24/07/2025
Anguilla Culinary Team Heads to St. Kitts for Annual Grill Fest Competition
Members of the Anguilla Culinary Team departed the island on Thursday, July 24th to represent Anguilla in Grill Fest, a major culinary showdown that forms part of St. Kittsβ annual Restaurant Week activities. The competition is set for Saturday, July 26th, 2025 at the scenic Frigate Bay Lawn.
Representing Anguilla this year are culinary professionals Kelston βChef Sweetsβ Connor, Jamal Hodge, Raven James, and Kendrick Richardson. Accompanying the team is grill master Jermain Hodge, who brings a wealth of experience and passion to the competition.
Grill Fest is a one-day event that brings together grill enthusiasts from across the region to compete for the coveted title of Grill Master in four categories: fish, chicken, pork and lobster. In addition to the culinary competition, Grill Fest provides an exciting platform for families to enjoy the rich flavours and culture of the Caribbean.
The Anguilla Culinary Team operates under the auspices of the Anguilla Hotel and Tourism Association (AHTA), which continues to champion opportunities for local chefs and hospitality professionals to showcase their talents regionally and internationally.
Cherecia Lewis, CEO of the Anguilla Hotel and Tourism Association, was at the Clayton J. Lloyd International Airport to see the team off. She expressed her pride and support for the team:
βWe are proud to support these talented culinary ambassadors who represent the very best of Anguillaβs food culture. The AHTA is committed to fostering professional growth and regional exposure for our hospitality talent. We wish the team great success in the competition and know they will make Anguilla proud.β
The participation of the Anguilla Culinary Team in Grill Fest not only highlights the islandβs exceptional culinary talent but also reinforces Anguillaβs presence on the regional stage.