FROM OUR KITCHEN TO YOURS

At Couples, we love introducing our guests to the flavors of Jamaica – but true Jamaican cuisine is a multicultural story richly influenced by the cooking techniques, flavors, and spices of Africa, Asia and Europe. Each week, we’ll share a few special recipes from Couples’ award-winning Executive Chef Stefan Spath whose passion for fresh local ingredients is captured in every dish he creates.

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JAMAICAN JERK CHICKEN

The island’s unofficial national dish, Jamaican Jerk Chicken is a crowd-pleaser and no trip to the island is complete without trying this fiery and fragrant dish. Serve with coconut rice or coleslaw.

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ESCOVITCH GRILLED SNAPPER & ROASTED CORN FRITTERS

This classic Jamaican dish features pan-seared snapper topped with vegetables cooked in a spicy reduction of vinegar, wine and scotch bonnet pepper. Serve with roasted corn fritters.

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MARINATED MANGO WITH COCONUT RUM SABAYON & TOASTED SHAVED COCONUTS

Honey, fresh basil, and lime juice add flavor and complexity to this tropical dessert featuring a warm sabayon spooned over diced mango and served in chilled martini glasses.

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COCKTAILS & DIPS

Pair these coffee-fueled cocktails with two spicy and smoky chilled dips, served with sweet potato chips or a platter of fresh veggie sticks.

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BANANA FRENCH TOAST

A sweet caramelized ginger pineapple compote makes this banana-stuffed french toast the star on your breakfast buffet.

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CARIBBEAN FISH TACOS WITH ISLAND SLAW

Lime juice, shredded green mango, and cilantro ensure these easy, pan-fried fish tacos have lots of citrusy, island-fresh flavor.

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CRAB CAKES WITH ACKEE CAPER AIOLI, GARDEN GREENS & MANGO LIME SALSA

These warm crab cakes on mixed greens are irresistible paired with a creamy aioli featuring ackee, Jamaica’s national fruit.

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GRILLED LAMB CHOPS, OLIVE & SUNDRIED TOMATO CRUST, CALLALOO RISOTTO

A perfect dish for summer evenings, these grilled lamb chops are topped with a garlicky goat cheese crust and paired with creamy callaloo risotto.

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JERK SHRIMP PENNE ALFREDO

This rich and creamy Italian dish gets a healthy island twist with the addition of jerk-seasoned shrimp and fresh spinach. Serve over your favourite pasta.

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PASSION MERINGUE PIE

Sweet and delicious, antioxidant-rich passion fruit adds a tropical twist to this classic meringue pie featuring a buttery, lemon-infused pastry base.

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JAMAICAN RUM PUNCH, OTAHEITE APPLE MARTINI & JAMAICAN-ASIAN SUMMER ROLLS

Host an island-inspired cocktail party with this delicious combination of spring rolls and sweet chili sauce paired with fruity rum punch and apple martinis.

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BLUE CHEESE-CRUSTED BEEF MEDALLIONS WITH PLANTAIN SALSA & WARM BREADFRUIT & MANGO SALAD

Ripe plantains, breadfruit, and mango add a tropical twist to chargrilled beef medallions topped with your choice of Gorgonzola, Stilton or Roquefort.

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ACKEE & SALTFISH WITH STEAMED CALLALOO

A perennial favourite, Ackee & Saltfish is Jamaica’s national dish. For breakfast, it’s often served with breadfruit or dumplings, but works equally well with a side of leafy, fresh-steamed callaloo.

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