Taste of Barbados 2017

Immerse yourself in Barbadian culture and cuisine at Taste Of Barbados, a culturally authentic experience taking place on South Molton Street from May 5th –7th.

This 3-day extravaganza, brought to you by Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc, celebrating the Bajan culture, cuisine, music and art, and of course rum, which is all centred on embracing life and happiness. Barbados is enveloped in a raucous festival fever throughout the year with two popular festival highlights; Crop Over Festival in July & August and the world famous Food and Rum Festival in November. Taste of Barbados is bringing Caribbean flavour to your doorstep, giving you a little teaser of what the stunning island has to offer.

“Our island is a treasure trove of wonderful and very diverse events and activities which cater to all ages. Taste of Barbados is a special event designed to showcase our local culture, culinary delights, music and art to potential UK visitors.” said Cheryl Carter UK Director of the Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc.

A selection of Barbados’ world-class chefs will be descending upon South Molton Street to cook up a storm of wonderful Bajan flavours and tantalising dishes.

The event is set to be loaded with culture and culinary heritage with cooking demonstrations from top Barbadian chefs, such as Michelin trained Jason Howard and Anthony Cumberbatch. Don’t miss out on the Iron Chef Culinary Cook off on Saturday when these two chefs go head to head preparing their own creative masterpieces right before your eyes.
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Experience the ultimate rum masterclass with Miguel Smith, an Ambassador for Mount Gay Rum, the oldest rum brand in the world. This golden rum offers a taste sensation like no other. Miguel will be providing insider knowledge on Barbados, the birthplace of rum, while also providing samples of some of the world’s oldest distilled alcoholic beverage.

Get hands on with interactive mixology classes hosted by Global rum Ambassador Ian Burrell. Burrell will be lending his expert knowledge of rum to the classes, teaching guests about the different styles of rum and mapping the flavour of each as they sip their way between the islands. They will also have the opportunity to create their own bespoke blend with a selection of Caribbean rums.

Get the taste for Barbados’ exhilarating Crop Over Festival, which celebrates the end of the sugarcane harvest in July and August on the island. Londoners will be treated to an eclectic medley of Bajan talent incorporating a mix of Barbadian music styles including calypso, spouge, contemporary folk, jazz and reggae.

Some of Barbados’ hottest acts including Arturo Tappin & Band, Cool Breeze DJ, a Barbadian Folk Choir, and several vocalists ranging from acclaimed Calypsonians Red Plastic Bag, Biggie Irie and Nikkita and Jazz, Gospel and R&B vocalists Tamara Marshall, and Marissa Lindsay will take to the stage to create Caribbean infused vibes on South Molton street.

There’s something for everyone at Taste of Barbados, for those health and wellness fanatics, the yoga demonstration is the perfect solution on Saturday afternoon. Experts will be on hand, teaching different types of yoga and the benefits of each.

If art is more up your street, artist Rosemary Parkinson will be showcasing some of her art and giving talks on the inspiration behind the production of her book ‘Barbados Bun Bun’ an amazing collection of Barbadian recipes, food and art. Children can participate in a variety of activities too, including face painting, drawing classes, dominoes and Bajan dance classes.

Virgin Atlantic Airways will bring guests on an immersive virtual experience with VR Headsets that will bring them through the check-in process and on-board facilities on a Virgin Atlantic flight. British Airways will have their very own simulator operated by BA pilots, offering guests the experience of flying a jet aircraft. At the