Miramar, FL (October 15, 2024) – Get ready for The Most Delicious Day of the Year! The 22nd Annual Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival (GJJF) is back on Sunday, November 10, 2024, from 1 pm to 10 pm at the new location, Miramar Regional Park, located at 16801 Miramar Pkwy, Miramar, FL 33027. Celebrating the rich cultural contributions of the Caribbean to South Florida, this year’s festival promises a feast of authentic jerk cuisine, featuring everything from succulent jerk chicken and jerk pork to a variety of other Caribbean-inspired dishes.
Chef Dorian coming to show his culinary skills
This year’s festival will feature the popular Publix Culinary Stage, hosted by Chef Irie, showcasing a live cooking demonstration by Chef Darian, the star of the GMC RAM national ad campaign. Festivalgoers can also enjoy the exciting Celebrity Cook-Off with Local 10’s Alexis Frazier versus NBC-6’s Kris Anderson, and a Chef Showdown between renowned local chefs Alain Lemaire and Winston Williams.
With an expanded footprint at Miramar Regional Park, more food vendors, shorter wait times, and a updated VIP section offering plush seating, unlimited beverages, and front-stage access, this year’s festival aims to deliver a premium experience. Music lovers will also enjoy live performances from classic reggae and dancehall acts, alongside Florida-based performers, while DJs Richie D, DJ Radcliffe, Extatic Sound, and DJ Worm keep the energy high all day.
Eddy Edwards, GJJF Managing Partner and CEO, said, “This year, we’re elevating the Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival to new heights. Guests can expect more excitement, including thrilling culinary demonstrations, contests, and cultural presentations. With a wider variety of mouthwatering food options and fun activities for the whole family, we’re creating a unique celebration of Caribbean culture for everyone to enjoy.”
The Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival is presented by Publix, in partnership with Visit Lauderdale, the City of Miramar, NBC-6, Cox Radio Miami, National Weekly, and WAVS 1170 AM.
General admission tickets are $40 online and $50 at the gate. VIP tickets are available for $175. Children under 10 attend free. For more details and to purchase tickets, visit www.jerkfestival.com.
