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What makes a great night out? Outstanding food, party vibes, a lively crowd and an awesome venue are top of the list for making sure the evening goes with a bang. 

At Ting Irie, we have er’ting yuh need to lift the mood, whether yuh visiting us by day or night. With our menu of fresh and funky flavors, vibing venues, and special nights with DJs and more, you’re guaranteed a great time. 

Read more about why Ting Irie is one of the most fun restaurants in Dubai. 

1.  You’re Guaranteed a Warm Welcome

Ting Irie is the first and among the best Jamaican restaurants here in Dubai. If you’ve ever eaten at a Jamaican restaurant before, you’ll know that we aren’t just about the amazing food we serve – although that’s a big part of it, of course. 

Jamaica’s lively restaurants reflect Caribbean culture’s warm and welcoming nature. At Ting Irie, we throw our doors open wide and invite you to spend as much time as you’d like in our vibrant, colorful home. 

Ting Irie means “everything’s alright” in Jamaican patois. The name says it all: Ting Irie is the place to leave your troubles at the door and let your hair down. 

2. We Have the Most Vibing Venues

Our fun Dubai restaurant is at Souk Al Manzil, Downtown Dubai, a central location that’s easy to get to. Inside, you’ll be greeted by bold, charismatic decor, with a warm and relaxed vibe. There’s uptempo music, ambient lighting, and a great buzz in the air. Our lively Dubai restaurant is exactly the backdrop you need for fun, frolics and a lot of laughter.  

3. Our Menu Is Out of This World 

Caribbean food is all about bold flavors and generous portions, There’s no better feel-good food on the planet. Get yuh taste buds going with dishes packed with zingy, sunshiny Caribbean ingredients like Scotch Bonnet peppers, thyme, tropical fruits, nutmeg and ginger. 

Here are some crowd-pleasing dishes from our Jamaican food menu that will help your night out go with a bang.

Di Likkle Tings

Start out with the likkle tings. Our starter menu is ideal for creating a selection to share with your mates or to keep everyone going while you have drinks. With offerings like likkle Jamaican patties, crispy plantain, flamin’ wings, pepper shrimps and jerk-seasoned hummus, there’s plenty of tasty morsels to get the juices flowing.

Di Big Tings

All our main course meat, seafood and vegetarian options focus on big, fun flavors. Dishes like Spitfiyah Jerk Chicken, Ting Prime steak, Creole Seafood Stew, and Rasta Pasta are buzzing with vibrant Caribbean flavors. Order some classic sides like rice ‘n’ peas and plantain chips alongside. 

Sweet Tings

Be sure to save room for dessert. Ting Irie has a brilliant selection of cakes, tarts and puddings, all fresh made with traditional Caribbean ingredients like coconut, lime and banana. 

4. Our Drinks Have Er’Ting Yuh Crave

Our incredible cocktails feature favorite Caribbean tipples like Jamaican Mule and Kingston’s Fashioned. Think the finest spirits mixed up with sunshine flavors, like coconut and pineapple. There are universal classics on the menu, too. In fact, our mixologists can shake up almost anything yuh crave.   

If cocktails aren’t what you want, then there’s a huge selection of drinks at the bar, including water, sodas, and other soft drinks. We have a fresh juice bar, too. 

5. Our Theme Nights Are the Best in Town

Whenever you show up at Ting Irie, you’ll have a great time. But, some days and nights are extra special. Here’s what we have on at our Dubai restaurant each week. 

Da Happi Hour

Ting Irie happy hour in Dubai runs from 12 p.m. – 8 p.m. most nights. Get the party started with 50% off selected drinks and likkle bites Sunday to Friday.

3 Likkle Birds Ladies’ Night

Wednesday night is Ting Irie ladies night at our Downtown Dubai venue. Bring along the gyals for special offers on food and unlimited drinks with the 3 Likkle Birds menu. Options for drink tings include Jamaican Rum Punch or Ting Spritz.  

Skankin’ Thursday

On Skankin’ Thursdays,  the hottest reggae, RnB, hip hop and dancehall tunes come to Ting Irie Dubai from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. Gather yuh crew for four hours of non-stop partying Jamaican-style. Our mixed platter of Ting Irie classic dishes and free-flowing drinks will keep yuh energy levels up for dancing all night. 

Saturday Brunch

Saturday afternoon is brunch time, Jamaican party-style. Experience the Ultimate Saturday brunch in Dubai with bangin riddims and the most tantalising food every week, starting at 2 p.m. 

Throwback Sunday

At Ting Irie Dubai, the weekend ends on a high with a four-hour throwback party. With retro music that’ll make sure to get yuh grooving, a three-course feast, and bubbles flowing, Ting Irie is the most lively place to be in Dubai on a Sunday. 

Book a Table at the Best Vibey Restaurant in Dubai

To book a table or organize a party at Ting Irie, the number one of fun restaurants in Dubai, just get in touch. 

Give us a call on +971 4 557 5601, or drop us a line at info@tingirie.com.

Fine dining and fancy restaurants have their place in the world, but often all you want is an evening out in a place that serves amazing food with a side of fun and relaxation. Casual dining spots are best when you want to chill out with friends, head out for a low-key date night, or kick back after a long day at work.

Jamaican restaurant Ting Irie has erry ting yuh need for a fun brunch, lunch, or evening. With food and drinks bursting with flavor, the most easygoing atmosphere in town, cool decor, and great entertainment, Ting Irie is easily one of the best casual restaurants in Dubai (and in Abu Dhabi, too). 

So, if you’re ready to experience Jamaican food and vibes, it’s time to head out to Ting Irie. Need more convincing? Here’s a list of the most compelling reasons you need to check out Ting Irie in Souk Al Manzil when you’re looking for a fun, friendly, and trendy place for casual dining in Dubai. 

Insanely Tasty Food That’s Good for the Soul

Ting Irie’s jammin’ Jamaican food menu offers a modern but laidback take on classic Caribbean cuisine, making it one of the best casual dinner places in Dubai, whether you’re out to dine with friends, family, or your better half. 

It’s All About the Likkle Tings

Expect zingy, bold flavors like chili, lime, jerk seasoning and more that’ll wake up yuh taste buds. Order some Likkle Tings to get your meal started, like Jamaican patties or Caribbean pepper shrimps. 

Bright and Bold Bigger Tings

Many Ting Irie Big Tings dishes are classic comfort food with a home-cooked feel. Fill yuh belly and nurture yuh soul with options like oxtail and beans, curry goat, BBQ ribs, and the jerk chicken. 

If light and fresh seafood is more your ting, then you’ll love the seabass rundown, a seabass fillet cooked in a banana leaf with coconut cream. Or why not sample Jamaica’s national dish: ackee and saltfish?

With many more fish and seafood, meat, and vegetarian choices with varying levels of heat, there are dishes to delight all palates. Just be certain to save room for dessert as Ting Irie’s Sweet Tings are legendary. 

Tings for Yuh Sweet Tooth 

Who could resist options like Granny’s Pudding, our signature sweet potato dessert, or Crunky Monkey, a warm dark chocolate tart with dulce de leche, crispy cereal, caramelized banana, and vanilla ice cream?  

The Tastiest Breddie Tings

The extensive Breddie Tings menu of sandwiches and wraps makes Ting Irie one of the best casual lunch spots in Dubai (and Abu Dhabi). 

Good Vibes Only  

You’re all guaranteed a warm welcome and all-week-long party atmosphere at Ting Irie. Erry ting about this casual dining restaurant will put you at ease. With its laidback decor and funky artwork on the walls, friendly servers, colorful lighting, and awesome riddims, Ting Irie is a great place to switch off from the world.

It’s all about having fun with your friends here. Whether sharing a meal with your nearest and dearest, or sipping cocktails with di girls, this is an easy-going environment where yuh can be yourself. 

Ting Irie’s dress code is smart casual, with swag encouraged, so feel free to come in whatever puts a smile on your face and makes you feel great. 

A Night Out with a Difference 

Every night’s a great night at Ting Irie, but there are definitely some regular special nights you’ll want to check out. Here are some highlights on the Ting Irie calendar. 

Da Happi Hour | Sundays to Fridays

Cap off every Sunday to Friday evening right. Happy hour in Dubai goes from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. (7 p.m. for happy hour in Abu Dhabi). During Da Happi Hour, you and your crew can get 50% off selected drinks and likkle bites. 

3 Likkle Birds Ladies’ Night | Wednesdays

Wednesday night is Ting Irie ladies night with the 3 Likkle Birds menu at both our Dubai and Abu Dhabi restaurants. Enjoy bubbles, exotic tipples and unmissable special offers on food. 

Skankin’ Thursday | Thursdays 

Get down to reggae, RnB, hip hop, and dancehall tunes at Ting Irie Dubai’s Skankin’ Thursday from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. With four hours of partying, Jamaican food, and free-flowing drinks, it’s the only place to see and be seen on a Thursday night. 

Ting Irie: Top Casual Dining Restaurant in the UAE

Ting Irie has everything you want from the best casual restaurants in Dubai; fun, frolics, and amazing flavors everyone can enjoy.

Contact us to book a table now!

What makes a great place for a birthday bashment? At Ting Irie, we have er’ting for the ultimate party at our birthday dinner restaurants. Our vibing venues are wall-to-wall fun. Our flavors are out of this world, with big and likkle tings to suit all your guests. And there’s the extras, too, like our special nights with DJs, comedy and more. 

Use this guide to plan yuh birthday celebrations at Ting Irie, the best birthday restaurants in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

Di Ultimate Birthday Celebrations in the UAE 

Yuh invited to… 

Ting Irie, the Best Restaurant to Celebrate a Birthday in Dubai or Abu Dhabi

Ting Irie is the first and best Jamaican restaurant here in the UAE. We serve fresh, modern Caribbean food in our energetic and soulful venues. With DJs, comedy nights and happy hours, there’s always something happening at Ting Irie that’ll mean a party to remember. 

The name Ting Irie comes from Jamaican patois and means “everything’s alright”. So, on your birthday, soak up the party atmosphere, get down to all da riddims, and feast on the best Jamaican food in the UAE. Leave all the planning to us, cos er’tings gonna be ting irie! 

Ting Irie has restaurants in both Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Our Dubai restaurant is at Souk Al Manzil, Downtown Dubai, a classy central location that’s easy for your guests. In Abu Dhabi, we’re at Mamsha Al Saadiyat Cultural District, a vibrant beachfront spot. 

When?

Every night’s a great night at Ting Irie. But, you could plan yuh birthday bashment to coincide with one of our regular special experiences. Here are some ideas. 

Comedy Night

Every other Tuesday, the Ting Irie comedy night in Abu Dhabi hosts the hottest acts on the UAE comedy scene. Tickets include two free drinks. 

3 Likkle Birds Ladies’ Night

Wednesday night is Ting Irie ladies night at both Downtown Dubai and Mamsha Al Saadiyat. Gather up the gyals for bubbles, exotic tipples and special offers on food with the 3 Likkle Birds menu. 

Brunch

Saturday afternoon is brunch time, Jamaican-style. Experience the Ultimate Saturday brunch in Dubai or Jamrock Brunch in Abu Dhabi with party vibes and bangin riddims every week, starting at 2 p.m. 

Da Happi Hour

Start yuh party right. Ting Irie happy hour in Dubai runs from 12 p.m. – 8 p.m. (7 p.m. for happy hour in Abu Dhabi) Sunday to Friday with 50% off selected drinks and likkle bites. 

Skankin’ Thursday

Catch the hottest reggae, RnB, hip hop and dancehall tunes at Ting Irie Dubai’s Skankin’ Thursday, 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. Grab yuh birthday crew for four hours of partying, Jamaican flavors and free-flowing drinks. 

Groove Pon Di Beach

Party from sunset to ‘70-’90s mixes every Friday night at Groove Pon Di Beach, Ting Irie Abu Dhabi. 

Bay Riddims Evening

Saturday night is Bay Riddims night at Ting Irie Abu Dhabi. Get your groove on to neo-soul, hip hop and reggae beats. 

The Menu

With bold flavors and generous plates, is there a better birthday celebration restaurant in Dubai or Abu Dhabi? Let us take yuh on a culinary journey to the Caribbean. Here are some highlights from our Jamaican food menu that will help your birthday go with a bang.

Get the Party Started with di Likkle Tings

Our Likkle Tings menu is great for creating a sharing selection to kick off your meal or order as snacks with drinks. With dishes like likkle delicate Jamaican patties and topped crispy plantain, plates of flamin’ wings and jerk-seasoned chicken, seafood and falafel, you’ll have all tastes covered.  

Feed a Crowd with di Big Tings

Our meat, seafood and vegetarian options are all cooked in big flavors, Ting Irie’s offerings will have hearts and stomachs full. Choose from dishes like Curry Chicken, Jerk BBQ Glaze Ribs, Creole Seafood Stew, and Rasta Pasta.  Don’t forget to order some classic Jamaican sides like rice n peas and plantain chips. 

Round It Off with Some Sweet Tings

No birthday is complete without cake. Ting Irie has a selection of cheesecakes, tarts and puddings made with traditional Caribbean flavors like coconut, lime and banana. 

The Drinks

You and yuh birthday guests can explore Ting Irie’s diverse cocktails, many of which feature Caribbean tipples like rum and ingredients bursting with sunshine flavors, like coconut and pineapple.

For example, try the rum punch ‘Dis Be Our Signature Ting’, with authentic Jamaican rum Wray & Nephew, orange and pineapple, or the Buffalo Sour-Jer Whisk Up a Kick with whiskey, sour apple, banana and pineapple.

If cocktails aren’t your thing, then there’s a huge selection of drinks at the bar, plus water and sodas, and a fresh juice bar, too.

RSVP to Ting Irie, the Best Restaurant to Celebrate a Birthday in Dubai

At Ting Irie, you’re all set for the best birthday bashment ever! To book a table or organize a party at Ting Irie, the best restaurants to celebrate a birthday in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, just get in touch. 

Give us a call on +971 4 557 5601 (Dubai) or +971 2 886 77 86 (Abu Dhabi), or drop us a line at info@tingirie.com.

Jamaica is known as the birthplace of reggae and Bob Marley, a pioneer and ambassador of the musical genre.

But this Caribbean country is also popular for another reason: Jamaican cuisine.

Jamaican food is a celebration of bold flavors and fresh ingredients that reflect the country’s fascinating cultural traditions. Its authentic dishes pack a flavorful punch with a mix of fiery and aromatic spices and fragrant herbs.

When you dine at the right restaurant, you’ll have a jammin’ time as you indulge in great eats while being enveloped in the unique Jamaican vibe. Jamaican food menus in Dubai also feature dishes with plantains, beans, peas, and other fresh produce that make the cuisine hearty and healthy. 

Ital Is VItal

We all know that Jamaican food is delicious, but did you know that there are healthy options too? Ital is a predominantly vegetarian food tradition. The word means ‘vItal’ and the cuisine is popular with the Island’s Rastafarians. The guiding force behind Ital is that food needs to be fresh, pure and sourced from the earth – free of preservatives and other artificial ingredients. 

Jamaican food culture,  therefore, features  Ital dishes that highlight natural plant-based ingredients and avoid additives, salt, and processed foods. They focus on fresh, natural ingredients, such as tropical fruits, leafy and root vegetables, and lean proteins packed with nutrients.

These include:

1. Callaloo

The callaloo is a green, leafy vegetable rich in vitamins A and C, iron, and calcium. It is typically served as a breakfast and brunch side dish and added to soups and stews.

2. Pumpkin

Pumpkin is a versatile vegetable loaded with vitamins A and C and fiber with a sweet, earthy flavor. It gives soups and stews a creamy texture and a subtle sweet taste. 

4. Plantain

Plantain is often served as a side dish in Jamaican cuisine, and contains vitamins A, C, and B-6, magnesium, and other minerals. When baked, plantains also make tasty, nutritious snacks.

5. Pineapple

Fresh pineapple is a nutritious fruit usually served as a side dish or as a sauce for Jamaican jerk chicken. It’s loaded with vitamins B6, C, and D, iron, and other essential minerals.

More Ital Tidbits

Some followers of the Ital way of life consider the consumption of fish to be permissible. Seafood is a staple in Jamaican cuisine, which is featured in dishes like steamed fish or pepper shrimp.  They contain protein, omega-3 fats, and other nutrients the body needs.

The emphasis on plant-based dishes makes Ital a wholesome option for those who want a healthier lifestyle.

Spicing Tings Up

One of the top facts about Jamaican food is that the local cuisine is rooted in a rich history of ingredients and influences from Africa, India, England, and Spain. The dishes are infused with herbs and spices from these countries, giving them distinctive flavors and aromas that make them irresistible and mouthwatering.

The incredible combination of these herbs and spices gives the dishes full-bodied flavors that combine savory, spicy, and sweet notes.

Some of the commonly used herbs and spices in Jamaican cuisine include:

1. Scotch bonnet pepper

Jamaican food is known for being hot and spicy. Scotch bonnet is the most commonly used ingredient that gives Jamaican dishes these delectable flavors.

Scotch bonnet pepper is known for its fiery heat and fruity undertones that give Jamaican jerk seasoning and dishes unique and robust flavors.

2. Allspice

Allspice, which is also called pimento and Jamaican pepper, is a dried, finely ground berry from the Pimenta dioica tree. It’s known for its unique combination of cinnamon, cloves, black pepper, and nutmeg flavors.

This versatile spice is used in both savory and sweet dishes and marinades.

3. Curry

Jamaicans have their own version of curry, which features their take on curry powder. It includes turmeric, allspice, coriander, and cumin. The resulting taste has a milder heat than the Indian version but still gives dishes a rich flavor and tempting aroma.

4. Thyme

Thyme is an herb with an earthy and slightly minty flavor that complements the spiciness of Scotch bonnet peppers. They are often used together as seasoning for soups and stews.

When used to marinade and season meat and fish, thyme gives these dishes an interesting herbaceous note.

5. Ginger

Ginger gives dishes a zesty and slightly sweet flavor with a touch of heat. It is often used in marinades for jerk chicken and added to ginger beer and sorrel drinks, which are popular Jamaican beverages.

This herb is often paired with garlic and thyme to enhance the flavors of soups and stews.

Other commonly used herbs and spices in Jamaican cooking include onion, garlic, rosemary, and basil.

Jamaican food is also bursting with flavor because it is prepared with well-chosen cooking techniques. For instance, jerking infuses meat with smoky, spicy goodness, while stewing creates dishes with rich, flavorful sauces.

The combination of these cooking methods and the use of spices makes Jamaican food delightfully craveable and flavorful.

No Half-Plate Ting

Jamaican dishes are famously hearty, intending to keep diners full and satisfied.

In addition to tasting good, Jamaican food leaves you feeling properly fueled. One of the Jamaican food facts you should know is that many traditional recipes reflect the island’s agricultural heritage, where people needed filling, nutrient-dense foods to power through physically demanding work.

Many dishes feature plantain, breadfruit, green bananas, cassava, and sweet potatoes, which are rich in complex carbohydrates that give the body long-lasting energy. A plate of rice and peas with jerk chicken or steamed fish served with yam and dumplings will leave you feeling full for hours.

Jamaican cooking also balances filling ingredients with delightful flavors, so you can enjoy every bite as you fill your tummy.

When you dine at a Jamaican restaurant, you’ll understand why people say the cuisine is both tasty and satisfying. You’ll indulge in true comfort food with a unique island flair.

Jamaican Food Hits the Mark

Jamaican food blends deliciousness with nutrition. The combination of fresh produce, lean proteins, and bold flavors lets you enjoy meals that are both nutritious and satisfying, making you want to say, “Di food yah tun up!”

Enjoy the best of Jamaican food at Ting Irie. 

Book a table and dine with us today!

Wah Gwaan! Want to know yuh fried chicken from yuh jerk chicken? Let’s explore two jammin cuisines that have a lot in common: Jamaican food and soul food.

At Ting Irie, we serve mouthwatering Jamaican food but we have a lot of respect for soul food, too. So, we’ll answer some pressing questions, like ‘Is Jamaican food soul food ?’ ‘What do the two have in common?’ and ‘What’s the difference?’.

We’ll tell yuh bout some irie food from Jamaica that has a lot of soul, too. Let’s begin.

What Is Jamaican Food?

No surprises here, but traditional Jamaican food is from the Caribbean island of Jamaica. Jamaican food combines Caribbean ingredients like the local seafood, tropical fruits, and various herbs and spices with a lot of international influences.

Many Jamaican bredren have African heritage, so African flavors and cooking methods are a big influence in Jamaica. But there are other world influences, too, from periods of Spanish and British rule of Jamaica and from migrant populations of Chinese, Indian, and Middle-Eastern folk who arrived to live and work on the island.

We’d argue dat Jamaican cuisine takes the very best from all these influences to create some truly incredible flavors.

What Is Soul Food?

Soul food is a cuisine with origins in the African-American communities of Southern USA, going way back to over 100 years ago. These folk had to learn to blend their traditional African cooking techniques and some European recipes with local ingredients.

The results were a ton of amazing dishes we still know and love today, like mac n cheese, cornbread, fried chicken, and collard greens.

After the Great Migration of the 1960s and 70s, when many African-Americans left the Southern USA to seek better opportunities, ‘soul food’ was the name given to the recipes they took with them around the USA to places like New York and Chicago.

Soul food became a big food movement, sparking packed restaurants and long lines at food trucks, with its big flavors and nourishing portions.

So, Is Jamaican Food Considered Soul Food?

No, Jamaican food is not the same as soul food. But, the two cuisines have a lot of things in common. Here’s what:

Food Made with Heart

Search up #soulfood on Insta or TikTok and you’ll see that modern soul food often means food made with love, to fill hungry bellies and put a smile on bredren faces. Bold, unpretentious, and sustaining food inspired by the same sense of community and tradition that goes back to the 19th century Deep South of America.

Jamaican food is soulful, too. It’s flavoursome and warming, and perfect for feeding a family gathering or crowd at a skankin’ Jamaican party. Jamaican food brings joy and comfort, just like soul food.

In Jamaica, there’s a saying ‘Everything cook n curry’ which means everything is taken care of. In other words, a great meal solves everything in Jamaica.

A Melting Pot of Influences

Soul food and Jamaican food both blend influences from around the world. While soul food combines African and European-American techniques and ingredients, Jamaican cuisine also takes elements from Indian, Chinese, and Middle Eastern food.

Ingredients like chicken, rice, and beans feature in both Jamaican and soul food. However, their slightly different influences mean that Jamaican food can be spicier. Scotch bonnet peppers, curry powders, and garlic and ginger often lend a little more heat to dishes.

Rooted in Tradition

Both soul food and Jamaican food have a strong heritage.

Recipes are passed down through the generations, decades of grandmothers and mothers cooking up a feast of favorites each Sunday, children raised on the same wholesome family food as their parents were; these are things that can be said of both cuisines.

Soulful Jamaican Eats vs. Their Soul Food Equivalent

Let’s celebrate some similarities and differences between these two amazing cuisines with six incredible dishes.

Jerk Chicken vs. Fried Chicken

Chicken is a main player in both soul food and Jamaican cuisine. But different ways of preparing it result in quite different things.

Jamaican jerk chicken is big on flavor and heat, thanks to spending a lot of time marinating in a unique seasoning of chili peppers, herbs, and spices. Chicken is roasted up on a grill and then served in a lot of different ways, often with gravy, rice, and coleslaw.

Soul food’s fried chicken is marinated in buttermilk, coated in a mouthwatering seasoning, and fried to perfection giving its signature crunch and melt-in-the-mouth middle.

At Ting Irie, jerk seasoning is a core flavor; we love it in pasta, salads, likkle tings like patties, and even hummus.

Rice n Peas vs. Hoppin Johns

Both these dishes are a staple of their cuisines and are often on the table to fill up rumbling bellies at any gathering.

Jamaican rice n peas is a comforting side that compliments Ting Irie’s big tings meat and seafood dishes perfectly. The dish is made with rice plus kidney beans, cooked and served in the same pan. These two core ingredients are flavored with coconut milk, onion, herbs, and spices, especially allspice berries.

Soul food’s hoppin johns starts with the same two core ingredients, rice and beans. Black-eyed beans are the most popular choice. The rice and beans are cooked up with onions and sausage or chopped ham before being left to steam. Hoppin John’s is often served up as a one-pot meal.

Ackee and Saltfish vs. Catfish and Grits

Fish is important to both soul food and Jamaican food, but it’s cooked up in quite different ways.

Ackee and saltfish is another pride and joy of Ting Irie and it’s Jamaica’s national dish. Ackee is a fruit with a savory taste. It’s got an unusual flavor that works perfectly with saltfish, especially when they are mixed up with tomatoes, peppers and onions, and some signature heat from scotch bonnet chilies.

Jamaicans are happy to eat ackee and saltfish for any meal; it’s that good. Everyone should taste this flavorful ting.

Catfish and grits is a soul food dish. Recipes take chunks of catfish spiced up with cajun seasoning to be fried up and served with butter and grits. Grits are a kind of porridge made from cornmeal.

What’s to Choose?

So, is Caribbean food soul food?

Technically no, but Jamaican food has a huge heart, big flavors, and is just as soulful.

We think if yuh love one, yuh’ll love di other.

Why not check out Ting Irie’s Jamaican food menu in Dubai?