The island of St. Maarten / St. Martin has the nickname “Culinary Capital of the Caribbean“, and not without reason. Caribbean delicacies, added with many regional ethnic cuisines as well as those from afar lead to a varied and delicious cornucopia of tastes to choose from. November flavors is a binational month of culinary celebration on St. Maarten / St. Martin, but this blog highlights our variety of restaurants and keeps you informed of St. Maarten / St. Martin culinary news throughout the year!
October 29, 2026
Nestled right on the Philipsburg waterfront, just steps from the cruise port, Chesterfields Restaurant & Bar has been a beloved fixture in St. Maarten’s dining scene for over thirty years. With panoramic views of Great Bay Beach and the bustling
October 28, 2026
After nine years away from Taste of the Caribbean, St. Maarten and St. Martin will return to the regional culinary competition in November 2026. Four food and beverage professionals will represent the island at the event in Barbados, with culinary
October 26, 2026
An evening out on St. Maarten can be about more than just the food. The setting, lighting, and atmosphere all contribute to the experience, as seen in this photo of Tortuga in Maho. The restaurant’s interior combines warm lighting with
October 26, 2026
Todays’ islander highlight centers around Mark Yokoyama. Mark is one of the driving forces behind Amuseum Naturalis, a free and volunteer driven museum in between of Orient Bay and French Quarter, located in the historic Old House. He also published
October 22, 2026
Island delegation returns to regional competition Culinary professionals from St. Maarten and St. Martin are preparing to compete at Taste of the Caribbean in Barbados in November 2026. The delegation will represent both sides of the island together, marking
