An Introduction to Caribbean Cuisine

Set your tastebuds ablaze with the vibrant cuisine of the Caribbean islands. We talk you through some of the best Caribbean food to try.

The jerk is the signature flavour of Jamaica and one of the Caribbean's most famous cuisines, jerk refers to a very spicy dry or wet rub applied to chicken or other meat. After absorbing the flavours, the meat is smoked and/or grilled to fiery perfection.

Calaloo is a vegetable dish with leafy greens (often from the namesake bush or from taro, water spinach and more) are boiled into a thick stew, which may include peppers, coconut milk, okra and all manner of meats and seafood.

The pepperpot is simmered in huge pots across the Caribbean, this thick and rich stew can include aubergine, okra, squash, potatoes and pretty much anything else that grows in the islands' rich earth. Beef is the most common meat, while fungi - tasty cornmeal dumplings - add texture.

Let’s not forget about the plantain which we will use to cook a very special recipe.

What to expect:

• From mastering the jerk rub to perfecting the art of simmering pepperpot, you’ll gain valuable culinary skills.
• Cook up a feast with different types of meat and vegetables in a range of dishes.
• Learn how to transform plantain into a show-stopping side dish.
• The classes are BYO so bring a bottle or two if you want to have a drink whilst cooking.
• All timings for the classes include time to eat what you cooked afterwards.
• These workshops are 100% hands-on. You won’t just watch; you’ll actively participate in preparing each dish.

Please note over 14’s are welcome to attend this class but must be accompanied with a full paying adult who has purchased their own ticket.

Let us know before the workshop if you have of any dietary requirements you need us to cater for