of the busy Winchester thoroughfare of the capital’s Corporate Area is a dining space that despite the rise of delivery, take-out, and online ordering technologies, still values the physical, in-house experience. The Cove Coolout...

Published:Thursday | September 29, 2022 | 12:07 AMStephanie Lyew / Gleaner Writer

Red Stripe, the popular Jamaican beer brand, along with the Being Jamaican tour company, coordinated a gastronomic tour to the parish of Portland as part of an unveiling of Boston Jerk Centre’s new look. The trip was an engaging one that exposed...

Published:Thursday | September 29, 2022 | 12:06 AMKrysta Anderson/Staff Reporter

Plates up and drinks on deck! Marrying authentic herbs and spices with sweet and spirited mixes is pure poetry for the palate. And this October 26-30, Jamaica Food and Drink Festival (JFDF) promises to deliver just that through the most exquisite...

Published:Thursday | September 22, 2022 | 12:07 AM

The Maggi Food Court Caribbean battle heats up with every new challenge, and the piercing stares of the jurors heighten the tension in the kitchen as they watch the defendants try to manipulate the tools on their battlefield, all for the title of...

Published:Thursday | September 22, 2022 | 12:07 AM

In an effort to continualy promote the premiumisation of rum, Appleton Estate recently launched its Appleton Estate Decades in the Cayman Islands. “We have always made efforts to secure the best for our consumers and we are here to tell all rum...

Published:Thursday | September 22, 2022 | 12:06 AMKrysta Anderson/ Staff Reporter

Creativity sparking imagination is not only limited to the canvas. It also plays a very vital role in the making and plating of delicious dishes as well. Deandra Young Sang went from picky eater growing up to a certified foodie and culinary...

Published:Sunday | September 18, 2022 | 5:16 PM

The carnival of Caribbean flavour and culinary skills continues with another epic battle in the Maggi Food Court competition. The heated combo of Jamaicans, a Trinidadian and Guyanese raised the bar of the competition, setting off alarms and...

Published:Thursday | September 15, 2022 | 12:07 AMKrysta Anderson/Staff Reporter

Who doesn’t love digging right into a great home-cooked meal? Well, O’Briens on the Boulevard delivers on cherishing those treasured moments, giving food lovers a rich rush of authentic flavour with each savoury bite. The fried chicken struck a...

Published:Sunday | September 11, 2022 | 5:45 PM

Neither the judge nor the jurors expected the level of heat that came with the first knock-out round of the Maggi Food Court competition. The defendants came armed and dangerous to build their cases, show why they should be considered for the...

Published:Thursday | September 8, 2022 | 12:08 AM

A cup of tea just got a bit more relaxing. Tea can be part of a healthy diet and people who drink tea may even be a little more likely to live longer than those who don’t, according to a large study. Tea contains helpful substances known to reduce...

Published:Thursday | September 8, 2022 | 12:07 AMJanet Silvera/Senior Gleaner Writer

Two white feather banners appear out of nowhere, and there is no signpost indicating arrival at the destination, but residents of Unity Hall, Montego Bay, know how to find Jerk Friday at Shingle Hut. Privacy, and seclusion, within the confines of a...

Published:Thursday | September 8, 2022 | 12:06 AMKrysta Anderson/Staff Reporter

Summer might be over but Chef Jemar Lyons is still bringing the heat into the kitchen. His introduction to the culinary arts took a unique journey from the call centre to all things flavour. Feeding his passion, he sizzled on to the scene and rose...

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