Caribbean Food at Harbourfront Island Soul

From July 31 to August 3, Harbourfront Centre hosts Island Soul as part of the World Routes 2009 series. Food-related components include the Jerk Jamboree Competition, with Toronto chefs competing for the title of Best Jerk in Toronto. Competitors include Willy’s Jerk, Jerk King, Mr. Jerk, Irie Food Joint, Sunrise Caribbean Restaurant, Albert’s Real Jamaican Food, The Real Jerk, Soul Food Restaurant, Jam Dee’s Jerk Pit and Nicey’s Take-Out; The winner will be announced at 2 p.m. on August 2 at the Lakeside Terrace.

There will also be food demonstrations at the Lakeside Terrace by La-toya Fagon of Twist Catering Services (August 2 at 4 p.m.), Anthony Mair of Harlem Restaurant (August 3 at 2 p.m.) and Selwyn Richards from The Art of Catering (August 3 at 4 p.m.). Over the weekend, you can sample Caribbean food at the World Cafe from local caterers and restaurants: Breath of Life, Canadian Caribbean, Jerk it Up, Mi Lindo Ecuador, Jerk Vibes, V's Place, Jamaican Jerk, Tropical Fruit Market, Churros Ricos Churros and One Love Vegetarian Catering.