“The Pepperpot Diaries: Stories from my Caribbean Table” is Andi Oliver’s long-awaited first cookbook.
ST. JOHN’S, Antigua--Explore a fusion of culture and cuisine as Andi Oliver’s best-selling cookbook, “The Pepperpot Diaries: Stories from my Caribbean Table”, is transformed into a festival of food, mixology and culture in a unique and immersive 100-day experience on the twin-island of Antigua and Barbuda, according to a press release from the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority.
Details have been announced for the inaugural Pepperpot Rum Shop pop-up experience in the historic Fort James area of Antigua. The collaboration between celebrity chef Oliver, the Treehouse Beach Club and the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority launches on May 8.
Over 100 sun-soaked days, the Pepperpot Rum Shop will showcase a melting pot of delicious food, drinks and iconic cultural touchstones inspired by Oliver’s recipes and Antiguan heritage, the release states. Set in a prime location at one of Antigua’s newest beach-front venues, the Treehouse Beach Club, the launch also coincides with the vibrant Antigua and Barbuda Restaurant Week (May 5-19), which attracts food lovers and travellers from around the world. These innovative island experiences will be a true celebration of Caribbean gastronomy and culture.
Inspired by some of the dishes created for Oliver’s successful London restaurant Wadadli Kitchen, and her touching foodie memoir, “The Pepperpot Diaries”, visitors will be treated to some of Oliver’s most celebrated dishes, like chocolate curried goat, alongside some innovative new recipes created for the event based on the availability of locally sourced ingredients, according to the release.
Oliver says, “I’m so thrilled to be showcasing some exciting recipes as part of Pepperpot Rum Shop on the stunning twin island of Antigua and Barbuda. Caribbean food hasn’t been codified in quite the same way as French and Italian and yet there are more than five ways you can make rice and peas, countless recipes for BBQ chicken and at least three different kinds of pepperpot! I can’t wait to share some of the dishes inspired by friends, family and my Antiguan heritage.”
The highly anticipated T20 Cricket World Cup will also be taking place during the Pepperpot Rum Shop 100 days. Antigua & Barbuda is proud to announce that it will host the second-highest number of matches among all hosting venues, with a total of eight action-packed games scheduled, the release states.
As part of the celebrations, the Pepperpot Rum Shop will be setting up a dynamic location where cricket fans can come together to soak up the energy and enjoy a variety of activities. Adding to the excitement, the legendary West Indies captain Sir Richie Richardson will be joining the festivities as an ambassador, engaging with fans and participating in various activities throughout the Pepperpot Rum Shop.
The Pepperpot Rum Shop 100 days will also include a curated programme of events including film, wellness, art and music. This not-to-be-missed event is perfect for independent travellers, digital nomads, families’ foodies, and all those looking to dive head first into a truly authentic and incomparable Antigua and Barbuda experience, the release concludes.
