2009 JAMAICA 2009 (See 2008 - 2007)
JAMAICA WINE & FOOD FESTIVALS, SHOWS, EVENTS
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April 4, 2009 Caribbean Veggie Fest & Wellness Conference
Negril, Jamaica
(also: www.visitjamaica.com/events/caribbean-veggiefest.aspx )
This event celebrates culinary tourism in varied dimensions, attracting foodies from as far away as Greece and Israel. Culinary exhibitors will include: The Culinary Federation of Jamaica (CFJ), vegetarian restaurants, hotels, vegetarian food purveyors, juice makers and natural seasoning makers.
April 13, 2009 Trelawny Yam Festival
Hague Show Grounds, Trelawny, Jamaica
(also: www.visitjamaica.com/events/trelawny-yam-festival.aspx )
A cultural, heritage and food festival first initiated at the community level and first celebrated in 1997. It has become the standard bearer for all local food festivals in Jamaica and boasts a number of events and attractions culminating in a grand festive occasion on Easter Monday each year. These events leading up to the festival include the Schools’ Competition in February; Farmers’ field Celebration in March, and a King and Queen pageant also in March.
Come and be a part of the biggest, most exciting and arguably the most popular food festival in Jamaica!
June 25-29, 2009 10th Annual Epicurean Escape
Grand Lido Resort, Negril, Jamaica
A celebration of great cuisine and fine wines, offering interactive culinary seminars, grand galas, wine tasting, champagne tasting, pastry making classes, making for an extraordinary and delectable fare.
July 5, 2009 Portland Jerk Festival
Port Antonio, Jamaica
The “home” of Jamaica’s jerk cuisine 10th anniversary, a family affair celebrating Jamaica’s unique culinary heritage. Emphasizing the Portland Jerk Experience, a unique ambiance and taste which cannot be replicated elsewhere. Entertainment from popular local artistes. The Folly Estate is the venue for this event.
July 8, 2009 Little Ochi Seafood Carnival
Manchester, Jamaica
The Little Ochi Seafood Carnival is a celebration of the wide array of culinary delights available on the south side if the Island.
September 26-Oct 3, 2009 46th Port Antonio International Marlin Tournament
Port Antonio, Jamaica
October 19, 2009 Port Royal Seafood Festival
Port Royal, Kingston, Jamaica
Port Royal Seafood Festival serves up a blend of historical, cultural activities filled with a feast of the parish’s most famous sea and shellfish cuisine. Also featured are art and craft using indigenous raw material.
November 9-16, 2009 Kingston Restaurant Week
Kingston, Jamaica
KRW, a week-long event celebrating Kingston’s culinary community, is a unique opportunity for visitors and locals alike to experience “adventures in tastes for less.” The public is encouraged to dine out and sample the diverse culinary options that the city has to offer at prices reduced up to 50%
2008 JAMAICA 2008
JAMAICA WINE & FOOD FESTIVALS, SHOWS, EVENTS
waiting for new 2009 dates
March 7, 2008 Flutes & Flames 2008
Kingston, Jamaica
Now in its second staging, SSCO presents another exclusive culinary event featuring local and international celebrity chefs, each showcasing succulent sample entrees...and you'll get to try them all!
September 26, 2008 Wine and Food Festival
Kingston, Jamaica
October 7-12, 2008 Best Of Jamaica 2008
Rio Bueno, Jamaica
This annual signature event is a five day festival highlighting Jamaica's finest cuisine offerings at one of our award winning resorts.
2007 JAMAICA 2007
JAMAICA WINE & FOOD FESTIVALS, SHOWS, EVENTS
waiting for new dates
April 21, 2007 Rums of the Caribbean
Kingston, Jamaica
October 14, 2007 Old Harbour Fish & Bammy Festival 2007
Kingston, Jamaica
This annual festival highlights another element of Jamaica's culinary heritage. A variety of seafood and traditional Jamaican dishes are available and visitors can participate in cooking demonstrations of these dishes.
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