Go for the Food

Every group of people has a culture or set of customs that defines their identity and make them authentically themselves. Food is a global custom that speaks volumes without uttering a single word, and St. Lucia has no shortage of irresistible, traditional cuisine to choose from. When coming for food in this tropical island, you are coming for a taste of crisp local produce, present in sweet and savoury dishes. You come to hear the sizzle of locally sources proteins on your plate, and for the vibrant atmosphere to enjoy with those you love. Are you foodie searching for authentic St. Lucian cuisine? Here are few suggestions you may enjoy.

Green Figs and Saltfish

The national dish of the island is centered on a local staple and it’s largest export, green bananas or figs. The boiled or flaked cod is combined with onion, peppers and a mix of other home-grown spices. These figs are peeled and boiled and later combined with the fish.

Petit Piton

Also the name of the larger of the twin Pitons, this dish is a stir fry of fragrant herbs, meat, potatoes and a mix of vegetables. Splash on some lime juice along with some rice and voila!

Accras

These fried fish cakes are made from a mix of salted cod and a range of spices. Looking for some extra spice? Pepper sauce is typically paired with them along with black pudding.

Rum Punch

Known for their darker rums with a round flavour, St. Lucians know how to make a cocktail. Got some St. Lucia rum? Add some orange juice, lime juice, Angostura bitters, a few spices and there you have it. Mama Tilly’s Barbecue and Grill is praised for its recipe.

Callaloo Soup

This dish brings together the local callaloo plant leaves, with meat, garlic, potatoes, coconut and more in the most delectable way possible. Not a meant fan? Vegetarian variations can be found, swapping out the meat for crab, conch or freshly caught lobster.

Floats and Bakes

Floats and Bakes

Similar to English muffins, “bakes” are baked dough with a contrasting savoury and chewy flavour. Anything can be filled between them including cheese, fish and jam. However, when this dough is deep fried, it is then regarded to as a “float”. One of the best ways to serve these up, is with a combo of fish and stewed veggies between and eaten like a sandwich.

Banana Cake

With an abundance of bananas on the island, how could they not star in their own dessert? While this does start out as a typical cake, it elevates itself with the addition of mashed bananas, pineapple, orange juice and a crunch from walnuts.

Lambi

Lambi

Also refers to as conch, these are colourful shellfish found around the island. The succulent meat is typically paired with spicy sauces or even turned into fritters.

Roti

A typical street food. This dish typically contains curried chickpeas/ chana, vegetables or meat wrapped in an Indian flatbread. Great for those on the run. Grab one from Liz’s Roti on Reduit Beach.