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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Haute cuisine, street eats and supper clubs under the stars: why Barbados is the Caribbean’s Culinary Capital

Visit Barbados

Come on in, make yourself at home, and get ready for one of the best meals of your life. If your idea of the perfect holiday involves diving into the destination’s best food and drink, then look no further. Known as the Culinary Capital of the Caribbean, Barbados has some of the most magnificent produce in the Caribbean – think the freshest, straight-from-the-ocean fish and seafood, not to mention plump, juicy exotic fruit from mangoes to guava, rich, earthy produce like cassava and sweet potatoes, plus zingy spices and flavoursome herbs.

The local cuisine is big on tasty, traditional dishes, but within the island’s dynamic food scene you’ll also find everything from Michelin-starred dining to street food stalls and beachside bars. Essentially, if you love food and drink, then a trip to Barbados simply must make it onto your ‘to do’ list. Not only do you get to enjoy delicious treats of the widest variety, but you also get to do it surrounded by the most beautiful island in the world. Sharpen your tastebuds and dig in...

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