Culinary Month

9 Jan-12 Feb

The Cayman Islands is the Culinary Capital of the Caribbean. Spend some time on our three islands to discover the bountiful selection of over 150 restaurants; including internationally acclaimed signature restaurants, independent boutiques and small, local diners that serve up everything from international cuisine to traditional Caymanian dishes.

http://www.caymanislands.ky/culinary_month.com

Sunset, Fly, Dine
January 9 - February 18 (Monday - Saturday)
Lobster Pot
7pm
Cost: CI$165
Champagne Reception at the Helipad of C.I. Helicopters right next to the Lobster Pot. Sunset Helicopter Tour followed by a beautiful 5 course dinner at the Lobster Pot! Optional Limo service is available.

To make reservations contact: lobster@candw.ky or 345-949-2736

Cayman Cookout
January 12 - 15
The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman
Experience the Caribbean's Culinary Epicurean during Cayman Cookout for yourself. Join Chef Eric Ripert for a weekend celebrating food, wine and the natural beauty of the Caribbean at The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman. An incomparable roster of world famous chefs, wine experts and spirits blenders will offer tastings, demonstrations, tours and dinners that celebrate the barefoot elegance that only the Cayman Islands can deliver.

Experience the Caribbean's Culinary Capital during Cayman Cookout

Fresh Cayman Lobster and Conch
January 18
Agua Restaurant
Agua will feature an evening of freshly caught local Lobster and Conch. A five-course menu for CI$87 (plus gratuities) with wine pairing or CI$65 (plus gratuities) without wine pairings.

For reservations email info@agua.ky.

Lion Fish Hunt, Preparation demo by Chef Dora and Tasting by Chef Ajay
January 19, January 26 and February 2
Event starts at 5pm
Divetech at Cobalt Coast Dive Resort, West Bay, Grand Cayman
By combing the # 1 sport in Cayman of scuba diving, environmental awareness for divers, removing an invasive species from the ocean and turning the lionfish into tasty tidbits complimented by white wine, diving guests will be a part of a solution in an educational and fun filled afternoon. An educational briefing on lion fish will be followed by a 1-tank dive to catch lion fish, a demonstration on how to handle and prepare the species and appetizer tidbits in Caribbean style paired with cold white wine.

For reservations email emma@divetech.com.

Latin Night Under the Stars of Cayman 
January 20
Casa Havana, Westin Casuarina
Enjoy this Latin themed wine dinner set against the backdrop of Cayman's famous star filled sky. Wines from Chile, Argentina and Ron Zacapa from Guatemala will be featured during this splendid evening.

Contact host property for reservations and details: 345-945-3800 x6007 or F&Bdirector@westin-cayman.com.

Dine by Design Beach BBQ 
January 21
Seven Mile Public Beach, Al La Kebab
A multi-cultural BBQ, showcasing Caribbean, Asian, Latin and North American methods and flavours. Wine and beer pairing with meat and seafood dishes, bringing out the best of the seasoning and the vintages alike. Ticket price includes 2 drink tickets and full access to our smorgasboard of flavours: passed appetisers, seven grilling stations, salads and sides as well as dessert.

Contact catering@dinebydesign.ky or call 345-946-3463.

Rum Tour and Pirate Sail
January 21
Event starts at 5pm
The Cayman Islands Distillery / The Jolly Roger
Take a tour of Cayman's first and only distillery and see how rum is made. After sampling various special rums on site, step down stairs from the distillery to board the a real Pirate Ship. On board a 2 hour sunset cruise you will enjoy a selection of delicious rum themed appetizers and a signature Seven Fathoms Rum cocktail.

For details, email walker@rum.ky.

Fish Tea Cook Off
January 23 - National Heroes Day
Colliers Public Beach in East End
Time: Gates open at 10 am
The great Fish Tea Cook Off will be featuring cooks from the various districts of Grand Cayman preparing their mouth-watering brews that, according to local lore, can add years to your life. Think of fish tea as a potpourri of all things fishy with a bright-red kick. However, an even better bit of advice will be to sample it, and then let the results speak for themselves.

Learn more about the Fish Tea Cookoff at surfchallenge.ky

Margarita Monday
January 23
Margaritaville
Sample many different and unique margaritas, paired with appetizers and passed hors d'oeuvres. Come try several of our signature tequila cocktails and enjoy the namesake of Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville.

Visit www.margaritavillecaribbean.com for details or email credlund@margaritavillecaribbean.com

Taste of Sparkling Elusion
January 28
On board the Cayman Elusion 4:00-6:00 pm
Cost: CI $125/ USD $149 per person (Taste of Cayman ticket included in price)
(maximum 14 adults)
Imagine the most exclusive way to experience the Taste of Cayman…on board your own private luxury yacht. The ultimate pre-party package. Imagine arriving at Camana Bay as a VIP arrival by yacht after a lovely 2 hour sunset charter with tapas and unlimited glasses of sparkling bubbly Prosecco. Let your taste buds run wild with chilled calamari, Andalusion Gazpacho shooters and more specially prepared dishes by Mise en Place professional catering. Then you are free to experience the incredible tastes, sights and sounds of Taste of Cayman! Book now!!

Contact: 345-938-2525

Taste of Cayman Food & Wine Festival
January 28
Camana Bay Waterfront
5pm-12 midnight
Cost: To be announced
This 24th annual event is a cornucopia of sights, sounds, smells and tastes! With over 30 restaurants from the Cayman Islands participating, there is food and drink for everyone. Feast your eyes and your stomach with culinary creations from restaurants of all types, enjoy the famed mudslide or locally crafted brews and spirits, dance the night away in one of the themed lounges and enjoy live music and Caymanian culture at its best. Taste of Cayman is one of the largest epicurean festivals in the Caribbean—and one of the best!

Visit Taste of Cayman Food & Wine Festival or email info@cita.ky

Caribbean Beach Party 
February 3
Rum Point Club, Rum Point Beach
This traditional beach party on scenic Rum Point Beach features a variety of Caribbean Themed Culinary Delights served buffet style including a Pig Roast, Grilled Meats & Seafood, soup, salads and desserts. A Complimentary Welcome Rum Punch will great you upon arrival! Live music, live action Cigar Roller & "Cigar Friendly" Rum Tasting Tent.

For reservations and details email jbuckley@rumpointclub.com.

Brewery Tour & Taste Pairing Dinner
February 3
Event starts at 7pm
Cayman Islands Brewery
This brewery tour will lead participants on a discovery of the local brews--from the way they are made and bottled to how they can be used in a dining experience. The evening begins with arrivals and appetizers, moves to the Brew Hall and the main course and finishes in the Bottling Hall for dessert. Three restaurants will provide food that uses beer for the complete beer-soaked evening!

For details visit www.cib.ky

Reds, Whites & Brews (and local food)
February 4
Event starts at 2pm
Our Houses at Grand Harbour
The day will consist of local wine and beer purveyors showcasing their products (Caybrew, Jacques Scott, Premier, Tortuga). The local restaurants on island will be invited to partake in an authentic local cook off, where the visitors can vote for best oxtail, conch stew etc. To vote and receive tasters a donation of CI$15 has to be made to a local charity. All wine and food will be available for sale as well. Entertainment will be live music by local bands. A bus shuttle service will be available from all major Hotels.

Slow Food Day
February 4
Event starts at 5pm
Market at the Grounds at Michael's Genuine Food & Drink (Camana Bay)
Join Slow Food Grand Cayman and Michael's Genuine Food & Drink for the First Annual Slow Food Day Grand Cayman, an event celebrating the linkage of the pleasure of good food made from local ingredients with a commitment to community and the environment. When James Beard award-winning chef Michael Schwartz opened Michael's Genuine Food & Drink in Grand Cayman in June 2010, his mission was to provide Caymanians as well as visitors to Camana Bay with a taste of the fresh, simple, pure and sustainable cuisine that has made his Miami Design District restaurant one of the hottest dining destinations in the United States. Schwartz and Slow Food Grand Cayman soon launched a monthly Farm to Table Dinner series to further support and grow the local economy by prominently featuring ingredients from local producers. Meet Slow Food Day, the natural next step to bring the whole island together in a celebration of eating locally and sourcing sustainably. A full roster of events pairing local chefs with local farmers, fisherman, and ranchers will be available for locals and tourists to enjoy.

For more information or to get involved, please contact Alan Markoff, Slow Food Grand Cayman convivium leader at alan@cfp.ky

Champagne Wishes and Caviar Dreams at Blue by Eric Ripert
February 7-11
Event starts at 6pm
Blue by Eric Ripert at The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman
Indulge in one of the world's best known delicacies at Blue by Eric Ripert as Chef Luis presents a caviar tasting menu to accent your Blue experience. Savor the world of 100% sustainable caviar - its varied flavors, textures and regions.

Visit www.ritzcarlton.ky or email caymanrestaurants@ritzcarlton.com

Louis Jadot Wine Dinner
February 12
Event starts at 7pm
The Brasserie
The Brasserie presents wines by Louis Jadot. Elegantly paired with five delicious courses by Chef Brad Phillips.
For reservations call 945-1815 or email reservations@brasseriecayman.com