Recipes

There’s something comforting about a plate of spaghetti and meatballs — the kind that instantly takes you back to Sunday dinners, laughter in the kitchen, and the smell of herbs simmering in a rich sauce. But at Jerk Tavern, we had to give this Italian…

If you’re craving something hearty, wholesome, and bursting with island flavor, you’ll fall in love with this Jamaican Callaloo Rice recipe. It’s the perfect one-pot meal that brings together the rich taste of coconut milk, the earthy goodness of callaloo, and our island’s signature herbs…

If you love sticky toffee pudding but want something with a tropical twist, then you’ll absolutely fall in love with this Sticky Plantain Pudding. It’s moist, rich, spiced, and drenched in a buttery rum caramel sauce that melts into every bite. Made with ripe plantains…

When it comes to grilling and barbecuing, nothing beats a rich, flavorful sauce that’s sweet, smoky, and savory. While store-bought sauces are convenient, making your own homemade Jamaican-style BBQ sauce allows you to control the sweetness, spice, and depth of flavor. Using our homemade ketchup,…

Jamaican cooking is all about deep, rich flavors and beautiful color, and one of the secrets behind those signature brown stews, sauces, and soups is Jamaican browning sauce. Browning, also known as burnt sugar or caramel coloring, is used to give dishes a deep, dark…

When it comes to authentic Jamaican cooking, ketchup is more than just a condiment — it’s a key ingredient in many classic dishes. From brown stew chicken to oxtail, bar-b fried sauce, and jerk marinades, a rich, slightly sweet, and lightly spiced ketchup adds depth,…