Taste of St. Croix
For more than 20 years, Taste of St. Croix has celebrated the special spirit and flavor of St. Croix by bringing together local chefs, restaurants, farmers, caterers, and distributors. When the event began in 2001, it was the brainchild of two local restaurateurs as a way to showcase the diverse and delectable cuisine and culture of St. Croix, as well as its many influences from all over the Caribbean and the world. Today, the Taste of St. Croix event is known nationally and abroad as one of the finest food and wine events in the Caribbean. The event continues to grow and attract guests, winemakers, rum distillers, brewers, celebrity chefs, foodies, journalists, and social media influencers.
Taste shines a spotlight on the growing culinary scene of St. Croix. But, Taste is also a fundraiser for local organizations. Taste of St. Croix has donated more than $350,000 to community programs and local organizations since its inception. Also, the Taste of St. Croix 365 Program comprises a year-round calendar of projects to support and promote the island’s hospitality industry.
Taste of St. Croix is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, which has donated more than $350,000 to community programs and local organizations since its inception. In 2016, Taste of St. Croix gave $10,000 to The Lighthouse Mission and granted two full-time scholarships to the University of the Virgin Islands Hospitality and Tourism Management Program. Taste also established a travel fund for high school students participating in culinary competitions. Furthermore, Taste of St. Croix’s 365 Program comprises a year-round calendar of projects to support and promote the island’s hospitality industry. Projects include:
Reef Responsible: Operated in cooperation with The Nature Conservancy and its partners, Reef Responsible coordinates workshops to promote sustainable fishing practices.
St. Croix Culinary Juniors: Cultivating future generations of culinary talent, St. Croix Culinary Juniors provides learning opportunities and hands-on experience for island youth interested in pursuing careers in the culinary arts.
Farmer-to-Table: In partnership with the Virgin Islands Department of Agriculture, Taste of St. Croix fosters a connection between island restaurants and local farmers designed to showcase locally sourced ingredients.
EVENT DETAILS
Date and Time
Taste of St. Croix takes place in mid-April of each year. Check out our April Calendar of Events for this year’s details when they are announced.
Location
Taste of St. Croix is typically held at the Divi Carina Bay Casino
