August 2024 Food Event Calendar
Hello WongaFam!
It’s another month, which means another list of Jamaican food events. From Fun Fests to Chef Showdowns, August offers a variety of occasions for eating and spending time with the people you love.
Speaking of spending time together, Happy Emancipendence!
As we celebrate Jamaica’s Emancipation and 62 years of Independence, we take time to embrace our history, culture, and cuisine. From the resilience of those that came before us to the vibrant flavours that define us, these holidays remind us to reflect on our journey and embrace the spirit of a free and independent Jamaica.
If you still need Emancipendence weekend plans, keep an eye out on social media for restaurant specials. AC Lounge has Emancipation Brunch on August 4; Julie Mango Restaurant has Emancipation and Independence Brunch on August 1 & 6 respectively; and we’re sure others will follow suit and announce holiday specials soon.
AUGUST 1
FunFest Jamaica
Walking through the flowers at Hope Gardens. Children bouncing-a-bout. A whole food village. Sounds like a great way to spend Emancipation Day.
AUGUST 1
Montego Bay Jerk & food festival
We can’t all be in Kingston. Whether you live on the North Coast or you’re there for a little Emancipendence weekend getaway, the MoBay jerk festival promises a good time and all things jerk.
AUGUST 3
Fish pot fish fry
When last yuh go a good fish fry? Because Fish Pot say dem planning a seafood feast like no other with games, giveaways, and endless excitement—in other words, we need to be there.
AUGUST 17
Restaurant Round Robin | EITS Cafe
In this corner of the internet, WE ARE WONGA and dedicated to the intersections of food, history, and culture. We love to see events like Restaurant Round Robin celebrating Jamaican food and restaurants.
AUGUST 10, 17, 24, 31
Chef Showdown | Jamaica Food & Drink Kitchen
Things heat up in the Kitchen this summer! Every week two chefs go head-to-head preparing a three-course meal. More importantly, every week you can watch and eat from some of the best chefs in Jamaica. It looks like we know what we’re doing for #WongaWednesday this August.
AUGUST 24
Grace Food Festival
AUGUST 25
CB PAN LIVE
Real jerk is from Jamaica.
For the first time post-pandemic, CB PAN is BACK! Pan workshops and events have been happening across the island throughout July and on August 25 a new best pan chicken boss will be crowned. Sounds PAN-tastic!
Know any other upcoming food events? Comment down below so we can all go!
