Island Flavor Jamaican Kitchen
One of my favorite memories was when the festival finally returned after COVID. After months of isolation, uncertainty, and canceled events, being able to step back out into the community felt like a breath of fresh air. The energy was different—people were smiling, laughing, reconnecting, and simply grateful to be together again.
Walking through the festival grounds in Tucson, seeing familiar faces and meeting new ones, reminded me of how strong and resilient our community truly is. The music seemed louder, the food tasted better, and every conversation felt more meaningful because we all understood what it meant to have those moments back.
There was a sense of joy in the air that day—a shared appreciation for life, connection, and togetherness. Being surrounded by the Tucson community again filled my heart with gratitude and reminded me how much I had missed those simple moments of gathering, celebrating, and feeling connected to the people around me.
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Entrées- Choice of 1 meat + Portions of Rice, Vegetables, and Cornbread
Oxtail $15
Slow-braised, tender oxtails simmered in a rich brown gravy with butter beans, fresh herbs, garlic, onions, and authentic Caribbean seasonings. Cooked low and slow until fall-off-the-bone tender and packed with bold island flavor.
Curry Chicken $13
Bone-in chicken marinated in Jamaican spices and slow-cooked in a savory curry sauce made with curry powder, garlic, thyme, onions, and peppers. A flavorful island favorite with a perfect balance of spice and richness.
Jerk Chicken $13
Juicy chicken marinated in a traditional Jamaican jerk blend of Scotch bonnet peppers, pimento, garlic, thyme, and island spices. Grilled to perfection with a smoky, spicy finish.
Curry Goat $15
Tender cuts of goat slow-cooked in a fragrant curry sauce seasoned with authentic Jamaican herbs and spices. Rich, savory, and bursting with Caribbean flavor.
Jerk Pork $15
Succulent pork marinated in traditional jerk seasoning and slow-roasted until tender. Finished with a smoky char and bold Caribbean spices for the perfect balance of heat and flavor.
Entrees served with your choice of:
– White Rice- Fluffy steamed white rice prepared fresh daily
– Rice & Peas- Traditional Jamaican rice cooked with kidney beans, coconut milk, thyme, scallions, and island seasonings for an authentic Caribbean taste
– Vegetables- A colorful blend of cabbage, carrots, lightly seasoned to perfection.
– Cornbread- Warm, golden cornbread baked fresh with a slightly sweet flavor and soft, buttery texture.
Beverages $5
Jamaican Sorrel
Carrot Juice
ALLERGY INFO
Food Items May Contain: Gluten, Dairy
