Guadeloupean cuisine and more generally Creole cuisine promote mixing. This traditional cuisine combines flavors from all over the world. Native American, African, European or even Indian, dishes often claim to be spicy and generous.
This beautiful marriage of know-how and the scents of travel that emanate from it leave unforgettable flavors that are specific to Guadeloupe's gastronomic culture.
Traditional Guadeloupean dishes to awaken your taste buds
No doubt that traditional Guadeloupe cuisine will take you on an unforgettable culinary journey.
Lobsters are the stars of Guadeloupe cuisine. They abound in the waters of the archipelago and are generally served with spicy sauce. Ouassous are also very often tasted and appreciated by Guadeloupeans. They are large shrimps that live in fresh water. Finally, crab, served stuffed, is the other star of local cuisine among other shellfish and crustaceans such as burgots, clams or whelks.
There are many other typical dishes that will certainly leave you with an unforgettable taste. Blaff, a court-bouillon in which fish and seafood are cooked, matété, goat or chicken stew or even colombo are all dishes that give Guadeloupe gastronomy a particularity of unique and delicious flavors. All of these dishes are frequently served with vegetable gratin with local flavors, such as yam or giraumon.
Guadeloupean desserts on the menu
Blanc-Manger coconut is the best dessert in Guadeloupe. This delicious blend of vanilla and coconut will delight you. Torment d'Amour is also one of the most exotic desserts. But to make your stay even more exotic, enjoy pineapples, passion fruit and coconuts. You can also try a punch, a local specialty with exotic fruits.
Rum and multiple flavors
Beyond the thousand and one flavors that Guadeloupe cuisine contains, rum is a strong symbol of the archipelago in terms of flavor.
The planter, a famous traditional cocktail, is a drink made from sugar, lemon, exotic fruits and the famous rum made naturally in distilleries in Guadeloupe. Other foods such as cocoa, cinnamon, sugar cane syrup, and vanilla are also part of Guadeloupe's culture and gastronomic heritage.
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The unforgettable flavors of the Islands of Guadeloupe
Guadeloupean cuisine and more generally Creole cuisine promote mixing. This traditional cuisine combines flavors from all over the world. Native American, African, European or even Indian, dishes often claim to be spicy and generous.
This beautiful marriage of know-how and the scents of travel that emanate from it leave unforgettable flavors that are specific to Guadeloupe's gastronomic culture.
Making rum from Guadeloupe: between culture and tradition
When we talk about Guadeloupe Islands, we think of coconut trees, sandy beaches and turquoise waters. But it's easy to forget one of the island's historic specialties: rum. However, it is an integral part of the local Creole culture. Many distilleries still produce high quality alcohol. It is no coincidence that the Route du Rhum passes through the Islands of Guadeloupe.
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