TASTE OF THE CARIBBEAN
Saturday, September 14 2024
10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
General admission included

Sizzle your senses at our one-day culinary celebration of the Caribbean. Grab your friends and come set your taste buds ablaze with tropical tastes and island vibes. Each dish tells a story of rich history, culture, and tropical abundance. This is your passport to sun-soaked islands; no plane ticket is required. ____________________________________________________________________________________

Live Music and Entertainment
Let the pulsating rhythms of reggae, junkanoo and latin blends sweep you off your feet in our picture-perfect Garden setting. Don't miss out on our exclusive entertainment line-up!

LIVE MUSIC SCHEDULE  CLASSES

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Delicious Caribbean Cuisine
Dive into a tsunami of flavor and savor the soulful flavors of the Caribbean. Each corner of the region offers its own unique and tantalizing treats, and at Taste of the Caribbean, you can try them all!

Cuba
Cuban cuisine is a compelling fusion of Spanish, African, and Caribbean influences, creating a culinary tapestry rich in flavor and history. The aroma of garlic and cumin wafts through the air, laying the foundation for many iconic dishes. Taste of the Caribbean wouldn’t be complete without Cuban comfort food. 

• Arctic Ice Delicious Delights
• The Cask
• Pop Subs 

Jamaica
Jamaica's cuisine is a bold symphony of spicy, savory, and sweet notes that dance on the tongue. The island's signature jerk seasoning ignites the palate with a fiery blend of scotch bonnet peppers, allspice, and thyme, ignites the palate with a lingering warmth that's addictively satisfying. 

• Eden and Alabaster
• Eat Da Bone

Yucatan Peninsula
The Yucatán Peninsula's cuisine is a vibrant tapestry of Mayan tradition and colonial influences. This creates a unique flavor profile distinct from other Mexican regions. Achiote paste, with its earthy, slightly peppery taste and vivid red color, is a cornerstone of Yucatecan cooking. Find these delicious flavors and more at Taste of the Carribean.

• Kitchen 1333

Haitian 
Haitian cuisine is a vibrant fusion of African, French, and indigenous Taíno influences, resulting in bold, complex flavors that tell the story of the island's rich cultural history. At the heart of many Haitian dishes are rice and beans.

• Tropical Oasis

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Tasting Tickets
$2 per ticket
While supplies last.

Each food vendor offers unique menu items to showcase their Caribbean specialty. Purchase tasting tickets and savor your way through the islands.

Each food item can cost 2-6 tickets.

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Refreshing Caribbean Drinks
Quench your thirst with our exotic array of specialty cocktails, each crafted with vibrant colors and flavors that will transport you to island life.

Mini Cocktail Flight: 

• Sangría Haitiana
• Zombie
• Durazno Dominicano

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Family-friendly activities
How low can you go? Get ready for family fun with activities such as limbo, lime carry, fruit sack races, and more! This event is to be enjoyed by everyone, with lawn games like giant checkers and dominos.

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Island Market
Bringing all your favorite island finds to Miami; we have curated Caribbean spice shops, hemp products, and more for you to explore.

• Authentic Hemp Company
• Psalms Brittle
• Spice Rack by Rochelle
• Healing Blends
• Madame Sarah
• Reviv Naturals
• Atizana Inspired
• Cocoa Vintage Jewlery
• Irie Attire
• Keez Beez

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Do you love creating event magic? Want to join the Fairchild team and work in one of the most beautiful gardens in the world? Then check out our open opportunities and let your event-making dreams come true!

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