Blue Mountain coffee lovers enjoy the fact that it is not bitter, it is mild, and there are various versions of it that you can purchase easily while in Jamaica. Its rarity adds to the price, and that is partly due to cultivation limitations in the mountains.
Want to enjoy unlimited and ice cold Red Stripe beers and rum-infused cocktails? Stay at any of the Beaches Resorts in Jamaica, and unlimited premium brand (alcoholic) drinks are included during your stay! Perfect for when you just want to float around a lazy river, sipping your drink.īlue Mountain Coffee has earned a reputation over the years for being the best, and one of the most expensive coffee brands in the world. All-inclusive resort chain Sandals Resorts is credited for creating this recipe, but now you can find it at bars across Jamaica. It has various frozen layers, and includes strawberry daiquiri and mango. Signature Rastafarian colors, green, yellow and red make this cocktail stand out. This is definitely an item you’ll want to try while in Jamaica. The goal is for it to come through the baking process still being slightly softer on top, and firm at the bottom. Sometimes a sprinkling of rum is added, and then the dish is baked. You’re unlikely to find Mannish Water at a restaurant, but it is available at some roadside stops.įor this dish, sweet potato is finely grated, and then ingredients like coconut, brown sugar, raisons, vanilla, cinnamon, and a variety of other spices are tossed in. In some versions of this dish, tripe and other parts are included. It is made from goat head, with a combination of other ingredients including green bananas, scallions, garlic, small dumplings, scotch bonnet peppers and other ingredients. Mannish water in Jamaica is not eaten so much for its taste Jamaicans believe this spicy soup is actually an aphrodisiac. Coco bread is very filling, so tread lightly! This makes it a great choice for sandwiches and you’ll find everything from fried fish, to Jamaican patties being placed into its folds. After it is prepared, it is cut into squares, and folded once over. It consists of some of the usual ingredients used in the bread making process, but often coconut milk is added, and sometimes sugar. The name Stamp and Go is often related to 18th-century British sailing ship traditions, particularly when officers wanted something done in a hurry, and would shout the order “Stamp and Go!” To make this dish, you’ll first need to make a batter, and fry it in oil on both sides until golden brown.Įxpert Tip: When making Stamp and Go, it is advisable to prepare the saltfish the day before for a faster cook time.Ĭoco bread is starchy, and a little bit sweet. Stamp and Go, also known as saltfish fritters is a common Jamaican breakfast item, and ingredients for preparation include flour, saltfish, green onions, peppers and other spices. Serving world-class gourmet food at upto 16 restaurants per resort, Beaches and Sandals offer more than any other all-inclusive resort on the planet!ġ1 traditional main dishes in Jamaica you’ll want to tryĦ delicious Jamaican desserts you’ll have to try Want to enjoy unlimited breakfast, lunch and dinner while in Jamaica? Have a look at one of Beaches family friendly all-inclusive resorts, or one of Sandals adults-only all-inclusive resorts in Jamaica. Save yourself some of the deliberation by getting more familiar with popular Jamaican food items so you know what’s on your plate in Jamaica, and even before that, what to order so that your money is well spent. You may also be confused over where to find the best versions of the different Jamaican dishes, because according to every single person in and out of the food business on the island, their version is the absolute greatest! Photo credit: dapperland/ĭuring your visit, you’ll find there are endless delicious options when it comes to what to eat in Jamaica, but if you’re unfamiliar with the names of the various dishes, you might be a little lost when you’re offered some of the national favorites.