Island cuisine is fresh, vibrant and is sure to comfort both the body and soul. Indulge your palate in an astounding variety of Caribbean flavors, from Mexico to Puerto Rico to Grenada.
If you’re a fan of Mexican cuisine, you are sure to be pleased with a call on Cozumel. Indulge in local specialties like thick corn tortillas with devil-style shrimps and local fish filet topped with sautéed vegetables in a tamarind and chili powder sauce. For those with a sweet tooth, splurge on cinnamon and sugar caramelized plantains with bitter chocolate and a sauce made of tequila.
Thanks to its strong French and Creole roots, St. Barts may just have the best restaurants in the Caribbean, from the elegant On-the-Rocks restaurant to the open-air casual gem of La Gloriette. Enjoy the Mahi-Mahi which is marinated in a mixture of lime juice, garlic and Creole spices or the Conch and Christophine Gratin with creamy béchamel sauce.
A fish fry in the Bahamas is a must-try local dining experience that combines fresh seafood, island flavors and a lively atmosphere. Eateries serve up Bahamian favorites like fried snapper, grouper and conch, along with sides like peas and rice, fried plantains and coleslaw. Whether you enjoy it at a sit-down restaurant or a casual shack by the beach, a fish fry in Nassau offers a true taste of Bahamian culture and cuisine in a fun, laid-back setting.
Don’t miss the opportunity to visit the oldest cacao farm in St. Lucia, Hotel Chocolat. Cacao beans are organically grown on the estate, a process that you will observe in detail. Not only can you delight in a remarkably in-depth look at the life cycle of chocolate — from tree to bar — but you also indulge in a stunningly beautiful lunch with each course including chocolate-inspired offerings. Plus, the vistas of the island’s iconic Pitons are stunning from the estate.
While in Old San Juan, tour the acclaimed rum distillery Ron del Barrilito. Sample this iconic libation, the oldest Puerto Rican rum, still made in the same place and in the same way since 1880, while learning about the age-old process. You can also purchase rums only available at the visitor center.
To get a true taste of life on Grenada, spend some time in Market Square where fruits, vegetables and, most importantly, spices change hands. Take in the magical aroma of nutmeg and learn why Grenada is known as the Spice Isle. Expect to be surprised by the variety of merchandise made with this one signature ingredient, including jam, hot sauce and rum punch. Best of all, the market is located on Granby Street just a few blocks from your ship.
It is a sweetened-up fruit salad/cocktail—the preferred breakfast for many Colombians. It’s super refreshing when it’s a sweltering day in Colombia. Basically, the vendor chops up various fruits and stuffs them into a cup. It’s often topped with either condensed milk or sweetened whipped cream. You can even turn your fruit cocktail into a float by adding a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the top.
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