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Thanks to the Caymans' historical connection to Jamaica,
it's no surprise to find jerked meats as one of the
island specialties - heavily spiced meats smoked over hard
woods in enclosed barbecue grills.
Also prevalent is conch, often served as ceviche -
sliced thin and marinated in lemon or lime with bits of
tomato and onion. Turtle, though not as popular as it
once was, is part of traditional Cayman cuisine, often
prepared in stews or as steaks.
Cayman-style fish can really be any fish pulled fresh
from the sea and sautéed with pepper, onions and green
peppers. Typical sides are plantains, yams, and rice and
peas. Heavy cake is a real treat and can be found in
small grocers and at some gas stations. Made of a grated
cassava root, it is sweetened with sugar and has the
consistency of fudge.
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You can find locally grown produce such as mango,
grapefruit, coconut, breadfruit; home-made goodies; and a
buffet of local foods at the Farmer's Market just north of
George Town.
Though most restaurants specialize in Continental or
international fare, traditional Caymanian cuisine
occasionally appears on menus. You can also go to smaller
local markets, both in George Town and some other Grand
Cayman settlements, to get a truer taste of island food.
The drinking water is desalinated sea water and is
fine on all three islands.
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Cayman Islands
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Cayman Islands
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