jamaican farm dinners

December 7th, 2010

Jakes, a bohemian-style boutique hotel nestled in the fishing village of Treasure Beach on Jamaica’s South Coast, has added 2011 calendar dates for their incredibly popular monthly Farm Dinners. In conjunction with Liz Solms, accomplished chef and local sustainable agriculture expert, the successful program supports the small independent farmers of Jamaica’s “bread basket”, the Pedro Plains. The dinners feature savory organic dishes prepared and served on-site at local farms.

The Farm Dinners begin at sunset, once a month on the Saturday closest to the full moon, on a small farm in the hills of St. Elizabeth. Upon arrival, guests are greeted with a cocktail whipped up using fresh fruit grown on that very farm. The table is elegantly set with white linens in the middle of a working field, with lanterns hung around the table. Dinner is cooked table-side and the rotating menu reflects seasonal local produce and 100% organic ingredients. Mouthwatering dishes such as chèvre on toast with homemade lime pepper jelly and organic lamb with coconut milk and spices are served up family-style.  The dinners also play host to various specialists, such as honey experts and wine sommeliers, who lead tastings of locally-produced fare; for example pairing the Moscato Woodbridge wine by Robert Modavi with a dessert of baked banana with citrus, local honey and scotch bonnet sauce, topped with coconut and rosemary-infused cream.

Liz Solms has dedicated her career to improving and celebrating the agricultural landscape of Jamaica, along with promoting the culinary bounty of fresh farm food in the Pedro Plains – a cause that is enhanced through this collaboration with Jakes.

Jakes’ commitment to supporting local farmers and fisherman began when it first opened its doors in 1995 as a humble seaside restaurant. Now a vibrant and stylish resort with a compelling laid-back-chic atmosphere, Jakes has partnered with Ms. Solms and the Pedro Plains farms to provide visitors with the opportunity to see where their food comes from through locally-guided Farm Tours and the new introduction of the monthly dinners.

Upcoming dates are December 15, January 15, February 19, March 19, April 16, May 14, and June 11 and can accommodate a maximum of 35 people. Rates for the dinner are US$95/person including transfers.

Guests can reserve their spot by calling Jakes at (876) 965.3000.

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