Celebrate Caribbean Culture at the Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival

MIRAMAR – The 22^nd Annual Grace Jamaican Jerk Pageant (GJJF), will occur on Sunday, November 10, 2024, from 1pm-10 pm at Miramar Regional Park, at 16801 Miramar Pkwy, Miramar, Fl 33027. South Florida is house to the biggest Caribbean inhabitants in the US, with roughly 1.6 million residents. These residents have made simple contributions to the area people in tradition, music, and meals.

The Grace Jamaican Jerk Pageant is a reminder of the scrumptious impact the Caribbean has on American culture. GJJF presents scrumptious Jamaican jerk hen and attractive jerk pork. It’s also possible to take pleasure in dishes from different Caribbean cultures. It gives an genuine style of the islands.

Publix Culinary Stage

Again by well-liked demand, the Publix Culinary Stage, hosted by the masterful Chef Irie Spice, will function a particular cooking demonstration by Boston-based Chef Darian, at present the topic of a nationwide GMC RAM TV ad nationwide marketing campaign, and returning is South Florida’s favourite Chef Reece, bringing his signature exuberance to the stage.

The 2024 Celeb Cook dinner Off will function Native 10 anchor Alexis Frazier vs NBC-6 anchor Kris Anderson. Native movie star Chef Alain Lemaire and Chef Winston Williams will compete in an thrilling “Chef Conflict.” They may showcase daring flavors and inventive twists, bringing power to the stage.

New Location at Miramar Regional Park

This 12 months GJJF will transfer to a brand new location at Miramar Regional Park to accommodate the expanded footprint and enhance the variety of distributors to scale back wait time for service.

The primary stage will function a mix of basic reggae and dancehall acts in addition to Florida-based performers. All through the day a formidable slate of DJs, led by Richie D, DJ Radcliffe, Extatic Sound and DJ Worm, will present the soundtrack of GJJF.

Patrons could have extra methods to have interaction with sponsors. They will calm down within the meals court docket and revel in tasty vendor choices. There’s additionally a brand new VIP part with snug seating. This space presents limitless drinks and scrumptious meals choices. Plus, it has front-of-stage seating for a greater view.

Elevating the Expertise

GJJF Managing Companion and CEO Eddy Edwards commented “This 12 months, we’re elevating the Grace Jamaican Jerk Pageant to new heights. Our visitors can anticipate an much more thrilling expertise with  culinary demonstrations and contests, in addition to vibrant cultural shows. With a greater variety of mouthwatering meals choices and extra enjoyable actions for the entire household, we’re crafting a singular celebration of Caribbean tradition, guaranteeing there’s one thing for everybody to take pleasure in.”

The Grace Jamaican Jerk Pageant is introduced by Publix in partnership with the Metropolis of Miramar, Go to Lauderdale, NBC-6, Cox Radio Miami, Broward County Transit (BCT), Nationwide Weekly and WAVS 1170 AM.

Normal admission tickets are $40 and $50 on the gate on occasion day. VIP tickets are $175. Children underneath 10 are free to attend. To buy tickets and for extra info, go to www.jerkfestival.com