A Guide to Summer Rums
Why Do People Love Rum? Rum is the world’s most popular distilled spirit. The word “Rum” originally comes from the word “rumbullion”, meaning a noisy commotion or rowdy disturbance. There […]
Honoring Moms
It’s Mother’s Day weekend and we are in full-ready mode to help you honor moms that are here and those who are gone. Mother’s Day is a day to celebrate […]
Best 15 Reggae Christmas songs
We’re so glad to have made it through another year of serving you not only from our Gulfport location but also from the St. Pete Pier Marketplace. It’s been an […]
Fall for Rum Treats
It is that time of the year again. Fall is here! The leaves are starting to fall and change colors. The crisp air is hopefully on the way here in […]
FAQ on Rum Cakes from Island Flavors and Tings
We know not everyone has eaten a slice of rum cake before, but we can assure you when you do, you will love it. We’re going to answer your questions […]
Jamaican Independence Day 2021 – The History and Meaning of August 6th
Jamaica, like other countries in the Western Hemisphere, was under foreign rule. First under Spanish law, then the British. Jamaica shares the history of wanting to incorporate its own government […]
Celebrate National Caribbean-American Heritage Month with Island Flavors and Tings and Friends
In June the U.S. celebrates National Caribbean-American Heritage Month to recognize the contributions of Caribbean-Americans to American history and culture. History Alexander Hamilton, the First Secretary of the Treasury, […]
7 Authentic Jamaican Dishes Everyone Should Try
Most people who have ever had authentic Jamaican dishes have fallen in love with the flavors. Jamaican cuisine is renowned worldwide for the unique combination of spices, fruits, vegetables, and […]
What is Jamaican Cuisine?
People who have never tried Jamaican food at a Jamaican restaurant often wonder, what is Jamaican cuisine? Jamaican cuisine is renowned worldwide for the unique combination of spices, fruits, vegetables, […]
Happy New Year! We Made it!
Happy new year friends! We made it! You made it! 2020 was a challenging year for us all, but we managed to continue to move forward and here we are […]