Saucy Showdown: Grace Foods USA Launches the Spiciest Culinary Battle on National Jamaican Jerk Day
As the aroma of jerk spices fills the air in anticipation of the annual Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival in Miramar, Florida, Grace Foods USA is turning up the heat with their thrilling Grace Sauce Contest. Celebrated on National Jamaican Jerk Day (NJJD) this Sunday, October 27, the competition promises to bring the flavors and excitement of Jamaican cuisine to the forefront, with a tantalizing prize that has chefs eager to impress.
The spotlight is on six local chefs and restaurants, including the acclaimed Chef Treisha Hall of Ramelles Catering in Raleigh, NC, known for her inventive Vegan Mushroom Jerk Steak. These culinary maestros will vie for a cash prize of US$1,000, the illustrious Grace Sauce Trophy, and a chance for their culinary creation to be featured at the much-anticipated Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival.
The contest is more than just a culinary face-off; it’s a celebration of the vibrant, creative spirit inherent in Jamaican jerk cuisine. "This event is a celebration of creativity, passion, and the rich culinary traditions of Jamaica. We are excited to showcase the talent of these incredible chefs and share this moment with jerk lovers around the world," exclaims Andrea Reynolds, Global Category Manager at Grace Foods USA.
Set to captivate taste buds, the judging will unfold this Wednesday, October 23, with the winner announced live on Instagram at 2 PM ET. Points will be awarded for taste and creativity, with each dish using a Grace Jerk product as its hero ingredient. The victorious sauce will not only bag the grand prize but will also take center stage in live cooking demonstrations at the festival.
Adding to the allure is a judging panel brimming with expertise and flair, featuring Chef Irie, Chef Reece, Ron Beasley, Jody-Ann Gray, and a special mystery guest judge. Their discerning palates will inspire contestants to push the boundaries of flavor.
Grace Foods USA invites everyone to partake in this flavorful fiesta, urging jerk aficionados to celebrate NJJD with zest. Enthusiasts are encouraged to share their Grace Jerk dishes on social media, tagging @NationalJamaicanJerkDay and @GraceFoodsJerk, and using the hashtag #NationalJamaicanJerkDay.
With an electrifying competition and rich cultural celebration, the Grace Sauce Contest is poised to make National Jamaican Jerk Day the most flavorful day of the year. Will Chef Treisha Hall’s Vegan Mushroom Jerk Steak stake its claim among the greats? Only time will tell as the heat rises in the kitchen!
