The Caribbean kitchen is famous for spicy dishes, exotic fruits and a delicious variety of sea food. The mix of French, Spanish, Indian and African cooking makes every dish a tantalizing adventure.
Fresh fish such as tuna, dorado and kingfish, simply fried with seasonings and herbs and served with a side salad, is a traditional and hearty lunch.
For dinner, try the local delicacies of stewed or curried wild meat, with rice and peas. A generous portion of yam, green banana, sweet potatoe, fried breadfruit and dasheen are served as side dishes.
There are more than 50 restaurants on the island. In addition to fast food and the popular juice bars, you'll find Caribbean, French, Creole, Grenadian, International, Chinese, Indian and organic cuisine.
Grenada has a fairly quiet nightlife, but there are a few hot spots where visitors and locals alike go to have fun and where you can party into the early morning hours.
They all feature popular music and include a choice selection of Calypso and Reggae which give them their distinctive Caribbean flair.
The Spice Island features several events for jazz enthusiasts. These are scheduled on short notice, so be on the lookout for posters and notices. The Village Hotel near Grand Anse Beach has Wednesday night jazz sessions, with local and visiting musicians and recorded music. The Grenada Jazz Society holds concerts several times a year at hotels and other venues, and the Hall of Fame Jazz Assembly has Sunday outdoor performances at the Botanical Gardens just outside of St. George's.
