Culinary
Grenada offers Caribbean food at its best. As the 'Spice of the Caribbean' Grenada is known for its cuisine – spices, chocolates, and rum. In fact, Grenada is the very first Accredited Culinary Capital by the world Food Travel Association. The integration of spices into Grenada's cuisine has resulted in an overall robust and flavourful national food profile. From fine dining to casual beachside restaurants and even street food, it is undeniable that Grenadians have a taste and flair for delicious food.
The Spice Island
The islands are perfectly positioned as a Culinary Capital, with their many distinctive culinary assets to showcase. Examples include the tradition of saraka, the national dish 'oil down', chocolate, nutmeg ice-cream, handcrafted rums, and of course, the many uses of the spices on the island both in food and for medicinal and wellness purposes.
Grenada produces about 20% of the world's nutmeg supply and is one of the largest exporters of mace. The island also grows cloves, cinnamon, ginger, turmeric, bay leaves, and vanilla — all of which find their way into everyday Grenadian cooking.
World-Class Chocolate
Grenada is home to some of the world's finest bean-to-bar chocolate producers. The island's rich volcanic soil and tropical climate create ideal conditions for growing premium Trinitario cocoa beans.
Visit artisan chocolate makers like Jouvay Chocolate, the Grenada Chocolate Company, and Crayfish Bay Organic Estate to see the full process from tree to bar. Many offer tours, tastings, and hands-on chocolate-making workshops that make for unforgettable culinary experiences.
Handcrafted Rums
Grenada's rum heritage runs deep. The island is home to several distilleries producing distinctive rums, from aged sipping rums to the legendary Rivers Antoine, the oldest functioning water-powered distillery in the Caribbean.
Clarke's Court, Westerhall Estate, and Renegade Rum all offer tours and tastings. Don't miss trying the local favourite — rum punch made with fresh nutmeg, lime, and Grenadian cane sugar.
Oil Down — The National Dish
A trip to Grenada should not end without trying our national dish. This one-pot stew is the combination of many things — coconut milk, meat, ground provisions, callaloo, and of course, spices.
🥥 Key Ingredients
- Breadfruit
- Coconut milk
- Callaloo leaves
- Salted meat or chicken
- Turmeric (saffron)
- Dumplings
🍲 How It's Made
Everything is layered in a large pot — provisions at the bottom, then meat, callaloo on top — and slow-cooked until the coconut milk 'oils down' into a rich, flavourful gravy that coats every ingredient.
🎉 Cultural Significance
Oil Down is more than a meal — it's a social event. Traditionally cooked outdoors over a wood fire, it brings families and communities together, especially during holidays, boat launches, and celebrations.
Fresh Seafood
As Caribbean islands, you're bound to find fresh fish and sea food at any of our restaurants — from lobster to yellow-fin tuna, mahi mahi, grouper, crawfish, and so much more.
Visit the Gouyave Fish Friday street festival for the most authentic seafood experience on the island. Every Friday evening, the fishing village of Gouyave transforms into an open-air food festival with grilled fish, lambi, lobster, and local favourites at unbeatable prices.
Dining Experiences
From farm-to-table fine dining to casual beachside grills, Grenada's culinary scene offers something for every palate and occasion.
