{"id":7669,"date":"2024-07-09T09:31:20","date_gmt":"2024-07-09T13:31:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/barbados.org\/blog\/?p=7669"},"modified":"2024-07-09T09:31:23","modified_gmt":"2024-07-09T13:31:23","slug":"barbados-food-scene-sizzles-world-culinary-awards","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/barbados.org\/blog\/barbados-food-scene-sizzles-world-culinary-awards\/","title":{"rendered":"Barbados Food Scene Sizzles: World Culinary Awards"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Barbados&#8217; culinary scene is spicing things up again, with multiple nominations in the 2024 World Culinary Awards! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-308bcf74787eca422d85a2c2f0ad2b50\">&#x1f396;&#xfe0f; Caribbean&#8217;s Best Culinary Festival<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The increasingly popular <a href=\"https:\/\/barbados.org\/events\/barbados-food-wine-rum.htm\">Barbados Food and Rum Festival<\/a>, a winner in 2023, is back in the running for Caribbean&#8217;s Best Culinary Festival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Following its debut in 2009, the festival has evolved and expanded over the years with an increasing focus on <strong>local <\/strong>chefs, mixologists, ingredients and traditions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"epyt-video-wrapper\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\"  id=\"_ytid_67700\"  width=\"480\" height=\"270\"  data-origwidth=\"480\" data-origheight=\"270\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/0jB0BC0Z3u8?enablejsapi=1&#038;autoplay=0&#038;cc_load_policy=0&#038;cc_lang_pref=&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;loop=0&#038;modestbranding=0&#038;rel=0&#038;fs=1&#038;playsinline=0&#038;autohide=2&#038;theme=dark&#038;color=red&#038;controls=1&#038;\" class=\"__youtube_prefs__  epyt-is-override  no-lazyload\" title=\"YouTube player\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen data-no-lazy=\"1\" data-skipgform_ajax_framebjll=\"\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>While celebrating local Bajan cuisine, <strong>international and celebrity chefs<\/strong> are also invited to the table bringing new techniques, flavors, and influences to the festival. These chefs often shine a spotlight on local ingredients, using them in unexpected ways. Their participation also encourages aspiring young Barbadian chefs to pursue their culinary dreams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-25 has-custom-font-size is-style-outline has-small-font-size\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/worldculinaryawards.com\/award\/caribbean-best-culinary-festival\/2024\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Add Your Vote<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3567cf93e8d5d937838ec04d3066f744\">&#x1f396;&#xfe0f; Caribbean&#8217;s Best Emerging Culinary City Destination<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>And it&#8217;s not just the festival! Our capital city Bridgetown is being recognized as <strong>a rising star<\/strong> in Caribbean cuisine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Several restaurants in the city serve up <strong>local favourites<\/strong> such as macaroni pie, grilled fish, and tasty stews to hungry office workers daily. For<strong> lighter fare<\/strong> there&#8217;s rotis, cutters, patties, and more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Joining a<strong> food tour<\/strong> is a fantastic way to immerse yourself in Bridgetown&#8217;s culinary landscape. Sample local favorites like fish cakes, coconut water, and sugar cakes, learning about the history and culture behind the food. Venture beyond the typical tourist hotspots, to discover hidden gems and authentic Bajan eateries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div data-vi-partner-id=P00064477 data-vi-widget-ref=W-f1a1ee44-79ac-4fc7-a0db-afeddab36c59 ><\/div>\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/www.viator.com\/orion\/partner\/widget.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-25 has-custom-font-size is-style-outline has-small-font-size\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/worldculinaryawards.com\/award\/caribbean-best-emerging-culinary-city-destination\/2024\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cast Your Vote<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-luminous-vivid-orange-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6d33f828e1be704cdd1af9cabbd1b482\">&#x1f396;&#xfe0f; Caribbean&#8217;s Best Landmark Restaurant<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stnicholasabbeyrum.com\/Visit\/Terrace-Cafe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Terrace Cafe<\/a>, located at historic St. Nicholas Abbey, has also copped a nomination for Best Landmark Restaurant. Seamlessly blending an elegant ambiance and a casual vibe, the <strong>outdoor cafe<\/strong> overlooks a lush tropical gully.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-4-3 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"epyt-video-wrapper\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\"  id=\"_ytid_46606\"  width=\"480\" height=\"360\"  data-origwidth=\"480\" data-origheight=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/FMokDfcJPAM?enablejsapi=1&#038;autoplay=0&#038;cc_load_policy=0&#038;cc_lang_pref=&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;loop=0&#038;modestbranding=0&#038;rel=0&#038;fs=1&#038;playsinline=0&#038;autohide=2&#038;theme=dark&#038;color=red&#038;controls=1&#038;\" class=\"__youtube_prefs__  epyt-is-override  no-lazyload\" title=\"YouTube player\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen data-no-lazy=\"1\" data-skipgform_ajax_framebjll=\"\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Visitors to the Plantation are encouraged to linger in this tranquil setting while enjoying homemade rum punch (with rum distilled on the plantation), local beer, or a cup of tea, while refueling with a sandwich, wrap or salad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-25 has-custom-font-size is-style-outline has-small-font-size\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/worldculinaryawards.com\/award\/caribbean-best-landmark-restaurant\/2024\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Vote Now<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-luminous-vivid-amber-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8795c12123a97dacde683059cd5d4c5b\">&#x1f396;&#xfe0f; Caribbean&#8217;s Best Culinary Training Institution<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Hospitality Institute, part of the Barbados Community College, has for many years been training and inspiring chefs from Barbados and across the Caribbean. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Building on <strong>essential technical skills<\/strong> (such as cooking techniques, food safety practices, and plating aesthetics), training extends to food science, nutrition, menu planning, and budgeting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"937\" height=\"426\" src=\"https:\/\/barbados.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/dining-hospitality-institute.jpg\" alt=\"Aesthetically plated meal with fried fish, potatoes and vegetables.\" class=\"wp-image-7670\" srcset=\"https:\/\/barbados.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/dining-hospitality-institute.jpg 937w, https:\/\/barbados.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/dining-hospitality-institute-300x136.jpg 300w, https:\/\/barbados.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/dining-hospitality-institute-768x349.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 937px) 100vw, 937px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Students also gain<strong> valuable real-world experience<\/strong> by working in the on-site restaurants of <a href=\"https:\/\/personaholidays.com\/accommodation\/hotels\/Hotel-Pommarine\/104\/\">Hotel PomMarine<\/a> where the Institute is based.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Their contribution is being recognized with a nomination for the Caribbean&#8217;s best Culinary Training Institution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-25 has-custom-font-size is-style-outline has-small-font-size\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/worldculinaryawards.com\/award\/caribbean-best-culinary-training-institution\/2024\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cast Your Vote<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Barbados&#8217; 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