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2011 Fancy Food Show | 1 4344 4346 4245 4247 The Caribbean Pavilion | 2 4352 4352 4253 4253 4354 HALLWAY 4254 HALLWAY HALLWAY 4342 4342 4340 4241 4243 4243 4241 4353B 4353B 4353 4353 4349 4347 4345 4343 4341 4339 4337 4355B BOOTH MAP 4357B TABLE OF CONTENTS Director’s Message................................................................................................. 4 New to Caribbean Pavilion.................................................................................... 5 4357B............. Abrahams & Cole Coffee Co. Ltd................................................. 6 4346............... A.M. Enterprises Ltd./Aunt May’s................................................. 7 4353B............. Barbados Investment & Development Corporation....................... 8 4353B............. Baking Enterprises......................................................................... 9 4340............... P. W. Bellot & Co. Ltd................................................................ 10 4343/4345...... Beverages Caribbean, Inc............................................................. 11 4342............... Caribbean Health Foods Ltd....................................................... 12 4344............... Caribbean Specialty Foods Co. Ltd. ............................................ 13 4353............... Central Food Packers Ltd............................................................ 14 4354............... Continental Baking Company..................................................... 15 4342............... Exotic Caribbean Mountain Pride............................................... 16 4353............... Fiwi Foods Ltd............................................................................ 17 4241............... Gom Food Industries N. V. / Sishado.................................... 18 4355B............. Grace Foods................................................................................ 19 4352............... HoneyKist Apiaries Ltd............................................................... 20 4243............... Hot Mama’s Belize Ltd................................................................ 21 4247............... J & J Spirits................................................................................. 22 4253............... Jamaican Teas Ltd. . .................................................................... 23 4357B............. Jamaica Promotions Corp............................................................ 24 4347............... Jays Enterprises Inc...................................................................... 25 4253............... JP Tropical Foods........................................................................ 26 4339............... K. C. Confectionery Ltd. ........................................................... 27 4341............... Marjie’s Plantain Foods Inc.......................................................... 28 4337............... Matouk International USA Inc.................................................... 29 4254............... Pedro Plains Jamaica Jerk Sauces.................................................. 30 4241............... soRena’s Winery N. V.................................................................. 31 4353B............. Sue Tru Caribbean Mfg. & Dist. Ltd........................................... 32 4243............... Traveller’s Liquors Ltd................................................................. 33 4352............... Walkerswood............................................................................... 34 4349............... COOKING STATION: Chef Jacqui Tyson................................ 35 4337............... Food and Beverage Industry Development Committee................ 36 4241............... Power Agri-Tech Ltd. ................................................................. 37 Caribbean Export Development Agency.............................................................. 38 Treasure Map for “Win Your Treasure” Contest................................................... 39 2011 Fancy Food Show | 3 DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE Caribbean Export Development Agency (Caribbean Export) is delighted to present the Caribbean Pavilion at the 57th Summer Fancy Food Show in Washington D.C. We consider it a privilege to partner and grow with this premier food show for the 18th consecutive year! We invite you to discover the distinctive flavours of our region and get a taste of comfortable Caribbean hospitality as well. Caribbean exporters regard the show as an excellent forum for accessing the U.S. market. Show attendees are always amazed at the wide range of authentic Caribbean offerings – from sauces, syrups, spices and seasonings, jams and jellies, condiments, candy, salsas and dips to rum, juices, sodas and fine wine. The work of Caribbean Export is to make the introductions and interactions equally rewarding. Caribbean Pavilion is funded for a second consecutive year by the Caribbean Aid for Trade and Regional Trust Fund (CARTfund) administered by the Caribbean Development Bank on behalf of the UK Department for International Development Fund (DFID). For further information about Caribbean Export, please visit the websites: www.carib-export.com, caribbeanpavilion.com or contact Sam Kruiner at email: [email protected] Enjoy the flavour of the Caribbean! Pamela Coke-Hamilton Executive Director Caribbean Export Development Agency [email protected] www.carib-export.com www.caribbeanpavilion.com The Caribbean Pavilion | 4 NEW TO CARIBBEAN PAVILION This year’s Caribbean Pavilion is the largest yet, showcasing products from 40 leading specialty food suppliers and agencies. In addition to regular participants from Barbados, Jamaica, and Trinidad and Tobago, we welcome these 16 new companies to the Pavilion: Barbados • A.M. Enterprises Ltd./Aunt May’s Belize • Hot Mama’s Belize Ltd. • Traveller’s Liquors Ltd. Dominican Republic • J&J Spirits Haiti • Marjie’s Plantain Foods Inc. Jamaica • Abrahams & Cole Coffee Co. Ltd. • Continental Baking Company • HoneyKist Apiaries Ltd. • Jamaican Teas Ltd. • JP Tropical Foods • Sue Tru Caribbean Mfg. & Dist. Ltd. Suriname • soRena’s Winery N. V. • Gom Food Industries N. V. • Power Agri-Tech Ltd. Trinidad and Tobago • Caribbean Health Foods Ltd. • Exotic Caribbean Mountain Pride stay connected: • • • • • www.carib-export.com www.caribbeanpavilion.com facebook.com/caribbeanpavilion twitter.com/caripavilion youtube.com/caribbeanpavilion Design Services FOR FANCY FOOD SHOW: Creative Mind Consulting Group Todd Sayles Chief Creative Officer Roseland, NJ 07068 Office: (973) 433 6550 Fax: (973) 655 9396 [email protected] www.creativemindcg.com 2011 Fancy Food Show | 5 Abrahams & Cole Coffee Company Ltd. Abrahams & Cole Coffee Company Limited was founded in 2009 by entrepreneurs Anntonette Abrahams and Lambert Cole. Abrahams & Cole quickly grew into a resource for a modest amount of Blue Mountain coffee beans from a small farm cradled in the Blue Mountain Range. In 2010, with the assistance of the Scientific Research Council in Jamaica, the company pioneered the creation of Blue Mountain coffee infused syrup, the flagship Abrahams & Cole Coffee Pancake Syrup. Consumers have taken the product potential beyond pancakes, and at the beginning of 2011, the Company rebranded its signature product as a versatile coffee syrup under the name Platinum Blue. Platinum represents the entrepreneurial determination to give consumers something different, rare, and rich in flavour. Blue is indicative of the source of the main ingredient: world-class Blue Mountain coffee. Products: Platinum Blue Coffee Syrup: Infused with authentic Jamaican Blue Mountain Coffee. May be used as a glaze for turkey, chicken, ham, seafood; as a topping for pancakes, ice cream, and desserts; or as dressing for raw vegetable salads. Contact: Anntonette Faith Abrahams Abrahams & Cole Coffee Company Ltd. Bloxburgh District, Kalorama P. A. Saint Andrew, Jamaica Tel: (876) 733 0923 Fax: (876) 733 0923 Mob: (876) 457 5792 [email protected] www.abrahamsandcolecoffeeja.com The Caribbean Pavilion | 6 A.M. Enterprises Ltd. A.M. Enterprises Ltd. produces a wide range of condiments, specialty seasonings and other ethnic products under the Aunt May’s brand. The company was established in 1985 and has focused on making products that reflect and enhance the rich culinary heritage of the Caribbean, with the mixture of cultures. Our authentic Caribbean/Barbadian products capture the essence of the tropical sun and cool island breezes that characterize the Caribbean region. On the island of Barbados, Aunt May’s products are available in all the leading supermarkets and small shops and are used in hotels and delis. Our products are also available throughout the Caribbean and in the U.S. and U.K. markets. Aunt May’s Food Products are based on traditional recipes that have been guarded and preserved over several generations. Products: • • • • • Seasonings: Chop, No Pepper; Pepper Sauces: Yellow, Red and Yellow with Garlic Syrups: Mauby, Ginger Beer, Sorrel Jellies: Guava, Sorrel, Pepper Great Cake Mix: Alcoholic and Non-alcoholic Contact: Mrs. Leila C. Johnson Managing Director A.M. Enterprises Ltd. Building #8 Newton Industrial Park Newton Christ Church BB17047 Barbados, W.I. Tel: (246) 418 9835 Fax: (246) 418 9836 [email protected] 2011 Fancy Food Show | 7 Barbados Investment & DEVELOPMENT CORP. The Barbados Investment & Development Corporation (BIDC) is the industrial development agency of the Barbados Government with special responsibility for export promotion and facilitating the establishment and expansion of business enterprises in Barbados. Additionally, The Barbados Investment & Development Corporation administers the Government’s incentive programme for industry and provides a variety of free advisory services for local companies looking to become established or to expand. Contact: Beverley Alleyne Senior Business Development Officer Barbados Investment & Development Corporation Pelican House, Princess Alice Highway St. Michael, Barbados Tel: (246) 427-5350 Fax: (246) 426-7802 [email protected] www.bidc.com The Caribbean Pavilion | 8 Our mission is to promote the sustainable development of the manufacturing, industrial and small business sectors in Barbados. The aim is to contribute to the diversification and growth of the economy through new investment, increased exports and employment creation, by fostering the development of competitive manufacturing and related services companies, as well as small business enterprises. BAKING ENTERPRISES Baking Enterprises and its sister company, Continental Baking Company, are the largest distributors of buns, breads and biscuits to Central, Southern and Northern Jamaica. Baking Enterprises owns the Yummy and Holsum brands, and all products are distributed from three branches strategically located in Mandeville, Montego Bay and St. Ann’s Bay. The company also has a first class, fully equipped baking facility located in Manchester. The company has focused its attention on providing loyal customers with products that are truly “best in value, best in taste” at convenient locations island wide. Since 2010, the Yummy brand has introduced a number of new products: Yummy Coconut Bread is a delicious sweet bread with real toasted coconut flakes, that has become one of the most popular pastry products in the Jamaican market. Other products include raisin bread, Cinna-bun, Honi Multi bread and real ol’ time one- and two-pack bulla. Products: Coconut Bread, Spice Buns, Easter Bun, Cinna-bun, Raisin Bread, Bullas Contact: Janice Lee Business Development Manager Baking Enterprises 8 St. Lucia Avenue Kingston 5, Jamaica Tel: (876) 920 3447 Fax: (876) 920 3448 [email protected] www.yummybakery.com (under construction) 2011 Fancy Food Show | 9 parry W. Bellot & CO, LTD. From our humble kitchen beginnings in 1944, Parry W. Bellot & Company has grown to become a major agro-industrial manufacturing leader in the Caribbean. Our BELLO brand encompasses a product mix that includes tropical fruit drink concentrates, preserves, coffee, chocolate and food condiment sauces. Although Dominica is small in size, it is blessed with a wonderfully fertile volcanic soil and sunny tropical climate, where everything grows in abundant profusion. In fact, Dominica is so beautifully pristine and mountainous that it is known as the “Nature Island of the Caribbean!” From this organic Garden-of-Eden environment we select only the choicest ingredients from nature’s bounty to ensure that all BELLO products are among the finest of their kind. We invite you to explore the complete Bello family of products soon! Products: Hot Pepper Sauces, Tropical Fruit Drink Concentrates, Cocktail Mixers, Preserves, Coffee, Chocolate, Jams, Jellies, Marmalades Contact: Michael Fagan, Managing Director Parry W. Bellot & Co., Ltd. 101 Main Road Castle Comfort P.O. Box 22 Roseau Dominica Tel: (767) 235 2862 / (767) 448 2860 Fax: (767) 448 2053 [email protected] www.belloproducts.com The Caribbean Pavilion | 10 Beverages Caribbean, Inc. Citrus Products of Belize Limited in Belize, The BHL Group of Companies (BBC, Pinehill & Banks Brewery) in Barbados, Banks DIH Limited in Guyana and Blue Waters in Trinidad have come together to form BCL (Barbados) Ltd. trading as Beverages Caribbean Inc. (BCI). As export agent, BCI has been charged with ensuring the expansion of each entity’s core brands internationally. BCI is focused on developing export ready products to take advantage of all opportunities for its shareholders by identifying, evaluating, appointing and working closely with focused distributors to accomplish this goal in selected markets. BCI is headquartered in Barbados at the BHL’s Corporate Offices in Wildey, St. Michael. Products: Banks Beer, Caribbean Pride, Claytons Kola Tonic, Frutee, Plus, Tiger Malt, UHT Juices Contact: Ray Chee-A-Tow Chief Executive Officer Beverages Caribbean Inc. Wildey, St. Michael Barbados Tel: (246) 227 6730 Fax: (246) 431 8870 Mob: (246) 230 3365 [email protected] www.thebhlgroup.com 2011 Fancy Food Show | 11 caribbean health foods ltd. In 1987, Caribbean Health Foods Ltd. (formerly College Health Foods) was established on the campus of the University of the Southern Caribbean (formerly Caribbean Union College). Ideally located in the lush, mountainous region of the Northern Range, we blend in with the natural beauty of the Maracas Valley, in St. Joseph, Trinidad. We are part of a network of more than 13 branches within Inter-American Health Foods Company based in Miami. Under the Natural Delights brand, we manufacture more than 12 vegetarian products as well as an assortment of healthy loaves of bread. In addition, we distribute a wide variety of soya products, from milk to chunks. This affords the vegetarian a unique selection of food to choose from. Most of our products are available at leading supermarkets in Trinidad and Tobago. We distribute regionally to Antigua, Barbados, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Martinique, St. Lucia and Suriname. Products: Natural Delights: Soy Milk, Health Breads, Frozen Meat Substitutes, Canned Meat Substitutes, Cereal, Snacks and Grains Contact: Marilyn Hosein Sales Supervisor Caribbean Health Foods Ltd. University of the Southern Caribbean Maracas Valley, St. Joseph Trinidad and Tobago Tel: (868) 645 6260/6231 Fax: (868) 645 2448 [email protected] www.caribbeanhealthfoods.com The Caribbean Pavilion | 12 caribbean specialty foods co. ltd. Caribbean Specialty Foods Co. Ltd. is located in the twin islands of Trinidad and Tobago. Our company is focused on creativity, taste, quality and value pricing as we bring exotic Caribbean flavours to the world naturally. The company began operations in 2000, marketing natural hot sauces. At that time, “natural” was a rare concept in the local hot sauce market, so there was no competition and the market responded favorably. The company used facilities offered by the local Business Development Company and marketing assistance from the Caribbean Export Development Agency to obtain exposure locally and internationally. In 2009, the company quickly embraced opportunities to enhance its expertise and expand its product base by partnering with then new company, Grant’s Countrystyle Foods, and utilizing the facilities and resources of the Trinidad and Tobago Agribusiness Association, a research and development association. Products: Tamarind Hot Sauce, Mango Hot Sauce, Caribbean Hot Sauce — Ooh La La, Rum Flavoured Hot Sauce, Papaya/Tomato Ketchup, Bar-b-Que Sauce, Sweet and Sour Sauce, Jerk Marinade, Seafood Cocktail Sauce Contact: Rex Collymore, Manager Hesma Tyson, Manager Caribbean Specialty Foods Co. Ltd. 18 Glenaaron Rd. San Juan Trinidad and Tobago Tel: (868) 786 9518, (868) 757 2961 Fax: (868) 653 2705 [email protected] [email protected] www.caribbeanspecialtyfoods.en.ecplaza.net 2011 Fancy Food Show | 13 Central Food Packers Ltd. Since 1985, Central Food Packers has been one of Jamaica’s leading exporters of canned, bottled and baked foods, distributing to the United Kingdom, North America and the Caribbean. We have a long history of providing quality products made with authentic Jamaican ingredients. The company started with canned ackees and has expanded and diversified to manufacture 22 products in truly authentic Jamaican Sunrite style. Our product range includes: jerk seasoning, pepper / BBQ sauces, chutneys, jams, jellies, canned vegetables and bammies. Through our Sunrite brand we have established a unique niche within the agro processing industry. The name Sunrite evolved out of our conviction to use ingredients grown and ripened under the warm Jamaican sun, ultimately making our products “Just Rite”. Central Food Packers employs over 220 persons from the community of Central Village, is HACCP approved and ISO 14001 certified. Products: Sunrite: Jerk Seasoning, Pepper/BBQ Sauces, Chutneys, Jams, Jellies, Canned Vegetables, Bammies Contact: Ms. Natalie Grandison Marketing Manager Central Food Packers Ltd. P.O. Box 75 Kingston 6, Jamaica Tel: (876) 342-9381 Fax: (876) 984-3118 [email protected] www.centralfoodpackers.com The Caribbean Pavilion | 14 continental baking company Continental Baking Company Ltd. (National Baking Company Ltd.) is the leading manufacturer of baked goods in Jamaica offering a wide range of products under three distinctive brands: National, HTB and Homade. The company began in 1952 as a familyowned bread bakery and from its humble beginnings has expanded to become the top producer of breads, buns, crackers and other baked products in Jamaica. National operates a 220,000 sq. ft., fully automated, state-of-the-art plant. The company employs approximately 700 staff and distributes freshly baked products island-wide each day. The company also exports a full range of products to the UK, the USA, Canada and other Caribbean Islands. For over 50 years, National has been led by the heart, soul and hard work of the Hendrickson family, and sustained by the support of its loyal family of staff and workers. PRODUCTS: Biscuits, Breads, Crackers, Buns, Snacks, Nuts Contact: Michelle Robinson Jason Robinson Continental Baking Company c/o TBS Trading Inc. 8821 Ditmas Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11236 Tel: (718) 451 0720 (718) 302 8812 [email protected] www.nationalbakingcompany.com 2011 Fancy Food Show | 15 Exotic Caribbean Mountain Pride Traditional hot chocolate was an indigenous and common drink in Trinidad and Tobago for generations, but it somehow disappeared in the mid1970’s and was replaced by imported chocolate drinks. Exotic Caribbean Mountain Pride is now pleased to offer this lost gem. Our all natural chocolate drink is still made the traditional way, with the original recipe. However, it now consists of the world’s best, fine flavoured, specially selected cocoa beans from Trinidad and Tobago. The chocolate is also attractively molded and packaged in the distinctive shape of the cocoa pod, giving it an authentic appearance. Taste tradition with every sip. Products: Mountain Pride: Traditional Drinking Chocolate, Mini Chocolates Flavored Chocolates: Ginger, Chili and Orange Flavors Contact: Exotic Caribbean Mountain Pride #32 Joropo Dr., Sam Boucoud Santa Cruz Trinidad and Tobago Tel: (868) 759 5732 [email protected] The Caribbean Pavilion | 16 Fiwi Foods Ltd. Since its inception in 2006, Fiwi Foods Ltd. has enjoyed significant success with its impressive line of authentic Jamaican sauces and seasonings that are manufactured to meet international standards, as the company seeks to deliver premium and authentic Jamaican flavours to the world. distribution, including facilitating orders at fiwifoods.com and select private labeling of its jerk seasoning. Quite notably, the company also supplies jerk seasoning as value-added input for other products, and as a main ingredient/base product in food preparation. Fiwi Foods Jerk Seasoning and Fiwi Foods Honey Glaze sauce, our two flagship products, have experienced growing appeal in both local and international markets. The company utilizes several avenues for Fiwi Foods has its sights set on providing consumers worldwide with “an authentic taste of Jamaica”, which invokes the brand’s mantra: Lively up your taste! Products: Fiwi Foods Jerk Seasoning, Fiwi Foods Honey Glaze Sauce Contact: Andrei Brissett Managing Director Fiwi Foods Ltd. 32 Shortwood Road Kingston 8, Jamaica Tel: (876) 622 5505 [email protected] www.fiwifoods.com 2011 Fancy Food Show | 17 Gom Food Industries N. V. Gom Food Industries produces soy-based marinades, BBQ sauces and spiced sauces under the brand name SISHADO. The company was founded in 1998 by Mr. Kenneth van Gom (Director) and Mrs. Yvonne van Gom-Helling (recipe holder). The name SISHADO is derived from the names of Mrs. Gom-Helling’s first three grandchildren indicating our vision for growth in the future. Our mission is to establish quality brands, which are widely recognized and accepted, resulting in continuous growth for shareholders and employees. Our present exports are to the Netherlands, Dutch Antilles and other Caribbean countries. Future exports are planned to additional EU countries, the USA and Canada. Our plans are reflected in this quote: “In a land of different races and cultures, there is a taste that brings them all together.” In striving to introduce the SISHADO unique flavour blend to the rest of the world, continuous efforts are made to maintain high quality. Products: SISHADO Marinade Sweet & Salt, Marinade Salt, Marinade Hot, Marinade Indo and BBQ Sauce Contact: Kenneth van Gom Director Gom Food Industries N. V. Mochalaan 3, L’ Hermitage, Paramaribo, Suriname Tel: +597 499940 Fax: +597 532404 [email protected] www.sishado.com The Caribbean Pavilion | 18 grace foods Grace Foods International (GFI) is the primary subsidiary of Grace Kennedy Ltd. with the mandate to market its products around the world. The organization began in 1969 as an export department within Grace Kennedy. In 1984, an independent company, Grace Kennedy Export Trading Ltd. was created to focus on export trading. In 2002, that entity was renamed Grace Foods International (GFI) to more accurately describe the international marketing focus of the organization and its vision of building brands. GFI now has products that are manufactured exclusively for its international markets. The company has also modified its packaging to meet international regulations and changing consumer taste. Grace Foods products are marketed in over 38 countries, including test-marketing programs in Africa, starting with Ghana. These ventures, along with ongoing innovation, have resulted in continued growth for the organization. Products: Caribbean Mixes. Coconut Water, Frozen Caribbean Meals, Instant Porridge, Juices Contact: Ricardo O. Bryan Regional Business Manager - USA Grace Foods (USA) Inc. 169 Nebula Road Piscataway, NJ 08854 Tel: (732) 248 1200 Fax: (732) 248 1277 [email protected] www.gracefoods.com 2011 Fancy Food Show | 19 Honeykist apiaries ltd. Established in 2008, HoneyKist Apiaries Limited is a Jamaican born family-owned business. We have grown from a cottage enterprise based on a belief that the purest and healthiest foods are provided by nature. From this vision emerged a true passion to create a premium all natural Jamaican product that is not only good, but good for you. With two apiaries located in the Jamaican countryside, we bring the pure goodness of honey to your tables while maintaining harmony with nature. This is reflected in how we manage our apiaries, handle our bees and harvest our honey. The natural lush beauty, warm climate and toil of local farmers are key ingredients in our unique products. HoneyKist Artisan HoneyFusions are 100% raw Jamaican “wild flower” honey infused with a “chups” (kiss) of unique fruits, vegetables and spices. Available in five distinctive flavours, they contain no artificial flavours, oils or preservatives. Products: HoneyKist Artisan HoneyFusions: Ginger, Lime, Blue Mountain Coffee, Pimento/Allspice, Habanero/Scotch Bonnet Pepper Contact: Michele Frederick Johnson HoneyKist Apiaries Ltd. 5 Central Road, Suite #12 Kingston 10, Jamaica Tel: (876) 382-8299 / (876) 999-1004 Fax: (876) 754-2985 [email protected] www.honeykistja.com (under construction) The Caribbean Pavilion | 20 Hot Mama’s Belize Ltd. Hot Mama’s Belize specializes in high quality habanero and gourmet pepper sauces. Two products have already won awards: Sweet Pepper Sauce achieved 3rd place Condiment Specialty in the Fiery Food Challenge at the 2007 ZestFest Show. Manganero Sauce won the Scovie Award at the 2008 Fiery Foods Show. Hot Mama’s started in 2003 in the village of Unitedville in western Belize. In 2006, we acquired a larger facility just two miles away. Additional space and equipment now enable some processing and filling operations to be automated. A member of the Belize Hot Pepper Value Chain led by the Belize Ministry of Agriculture, we work closely with farmers to ensure the continuous supply of high quality habanero peppers to processors and fresh market buyers. Six of Hot Mama’s products (in various sizes) are approved by the U.S. FDA. We also export to Canada and are actively looking for new markets and distribution. Products: • • • Habanero Hot Sauce: Mild X, Hot XX, Fiery XXX Sweet Pepper Sauce — Award Winner Manganero Sauce — Award Winner Contact: Wilana Oldham Hot Mama’s Belize Ltd. Mile 60 Western Highway Cayo District, Belize Tel: (501) 824 0444 Fax: (501) 824 3649 [email protected] www.hotmamasbelize.com 2011 Fancy Food Show | 21 J&J Spirits, CxA J&J Spirits believes that traditional Dominican homemade liqueurs can be produced using modern processes without disrespecting the “old way”. Kalembu preserves the original recipe in a premium, ready-to-drink mamajuana that complies with international quality standards for production. brown/red color and a unique combination of woody and herbal flavors. People traditionally drink mamajuana straight or on the rocks, although Kalembu is also used in cocktails. Its sweetness and 30 percent (60 proof ) alcohol content makes Kalembu more appealing to people who find rum and whisky too strong. Mamajuana is a drink exclusively from the Dominican Republic, made with rum, red wine, honey, twigs, bark, leaves and herbs. It is sweet to semi-sweet with a deep Kalembu is currently exported to northeastern U.S. (NY, NJ, MA, RI, CT). In addition to Kalembu, we can produce alcoholic drinks tailored to your needs. Product: Kalembu Mamajuana Contact: Jack Astacio General Manager J&J Spirits, CxA Z. F. Ind. Hato Nuevo, Nave#2 Los Alcarrizos, Santo Domingo Dominican Republic Tel: (809) 902 1212 Fax: (809) 884 2828 [email protected] www.kalembu.com The Caribbean Pavilion | 22 Jamaican Teas Ltd. Jamaican Teas Limited (formerly Tetley Tea Co. (Ja) Ltd.) was founded in Jamaica in 1967. It initially produced only black tea under the Tetley brand as well as contract manufacturing. In 1995, the company was acquired by current owners, the father and son team of Adeeb and John Mahfood. Since then, the product range has been considerably expanded, including Caribbean Dreams, which offers consumers unique herbal combinations and infusions. Today, with over 40 different types of teas, the company is the largest producer of teas in the Caribbean with almost one half its products exported to other Caribbean markets and North America. Teas are also produced on a contract basis for several Caribbean companies. Jamaican Teas (JTL) recently became a public company listed on the Jamaica Junior Stock Exchange. JTL is currently implementing the HACCP food safety management system as one of its key strategic goals. Contact: Izzy Hoppenfeld Jamaican Teas Ltd. c/o Eve Sales Corporation 945 Close Avenue Bronx, NY 10473 Tel: (718) 589 6800 Fax: (718) 617 6717 [email protected] www.jamaicanteas.com 2011 Fancy Food Show | 23 jampro Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO) is that gateway that connects the world to Jamaica, enabling entrepreneurs from around the globe to tap into the wealth of trade and investment opportunities available in the country. JAMPRO was established in 1988 to stimulate, facilitate and promote the development of trade and industry, and export and investment activities in all sectors of the island’s economy. The agency drives this process through focus on a number of targeted sectors that include the creative industries (film, music and entertainment), manufacturing, tourism, agri-business, CONTACT: Ms. Berletta Henlon Forrester JAMPRO 18 Trafalgar Road Kingston 10, Jamaica Tel: (876) 978 7755 Fax: (876) 978 4341 [email protected] www.tradeandinvestjamaica.org The Caribbean Pavilion | 24 information and communication technology, mining and professional services. With a professional cadre of staff in two core areas — Investment Promotion and Export Promotion, JAMPRO provides practical assistance to local and international businesses seeking to invest in Jamaica, and also serves locally-based companies producing goods and services for export. JAMPRO is headquartered in Kingston, Jamaica and has offices in London and Canada. Jays Enterprises Inc. Jays Enterprises Inc. is a wholly Barbadian owned company established in 1996. We manufacture and distribute a range of condiments under the Superb Blend brand. Our flagship Premium Blend has an exquisite, spicy flavour and is great for seasoning all meats, fish or poultry. No Pepper Seasoning also blends herbs and spices without the hot peppery taste, making it better suited for younger taste buds. The Mild and Jerk blends complete the range of our traditional seasonings. Superb Blend’s colourful packaging depicts our Barbadian heritage. In Barbados, our products are retailed in gift boxes at major souvenir shops, hotels and restaurants. Superb Blend is also available in several large cities in the United Kingdom, the United States, and Canada. It is our vision to be a leading supplier of quality traditional and gourmet condiments and sauces to regional and international markets. Products: Superb Blend: Premium Blend Seasoning, No Pepper Seasoning, Mild and Jerk Seasoning, Exotic Curry Sauce, Salt Free Seasoning, Bajan Seasonings and Hot Pepper Sauces, Ginger Pepper Jelly, Spicy Mango Chutney, Zesty Onion Relish, Grandma’s Traditional Mauby Syrup Contact: Ingrid Brathwaite Jays Enterprises Inc. Bldg#17 Units 5&6 Wildey Industrial Park Wildey, St. Michael Barbados Tel: (246) 434 7893 Fax: (246) 434 7894 [email protected] 2011 Fancy Food Show | 25 JP Tropical Foods We’re the Caribbean’s number one maker of Tropical Snacks. Our Group has been around for almost 80 years, so we know a thing or two about taste and quality. That’s why we grow our own snack ingredients to ensure we’re giving you nothing but quality. And because we value our relationships, we go all out to ensure we listen to you, understand you and how you want your snacks to be. So you can be sure that you’ll find excellent quality and taste in every bag Products: • • St. Mary’s Cassava Chips JP Simply Fresh Bammies Contact: Izzy Hoppenfeld JP Tropical Foods c/o Eve Sales Corporation. 945 Close Avenue Bronx, NY 10473 Tel: (718) 589 6800 Fax: (718) 617 6717 [email protected] www.jptropicalfoods.com The Caribbean Pavilion | 26 of chips. Take our word for it. Or better yet, taste the proof for yourself. St. Mary’s Cassava Chips are kettle cooked, seasoned with sea salt, and naturally zero trans fat. JP Simply Fresh Bammies makes eating healthy and convenient because it comes already peeled and freshly sealed. K. C. CONFECTIONERY LTD. K. C. Confectionery Limited began in 1922 as a cottage industry and has diversified and expanded today to a fast paced, people driven company that is foremost in technology and innovation. The K. C. brand is now a household name at a national level and has obtained high recognition from international markets. K. C. Confectionery Limited is the largest manufacturer of sugar confectionery and bubble gum in the Caribbean. We currently export to the USA, Canada, the Caribbean, The Netherlands Antilles and England. Products: Hard Candy, Mints, Medicated Candy, Gum Balls, Lollipops and Toffees Contact: Mr. Miguel Bermudez K. C. Confectionery Ltd. 95-97 Southern Main Road Couva, Trinidad, WI Tel: (868) 636 2360 Ext. 286 Fax: (868) 636 9061 [email protected] www.kccandy.com 2011 Fancy Food Show | 27 Marjie’s Plantain Foods inc. Marjie’s Plantain Foods manufactures savory tarts that are dairy-free and gluten free. Products are frozen “ready-to-eat.” Marjie’s Plantain Food products combine American dining style with food that founder Marjorie Gaston grew up with in Haiti. The result is a marriage of U.S. style and Caribbean healthy food. Marjie’s product development approach draws on traditions as well as insights developed through experimenting with plantains. As a result, Marjie’s Plantain Foods converts a staple of the Caribbean and Latin America into healthy food products that are natural, vitamin filled and great tasting. Current versions of savory tarts: White Bean Tart contains white beans and sun dried tomatoes. Mixed Veggie Tart features mixed vegetables, and Chicken Tart includes sweet peas and chicken. Products: Dairy and Gluten-Free Savory Tarts: White Bean Tart, Mixed Veggie Tart, Chicken Tart Contact: Marjorie Gaston Marjie’s Plantain Foods Inc. P.O. Box 1211 New York, NY 10002 Tel: (888) 908 6275 Fax: (718) 383 3337 [email protected] www.marjiesplantainfoods.com The Caribbean Pavilion | 28 Matouk International USA Inc. Matouk International USA Inc. markets the MATOUK’S brand in the USA, Canada and the northern Caribbean. Their products are readily available in all the major chain supermarkets, gourmet shops and through mail order companies. Their distributors are strategically located in major metropolitan cities throughout the USA and Canada. MATOUK’S Hot Pepper Sauces have received nationwide recognition with numerous articles in publications such as Playboy, USA Today and Gourmet Retailer. The company can also boast of having imported the first bottle of Caribbean hot pepper sauce into the USA 37 years ago. Products: Barbeque Sauces, Caribbean Condiments, Chutneys, Hot Pepper Sauces Jerk Sauces, Relishes, Salsas, Tropical Fruit Jams & Jellies Contact: Linda P. Chow-Quan Marketing Manager Matouk International USA Inc 3801 N. University Dr., #320 Sunrise, FL 33351 Tel: (954) 742 2204 Fax: (954) 742 2533 [email protected] 2011 Fancy Food Show | 29 Pedro Plains jamaica jerk Sauces Pedro Plains Jamaica Jerk Sauces is truly a family of products. We want our customers to become a part of our family and spread the word about this unique line of 100% Authentic Jerk Products — it isn’t JERK unless it is made in Jamaica from Jamaican grown and harvested ingredients. Pedro Plains, the home of our products, is located in the breadbasket parish of St. Elizabeth in Jamaica. Pedro Plains is a blend of the tropics: known for its uniqueness and exotic nature with wonderful fauna and flora. The bare hands of the farmers nurture the ingredients. Pedro Plains Jerk BBQ Madness was awarded best in class “Salsas, Sauces, Condiments” at the Americas Food and Beverage show in October 2010 in Miami, Florida. We look forward to engaging your company in the placement of our products in your organization. We believe you and your customers will be truly satisfied with the superior quality of Pedro Plains Jamaica Jerk Sauces and enjoy A Little Taste of Home. Products: • • • • • • • • • Auntie Katie Jerk Marinade Passion Fruit Jerk Marinade Milk Jerk Seasoning Jerk BBQ Madness Honey Jerk Sauce Hurricane Scotch Bonnet Pepper Sauce Malicious Hot Pepper Sauce Pure Original Jerk Sauce Chaos Jerk Seasoning Contact: Bertram Banton Managing Director Paul R. Lewis Sales & Marketing Director [email protected] [email protected] www.pedroplains.com The Caribbean Pavilion | 30 BnRs Holdings Jamaica: 17 Oxford Road Kingston 5, Jamaica, WI Tel/Fax: (876) 815 9817 United States: 3123 Aspen Lane Manvel, TX 77587 Tel: (248) 275 4239 soRena’s Winery N. V. soRena’s Winery N. V. specialises in non grape based wine making, wine related products and gifts. Founded in 1942 and developed through years of diligent effort, the winery has been handed down from generation to generation. Since 2000, emphasis has been placed on a scientific approach to product and process development, quality management and market development. In 2002, the winery introduced four new fruit wines. In 2008, soRena’s achieved ISO 22000 certification. soRena’s wines are vinted of aubergine, passion fruit, ginger, orange, djamun and other local fruits. Ingredients are chosen with care to produce exotic flavour profiles, and artisanal and natural characteristics that reflect the country’s Asian and African heritage. New offerings from soRena’s Winery include personalized labels and custom batches, always ideal for corporate gifts or commemoratives. Products: soRena’s Wine: Sparto Orange, Sparto Ginger, Sparto Passion, Sparto Aubergine Contact: Mrs. Marjorie Renardus soRena’s Winery N. V. Djerostraat 2, Clevia Paramaribo Suriname Tel: +597 559030 Mob: +597 8849249 Fax: +597 559290 [email protected] www.sorenaswinery.com 2011 Fancy Food Show | 31 sue tru mfg. & Dist. Ltd. Established in 2007, Sue Tru is a growing manufacturing and distribution company firmly committed to producing authentic Jamaican foods. The Sue Tru brand prides itself on being 100% Jamaican and strives to symbolize the finest Jamaican cuisine. Our aim is to exceed the expectation of local and international consumers. We are continuously engaged in market research to inform this process. Under the Sue Tru brand, we package and process a wide array of seasonings, jams, jellies and spices. We also distribute Jamaican agricultural produce such as yellow yam, mango, sorrel, breadfruit and Scotch Bonnet pepper. We utilize the best produce and meticulously test ingredients used to make our value-added products. We ensure that products meet requirements of the Jamaican Bureau of Standards. We are also in the process of becoming HACCP and FDA certified, with the support of the Jamaica Exporters’ Association and JAMPRO. PRODUCTS: Honey, Molasses, Jerk Seasoning, Exotic Jam and Jellies, Tomato Sauces, Pepper Sauces, Jamaican Red Pepper Mash and Authentic Jamaican Spices CONTACT: Suzette Thomas Sue Tru Caribbean Mfg. & Distributors Ltd. Rosell District, Morant Bay St Thomas, Jamaica Tel/Fax : (876) 486 3226 Tel: (876) 358 9132 [email protected] www.suetru.com The Caribbean Pavilion | 32 Traveller’s Liquors ltd. In 1953, Jaime Omario Perdomo Sr. opened a bar named Travellers. Almost 60 years later, and now under the leadership of his children, the humble bar has grown into the leader of Belizean spirit manufacturing, and Traveller’s has become one of Belize’s most well known companies. With an aging and bottling plant infrastructure that meets strict export standards, Traveller’s now has its sights set on the world. Through his creativity and foresight, Don Omario’s Traveller’s Liquors has grown into a source of pride for his own children and for Belize. Today the Perdomo family ensures the tradition grows, and the family legacy lives on. First created in 1964, the softly sweet One Barrel Rum is our flagship, multiple award winner and the pioneer in quality Belizean dark rums. Aged, hand crafted and skillfully blended of the finest spirits, this rum is unquestionably Belize’s best selling liquor locally and abroad. Products: Rum, Brandy, Vodka, Speciality Liquors Contact: Traveller’s Liquors Ltd. P.O. Box 623 2.5 Miles Northern Hwy Belize City, Belize Tel: (501) 223 2855 Fax: (501) 223 5307 Traveller’s International Ltd. 4623 NW 53 Ave., Suite 3 Gainesville, Florida 32606 Tel: (352) 376 0135 (352) 376 0137 [email protected] 2011 Fancy Food Show | 33 WalkerSwooD Tucked away in the hills of St. Ann, Jamaica, is internationally acclaimed Walkerswood Caribbean Foods. Recognized for delectable Jerk Seasoning, sauces, condiments and spices, the company opened as a simple community project in 1978 with four employees. Traditionally homemade with Scotch Bonnet peppers, scallions and island spices, Walkerswood was the first to bottle Jamaican Jerk Seasoning, a favourite among locals for preparing pork, chicken and fish. In 1985, one hundred cases were exported PRODUCTS: Jerk Seasonings, Condiments, Spices Contact: Izzy Hoppenfeld Walkerswood c/o Eve Sales Corporation 945 Close Avenue. Bronx, NY 10473 Tel: (718) 589 6800 Fax: (718) 617 6717 [email protected] www.walkerswood.com The Caribbean Pavilion | 34 to test its spicy appeal. Walkerswood was a hit with Jamaicans living abroad and others who craved the taste of authentic Jamaican jerk foods. Today, Walkerswood proudly employs more than 80 full-time staff. We never compromise on quality ingredients and maintain careful manufacturing standards. Our products and processes are fully compliant with all applicable USFDA regulations governing low-acid and acidified foods. Cooking Station – Chef Jacqui Tyson From Yard Style to Gourmet Discover how to bring a taste of the Caribbean to your everyday life! • • • • A dash of island spices transforms a snack moment from satisfying to scrumptious Grilling with tropical sauce and a summer barbecue becomes a trip to the islands An ordinary hot dog can be transformed into the most satisfying delight Mainstream favourites like stir-fries, pastas, grilled steak and chicken become memorable meals when made with ingredients from the warmth of the Caribbean This year’s Caribbean Pavilion Cooking Station features Jamaican Chef Jacqui Tyson and her signature “Yard style to Gourmet” cuisine. Chef Jacqui and representatives from other companies will conduct daily culinary demonstrations filled with flavour and style. Stop by the Caribbean Pavilion for a schedule. About Chef Jacqui Tyson Jacqui Tyson is a chef unlike any other. Jamaican born, Ms. Tyson creates exceptional catering and events for a party of 10 to crowds of thousands. Luxury labels, food giants, media players, and leading corporations turn to Ms. Tyson for expertise, energy and great cooking. Every Jacqui Tyson event is alive with artistry, flavor and allure. Whether you envision a lunch or dinner delivered and set up only, a formal sit-down dinner, a simple buffet or an elegant gala event, Tyson’s professional staff will meet all of your needs. 2011 Fancy Food Show | 35 Food and beverage committee Food and Beverage Industry Development Committee (FBIDC) was formed in 2005 and reports to the Ministry of Trade and Industry. The members of the FBIDC are both from the public and private sector brought together to assist in the diversification goals of the government. The mandate of the committee is to implement the Strategic Plan developed for the domestic Food and Beverage Industry. Contact: Mr. Farz Khan FBIDC Business Development Company Ltd. #151 B Charlotte Street Port-of Spain, Trinidad Tel: (868) 623 5507 Ext 238 Fax: (868) 625 8126 Email: [email protected] www.bdc.co.tt The Caribbean Pavilion | 36 An important component of the plan is to increase exports of food and beverage produced locally into foreign markets. Hence the FBIDC facilitates participation by local manufacturers to international food and beverage exhibitions in order to increase market share, understand the regulatory requirements and, gain knowledge of consumer preferences and emerging trends in the Food Beverage industry. Power agri-Tech ltd. Power Agri-Tech Ltd., founded by Dr. Robert Power in 2003, develops and manufactures food supplements as jams, dressings and drinks under the POWA brand name. POWA products are made from the highest quality cassava, soy, noni fruit, matured leaf of aloe and açai berry. For centuries, these foods have been valued for nutrition and health benefits. POWA products are developed with the concept of “Building Health Rather Than Fighting Disease”. POWA products are a result of research aimed at eliminating the bad smell and taste of the noni fruit and arresting discoloration. As result, POWA products taste good while delivering these health benefits: • • • • • • Contain amino acids and essential fatty acids for overall body health High in protein and fiber Help strengthen blood circulation Help boost energy level May help strengthen the immune system Contribute to healthy weight loss PRODUCTS: POWA Jam, Drinks, Cassava Flour, Snacks, Soy Sauces, Salad Dressings Contact: Dr. Robert. H. Power C.E.O. Power Agriculture Technology & Consultancy Sinaasappelstraat # 5 Zorg en Hoop Suriname Tel: (597) 877 6886 Fax: (597) 433 757 [email protected] [email protected] 2011 Fancy Food Show | 37 The Caribbean Export Development Agency (Caribbean Export) is a regional trade and investment promotion organization of the Forum of Caribbean States (CARIFORUM), which currently includes: Antigua and Barbuda, the Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Dominica, the Dominican Republic, Haiti, Grenada, Guyana, Jamaica, St. Lucia, St. Kitts & Nevis, St. Vincent & the Grenadines, Suriname and Trinidad & Tobago. Our Vision—To be recognized as the premier regional organization for trade and investment development and promotion. Our Mission—To increase the competitiveness of Caribbean countries by providing quality trade and investment development and promotion services through effective program execution and strategic partnerships. Head Office SUB REGIONAL OFFICE Caribbean Export Development Agency Hastings Main Road PO Box 34B, Brittons Hill St. Michael, Barbados Tel: 1 (246) 436 0578 Fax: 1 (246) 436 9999 C/Carlos de Lora No 9 Los Restauradores Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic Tel: 1 (809) 531 6565 Tel: 1 (809) 473 7532 [email protected] www.carib-export.com The Caribbean Pavilion | 38 Bahamas Haiti Jamaica Belize N Dominican Republic St. Thomas Dominica Barbados Trinidad & Tobago Suriname Take Our Caribbean Pirates Quiz Enter to Win Your Treasure! Test your knowledge of the real pirates of the Caribbean. Bring your completed form to the Caribbean Pavilion for a chance to win a $25 Restaurant Gift Certificate or a $200 Cruz Tablet! Circle true or false below. Hint: check the booths for answers. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. In 1712, French pirates travelled 9 miles inland from the Atlantic Ocean to attack Paramaribo, capital city of Suriname. True/False Navy Island, a 64-acre tourist resort in Jamaica, was once owned by movie pirate Errol Flynn. True/False Irish teenager Anne Bonny ran off with Captain Calico Jack Rackham in the Bahamas and lived as a pirate from 1719 to 1721. True/False The island of Tortuga referenced in two Pirates of The Caribbean movies is located off the northern coast of Haiti. True/False Legendary Captain Blackbeard found anchorage for his pirate fleet in Trinidad & Tobago’s natural ports, like Pirates’ Bay. True/False First name_ _______________________Last name________________________________ Email____________________________________ Phone_ _________________________ Title____________________________________________________________________ Company________________________________________________________________ Address__________________________________________________________________ City/State_________________________________ ZIP_ ___________________________ Good Luck! You must be present at the Caribbean Pavilion at time of drawing to collect your prize. Stop by the Caribbean Pavilion for more information and rules. 2011 Fancy Food Show | 39 The Caribbean Pavilion | 40