Kingston, Jamaica — 12 March 2026
Jamaica is seeking to capture a larger share of the rapidly expanding global gastronomy tourism market, a move that could shape not only the island’s tourism strategy but also the long-term development of local communities, land use, and commercial property tied to food production and hospitality.
The global gastronomy sector was valued at roughly US$2.1 trillion last year, and Jamaican tourism officials believe the country’s cuisine, agricultural heritage, and cultural diversity position it well to benefit from a larger slice of that market. For Jamaica’s property landscape, the implications extend beyond restaurants and festivals to farmland, tourism infrastructure, and the development of spaces where food, culture, and visitors intersect.
The strategy was highlighted during a recent food and beverage showcase at Hope Gardens in St. Andrew, where the Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee Festival partnered with the Jamaica Food and Drink Festival to present a l…
