Powerhouse Chef Contingent Arrives In Grenada ahead of “Culinary Symphony”

In what the CEO of the Grenada Tourism Authority, Petra Roach, has called “an eclectic Grenadian showcase of culinary eminence,” five esteemed chefs have arrived in the Spice Isle to celebrate the island’s rich food heritage.

The chefs – Carla Hall, Erick Williams, Cleophus Hethington, and Nduvoakim Abdus-Salaam – are led by the renowned Chef Alexander Smalls. Their visit is part of an exciting collaboration between the Grenada Tourism Authority and the James Beard Foundation®.

The chefs touched down at Maurice Bishop International Airport on Wednesday, May 15th, and will engage in a variety of immersive activities throughout the week.

A highlight of their visit includes a preview of the documentary “Taste of Grenada with Chef Alexander Smalls,” produced by the Grenada Film Company. This film showcases Grenada’s vibrant landscapes and culinary traditions through the stories of five local chefs.

. “This collaboration between James Beard Foundation and Grenada Tourism Authority is an important recognition of the foodways of the African Diaspora and the contributions of the island nation of Grenada,” explains Smalls. He praises local tourism officials for fostering community partnerships while honoring the island’s culinary traditions. “It brings our cultural expression in the global culinary conversation of excellence in food and furthermore solidifies that everyone deserves a seat at the table when dinner is served.”

Chef Carla Hall, known for her appearances on Bravo’s ‘Top Chef,’ echoes this sentiment. “Cross-continental collaborations are really important because they get us curious about other cultures. By exploring how we’re alike and how we’re different, we can better understand where we all come from and how our respective cultures have evolved in certain ways,” she says.

Preparations are in full swing at Silversands Grenada for a bespoke dinner experience on Saturday, May 18th. Hall and her fellow chefs are eager to immerse themselves in Grenada’s unique landscape and connect with local culinary leaders. They will also engage with agro-processors from Grenada Agro Tourism and enjoy a ‘Cocoa Brunch Experience’ hosted by beloved Grenadian Chef Belinda Bishop at The Bay House, as well as visit the Grand Anse Spice Market.

“These kinds of partnerships don’t just enrich our knowledge—they actually make both cultures stronger by showing us how interconnected we all are,” Hall adds.

Read more: Chefs and visitors to get a taste of Grenada at its Culinary Symphony