The word "foodie" gained popularity worldwide as gastronomy tours began to trend.

If you're a world traveler, you'll find incredible food tours in every city you visit. 

And many visitors to Jamaica are always pleased - and sometimes surprised - to realize how big the food scene is here.

From casual tuck-ins to gourmet farm-to-table feasts, foodies will agree Jamaica is best enjoyed one bite-sized piece at a time.

For food tours, we suggest that you plan a trip with a large group, the experiences are much nicer this way. 

So now that we've whet your appetite, here are our top recommendations if you're ready to experience Jamaica's raved food scene.


Jamaican farm-to-fork dinners

Aiming to highlight the challenges faced by local farmers, introduce new and interesting spins on Jamaican cuisine, and offer as much organic produce as possible, farm-to-table events have risen in popularity – so book early!

Two popular dinners are those hosted by Stush in the Bush at their organic farm in the hills of St. Ann, and Jake’s farm-to-table dinner where guests dine just off the beach at their aptly-named ‘Seaside’ venue.

These events are on opposite sides of the island and each with their own unique flare, serving up delicious meals in a picturesque setting in the company of old friends and new.


One-of-a-kind island eats 

Offering a range of memorable locations to have a great meal, Jamaica’s unique food scene can go from rustic to refined in a matter of miles.

Try a fish tea at the rustic Lobster Trappa, a casual seafood restaurant perched on the bay looking towards the famous Roundhill Hotel. It sells fresh, flavor-packed seafood that is sure to satisfy.

Nestled in the Blue Mountain Range, you’ll find the Blue Ridge Restaurant and Cottages where guests can dine on a variety of coffee-inspired dishes while sipping the famous blue hot chocolate.

On the other side of the island, in the tourist hotspot town of Negril, The Caves is a boutique hotel that offers a five-course private dining experience in one of two private caves just below the hotel.


Great food festivals


If non-stop eating and drinking sound like your kind of experience, one of Jamaica’s many food festivals is the way to go.

The annual Jamaica Food and Drink Festival is an experience gourmands won’t want to miss out on.

From über casual “MeetStreet and The Market” with food trucks and pop-ups, to “Brunch at The Gallery”, with local art and aperitifs galore, this six-day food festival every October offers something for every taste and occasion with eight exclusive events you can sink your teeth into.

Jamaica's Restaurant Week in November is another ideal event for the foodie who wants to have a taste of Jamaica that reflects our motto, Out of Many One People.

During this week, participating restaurants across the island create three course set menus for a fixed price.

Each restaurant is placed in one of seven categories based on price, so you can choose to go somewhere different each night and indulge in everything from sushi to pasta primavera.

You will leave satisfied and anticipate your next culinary adventure.


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