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Gastronomy Events in Jamaica Gastronomy Events in Jamaica SUNNATION SUNRISE BREAKFAST PARTY – January 1, 2019 An all-inclusive breakfast party experience in Kingston Jamaica including premium food, drinks and entertainment. Location: Kingston, Jamaica www.sunnationja.com IG: @sunnationja FB: @sunnationja JAMAICA BLUE MOUNTAIN COFFEE FESTIVAL – March 1-3, 2019 The Caribbean’s premier coffee festival experience in the hills of the world renowned Blue Mountains on historic grounds in Newcastle. With the music city of Kingston as your backdrop, come and experience three days of Jamaican food, coffee and culture along the Blue Mountain Culinary Trail, with indigenous arts and crafts showcases, live Reggae music performances and tours to some of Jamaica’s best kept secrets. Location: Newcastle Military Training Camp, The Blue Mountains www.jamaicacoffeefest.com IG:@Jamaicacoffeefest FB:@Jamaicacoffeefest JAMAICA RUM FESTIVAL – March 9-10, 2019 Discover ideal rum and food pairings, learn about the rum-making process, rum-based culinary and mixology competitions and of course sample a variety of Jamaican blends while enjoying entertainment from some of Jamaica’s finest musicians. Location: Kingston, Jamaica THE OBSERVER TABLETALK FOOD AWARDS – May 2019 The caribbean’s premier culinary experience and one of the most- anticipated food events in the region attracting foodies from Trinidad, Barbados, Cayman, Bermuda, Grenada and as far afield as Australia and Japan. Location: Devon House, Kingston, Jamaica http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/foodawards/ BOSTON JERK FESTIVAL - July 6, 2019 - July 7, 2019 Portland. It is one of the most anticipated events on the local calendar for people of all ages from the communities in Portland, the wider Jamaica, and our overseas visitors. The Boston Jerk Festival is the event that persons look forward to each year to satisfy their taste buds with original jerk foods and sauces. Location: Folly Oval, Port Antonio, Portland, Jamaica https://www.visitjamaica.com/event/boston-jerk-festival/30/ Gastronomy Events in Jamaica LITTLE OCHIE SEAFOOD FESTIVAL - July 14, 2019 An authentic culinary experience that encourages people from all over to come together and experience the positive aspects of Alligator Pond community life. The family-focused event will see patrons enjoying games and activities in addition to great food. This year’s event will be the 21st annual staging of this festival. http://www.littleochiejamaica.com/ Location: Alligator Pond, Manchester MONTEGO BAY JERK FESTIVAL - August 1, 2019 An all-day outdoor, family oriented event. It showcases the culinary offerings of the island's northern region and the parish of St. James, particularly Jamaica’s Jerk Cuisine. http://montegobayjerkfestival.com/main/ Location: Catherine Hall, Montego Bay, St. James, Jamaica Twitter: @mobayjerkfest OCHO RIOS SEAFOOD FESTIVAL - August 6, 2019 This year will be the 12th staging of the Ocho Rios Seafood Festival to be held at Turtle River Park in St. Ann. The event has grown into a bona fide gastronomy powerhouse and a great opportunity to let visitors taste and see the bounty of the garden parish of St. Ann. Location: Ocho Rios, St. Ann Jamaica https://www.visitjamaica.com/event/ocho-rios-seafood-festival/28/ JAMAICA FOOD AND DRINK FESTIVAL – October 19-27, 2019 For an entire week, Jamaica’s cultural capital comes alive with a celebration of the extraordinary where over fifty (50) of the island’s best chefs, wine and spirit experts will bring new excitement to your palate with the Jamaica Food & Drink Festival. Seven (7) events at seven iconic locations over nine (9) days make for an unforgettable experience. Location: Kingston www.jafoodanddrink.com IG: @JAFoodAndDrink FB: @JAFoodAndDrink Twitter: JAFoodandDrink RESTAURANT WEEK - November 15, 2019 - November 23, 2019 A week-long, family-oriented event which encourages patrons to have fun, go out and dine in restaurants across the island. Menu items are themed with different price categories. Food Lovers can look forward to a wide range of cuisine to excite the palate and tease the mind; all centered around great ambiance and good vibes. Location: Islandwide http://go-jamaica.com/rw/ IG: @restaurantwkja FB: @RestaurantWkJa Twitter: @restaurantwkja JAMAICA TOURIST BOARD – 5201 BLUE LAGOON DRIVE, SUITE 670, MIAMI FL 33126 * 800-JAMAICA * WWW.VISITJAMAICA.COM .
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