THE ISLAND

Now that Grenada’s unique culinary culture is officially recognized, the GTA is set to market the destination to “foodie travelers” and further develop the island’s food tourism offerings, and put Grenada on the map for consumers who travel for unique and memorable food and beverage experiences.

Erik Wolf, the Executive Director of the World Food Travel Association, the world’s leading authority on food and beverage tourism, said that “Smaller destinations like Grenada need every competitive advantage, and that is what Culinary Capitals provides. Savvy food-loving travelers are adding destinations like Grenada to their bucket lists right now, eagerly waiting for when they can travel again.”

Culinary Capitals is a regenerative tourism program devised by the WFTA to put the spotlight on culinary cultures around the world as the tourism industry begins to recover after its long hiatus. The program accredits eligible destinations through a rigorous application process. The program is about much more than just earning recognition. Successful destinations also receive marketing and strategy support for the coming year, as they put their new moniker to good use in their destination marketing efforts. And for food- and beverage-loving travelers, Culinary Capitals designation gives them new choices with under-visited destinations, which is exactly what travelers now seek post-pandemic.

Comprise the tri-island Nation of Grenada. Located in the southern most section of the Windward Islands of the Eastern Caribbean, and 12 degrees N of the Equator. Grenada is often referred to as the ‘Spice Isle’ of the Caribbean. With a mountainous interior and fertile lands Grenada is a leading producer of organic cocoa, cinnamon, cloves, ginger, mace, allspice and most notably nutmeg. The nutmeg graces Grenada’s flag as the national economic crop of which, Grenada is the second largest producer in the world behind Indonesia. Grenada and her islands are unique in the Caribbean having preserved

their culture and heritage, a geographical gem where visitors can sink into the serenity of warm breezes and soft moonlight; feel history in centuries old forts; touch the floor of the rain-forest and swim among coral reefs. When you discover the glory of Grenada, you feel the pure warmth of the people. Nature treks, diving excursions, sporting events, cultural celebrations and culinary selections will make your Spice Experience one to repeat. Whether you wish for sheer relaxation, invigorating adventures or a combination of both, your spice experience will satisfy.