Grenada is a small island country located in the eastern Caribbean, just off the coast of Venezuela. Full of turquoise waters, white-sand beaches, and picturesque pastel-colored houses clinging to hilltops, the country is the definition of a tropical paradise. 

Quick Facts about Grenada

• Capital City: Saint George’s
• Language: English
• Currency: Eastern Caribbean dollar (EC$)
• Climate: Tropical
• Best Time to Visit: January to May
• Fun fact: Grenada is known as the ‘Isle of Spice’, due to the fact there is more spice production per square mile than anywhere else in the world.

Overview of Grenadian Cuisine

• Culinary influences: French, African & Indian
• Common ingredients:  Seafood, bananas, breadfruit, mango, cocoa, spices
• National dish of Grenada: Oildown, a one-pot stew full of plantain, breadfruit, spices and coconut with some type of protein.

Top Grenadian Dishes to Try

• Fried bakes– Fried bread that is stuffed with various fillings including cheese and jam for vegetarian options.
• Callaloo soup– A soup made with callaloo, a leafy vegetable similar to spinach, often made with coconut milk.
• Cou cou pois– Cornmeal and vegetables are slow-cooked to form a smooth and firm mixture in a dish that can be eaten hot or cold.
• Roti– Popular throughout Grenada, a thin dough is cooked and filled with potatoes, curry and vegetables.
• Sweet potato pudding– A dessert made up of grated sweet potato, coconut milk, raisins and various spices.
• Cocoa balls– Balls are made from drying and roasting cocoa beans then mixed with spices like cinnamon, bay leaf and thyme.

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