Chelsea Tennant is the blogger behind the popular Cayman Islands blog, Island Epicurean where readers can find a detailed guide to the Cayman Islands’ culinary culture.
Recently I adopted an absolute gem of a dog from the Cayman Islands Humane Society. Seeing that she enjoys playing outside and is well behaved around others, we have been exploring different bars and restaurants on island that are considered dog friendly.
Mangoes are easily one of the most beloved fruits found in the Caribbean. Not only by locals, but by visitors who are keen to have some tropical fruit as part of their island experience.
Easter weekend has arrived and instead of heading overseas for the 4-day weekend, my family and I always spend time in the Eastern districts – especially North Side.
There’s always something new that comes onto Cayman’s food and beverage scene, so I figured the least we could do is highlight them so you’re aware of their existence. This restaurant rundown is meant to highlight the newest members to our food scene, some you’ve heard of and some you haven’t.
There is nothing better than unwinding with friends at the end of a long week. If you’re like me, a glass of wine hits the spot and luckily Grand Cayman has a few locations on island dedicated to this historic beverage.
Ash Wednesday is a notable start and end date for religious and cultural events worldwide, but in Cayman we celebrate ‘the Ag Show’. On 22 February 2023, the Agriculture (“Ag”) Show will celebrate its 54th year and residents will flock to the Agricultural Grounds in Bodden Town.
Owners Alan & Laura Silverman have turned a once barren space into a miniature food truck park called The Hive. Not only does it have multiple food concepts to please any palate, but it offers a screened in seated area with a large bar and servers to take care of your every need.
With Valentine’s Day quickly approaching, those of us who celebrate with dinner need to start booking those reservations immediately. It may seem premature, but with our island currently being in the peak stage of our tourist season it means that there are more people to complete with for a table.
Like many of you, I always try to set a few intentions for 2023 – exercise more, take time to meditate, decrease alcohol intake and eat cleaner.
You likely have a person in your life who won’t stop talking about the latest food trends, their passion for hosting, their love of cocktails or their obsession with celebrity chefs.
One of the most exciting culinary seasons for locals is when we can finally eat fresh conch, whelks and lobsters from our own waters.
The next few weeks are important to many on island because there are not one, but two thanksgiving celebrations taking place. Thursday 24th November is American Thanksgiving with many residents choosing to celebrate in the evening or over the weekend (since it’s not a holiday here).
The return of Pirates Fest (formerly known as Pirate’s Week) has been updated for residents and tourists, with the events being spread over a few months. Leading up to the long weekend of the 11-14th November, there have already been celebrations that have taken place, including Grand Cayman’s District Days and the Little Cayman Pirates
My final Restaurant Month Pick Of The Week will take you to Thatch & Barrel at the stunning Pedro St. James Castle. Sitting high above the sea, this idyllic venue is perfect for any occasion, whether it be a wedding, brunch or a casual meal.
For Restaurant Month’s third week I stopped by the Grand Harbour Shopping Centre to visit Harbour Grille. Compared to their sister restaurant Salty’s, Harbour Grille provides an elevated menu and dining experience by incorporating high-end ingredients, such as duck, lobster and pork belly.
One of the few hotel restaurants taking part in this year’s Restaurant Month is Anchor & Den at the Grand Cayman Marriott Beach Resort. I have always admired the Marriott for encouraging Cayman residents to attend their monthly foodie events even though it means mixing with their overseas guests.
I have been dining at Casanova ever since I was a teenager and it still brings me a sense of comfort every time I visit; the atmosphere, staff, and, of course, the food.
Did you know that Cayman Cookout is officially back in January 2023?
It is one of the most exclusive culinary festivals across the globe and features some of the world’s best chefs, mixologists and sommeliers.
Even though October is seen as the peak time of hurricane season and therefore lower tourist numbers, Cayman foodies still continue to dine out and one way that they can support local businesses is by taking part in Restaurant Month.
Coming up in September is a culinary event that ticks all the boxes: delicious, educational and environmentally focused – it’s CULL #35. On September 3rd & 4th 2022, the Cayman United Lionfish League (CULL) is hosting their next tournament where scuba diving teams pick the reefs clean of lionfish while competing for cash prizes.
This summer head off the beaten path and visit some small, but tasty restaurants in the quiet districts of Bodden Town and East End. Many of these smaller businesses have an open-air setup from shady big trees and beachy backyards to covered decks.
Summer break has officially begun and that typically means less visitors arriving to island and more residents are headed off for some time abroad. If you’re like me and plan to be here this summer then you are looking for this to keep you busy, especially if its food related.
We’ve all heard of “Dry January”, but over the years I’ve seen a lot of my friends take a break from alcohol after a big holiday, long vacation or just for the heck of it.
With all that has happened in the world over the past two years, it’s incredible to see how Cayman’s food scene has continued to thrive with new restaurants and concepts.
Whether you’re Mexican or not, Cinco De Mayo is one of those holidays that everyone looks forward to celebrating…
We already know that the sunsets in Grand Cayman are epic on an almost daily basis…
Don’t be alarmed in the days leading up to the Easter weekend if you start to see colourful, seaside tents…
Some people may believe that we don’t have distinctive seasons, but as we enter spring in Cayman….
If you’re always on the prowl for the best sports bars to watch American Football, basketball…
The sun, sand and sea are obvious reasons that tourists visit our shores, but our status as a…..
We all know and love the community of bakers and treat makers that we have in Grand Cayman! Their talent should not go unnoticed as we approach Valentine’s Day (which is quite easily the biggest dessert holiday of the year!). Here’s a list of some of the small businesses that are preparing sweet tasting gifts
Whenever I talk to my parents about their lives ‘back in the day’, we always end up discussing food. When it comes to conch, they’d say how abundant it was, that conch shells could be seen from the shoreline and that they ate it so often they got tired of having it. That’s definitely not
After a few weeks of indulging over the holidays we could all use a clean slate as we enter 2022. Here are a few companies on island that can help restart your journey through healthy eating, cleanses and detoxes. Green2Go Green2Go may have started selling green juices, but this company has expanded to serve a range of
As seen in many cultures, food is the epicentre of any gathering, especially during the holidays. If you are looking to take part in a Caymanian Christmas these are the dishes that you must have. Stew Conch If you read my previous blog, you’ll know that this is one of our most traditional dishes. Local conch
This week I wanted to highlight the regional preparations of conch that we enjoy in Grand Cayman. These dishes are native to other Caribbean islands, but have become a part of our culinary scene too. All of these dishes can be found year round because they don’t require local conch to be made and they
This week I wanted to highlight the regional preparations of conch that we enjoy in Grand Cayman. These dishes are native to other Caribbean islands, but have become a part of our culinary scene too. All of these dishes can be found year round because they don’t require local conch to be made and they
December 1st means that we can officially get into the holiday spirit here in Cayman. Not only does this date mark the end of hurricane season, but it also means that lobster season has begun. I know many locals who make this date an unofficial holiday by booking time off work or going for a
Whenever I talk to my parents about their lives ‘back in the day’, we always end up discussing food. When it comes to conch, they’d say how abundant it was, that conch shells could be seen from the shoreline and that they ate it so often they got tired of having it. That’s definitely not
Farm-to-table, sustainable and eco-friendly are just some of the terms to describe Tomfoodery Kitchen & Bar in Camana Bay.
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