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Top Cayman Easter Traditions

March 21

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Top Cayman Easter Traditions

Right up there with Christmas, Easter is a highly celebrated and important traditional holiday in Cayman and most Caribbean islands. As Good Friday and Easter Monday are public holidays, this four-day long weekend is a good reason to come together with friends and family to celebrate, eat and partake in seasonal traditions.

Here are our top favourite Easter traditions in Cayman. If you’re on the island during Easter, we encourage you to jump in and celebrate like the locals do!

 

Easter Camping 

yellow tent pitched on a beach under the stars

Easter in Cayman means many things, and one of those things is camping. Once you see those tents popping up along Cayman Kai or Rum Point, you know the Easter weekend is here. In fact, you may notice a few modern conveniences sprinkled amongst the tents. Generators, televisions, kitchen equipment, furniture, crates of food and drink
even the odd Domino’s delivery or two – not a stone is left unturned when it comes to some glampers!

Modern conveniences or not, the camping experience allows families to come together and friends to drop by, sharing meals and swapping stories under the stars.

If you decide to join in on the fun, here are some tips to get you in a tent on the beach this Easter.

 

Easter Brunch

easter themed brunch with colourful finger foods

For some islanders, brunching is a way of life – particularly on a long-weekend! On Easter Sunday you will find all of Cayman’s usual brunch spots serving up mouth-watering dishes and of course, bottomless bubbles! Morritt’s offers a fantastic spread from 11am – 3:30pm, so you can take it easy and enjoy a lazy afternoon away from the hectic Seven Mile area.

 

Easter Church Services

close up of an easter verse in a bible

The message of Easter speaks of hope, love and renewal, and holds deep meaning with both religious and non-religious celebrators alike. Observing churches put on festive services, and it is a common sight on Easter morning to see families dressed in their Sunday finest as they attend the celebrations. In fact, many will head to church for the service, and return to their campsite afterwards!

 

Easter Egg Hunts

colourful easter eggs in the grass

What’s Easter without a good egg hunt? There are plenty of fun, family-friendly spring fairs and Easter egg hunts for the kids to enjoy during this time of year. If you want to experience Easter festivities at one of the most historic sites in Cayman, look no further than the annual Spring Fair at Pedro St James. There are games, egg hunts, live entertainment, food
and of course a special visit from the Easter Bunny!

Here at Morritt’s we also have a special egg hunt and treats for the kids, and the Easter Bunny tells us that we are his favourite stop on the island!

 

Fish Fries

island style fried fish

The humble fish fry is a delicious tradition that can be enjoyed in Cayman any time of the year. But in the run-up to Easter it becomes a popular staple for those partaking in meatless Fridays during the season of Lent.   

You can easily find fish fry huts dotted on beaches all over the island. In fact, just 8 minutes down the coast from Morritt’s will take you to Captain Herman’s Fish Fry – a green-and-blue shack surrounded by coconut trees, and the sound of the surf close by. Known for serving up fresh local fish (he’s a real captain!) and local flavour, this is a great place to relax with an island vibe.  

 

Easter Bun and Cheese

easter bun and cheese

This is an Easter favourite that is beloved in Cayman and across much of the Caribbean! You can find bun and cheese as a grab-and-go snack in all gas stations and supermarkets in Cayman. However, Easter is when this treat truly shines. A few weeks before Easter, supermarket shelves are stacked with huge boxes of bun and enormous tins of cheese, much to the delight of locals, who will buy in bulk to enjoy over the Easter season.

The bun is similar to a very dense, bready fruit cake. It is sliced and served with a piece of tinned cheese
trust us, this combination works! Bun and cheese is a sweet and savoury food experience that was born in Jamaica. It is thought that its origins come from the British hot cross bun – which is also consumed at Easter. Hot cross buns made their way over to Jamaica during its colonisation, and in turn, Jamaica made the original English buns their own.

If you want to take your bun and cheese to the next level, we highly recommend toasting a slice of bun, buttering it, and adding your cheese. It is simply divine!

 

Cayman Kitefest

colourful kite flying over the ocean

The origins of kite flying go back to nearly 3,000 years ago in China, where the kite was first popularised. Today, kites are loved in almost every corner of the world. Many Caribbean islands hold flying competitions over the Easter season, and Cayman is no different. The Cayman Kitefest at Kaibo is celebrated annually on Easter Monday as a way to usher in the upcoming summer months. Locals and visitors alike gather on the beach to fly kites, listen to live music, and sip on festively themed cocktails (we’ve heard the “Kite Runner” should be your drink of choice here).

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Three ‘Must-Have’ Caymanian Dishes

Delicious foods to try on your next visit!

There are certain flavours that come with Caymanian cuisine and Morritt’s adds its own special flare at our on-site restaurants.

Here are a few dishes we offer on our menus, as well as a recipe to try at home so you can feel that Caymankind spirit when you’re away from our shores. And if you are just browsing our site and have never experienced these foods, well you are in for a treat!

Breadfruit
Similar in texture and flavour to a potato, breadfruit is a popular side dish in Caymanian cuisine. It can be prepared much in the same way as a potato, with roasting in the oven being one of the most popular. Here at Morritt’s we turn it into fries and serve it with a light sprinkling of salt.

Cayman-style Beef
Beef has a special place in Caymanian culinary history. Several decades ago, before Cayman became the thriving tourism and financial centre it is today, beef was hard to come by and therefore expensive. This meant that it was typically only enjoyed as a special treat at Christmas time (also known as ‘Christmas beef’).

Cayman-style beef is stewed low and slow to yield tender, juicy, melt-in-your-mouth shredded beef that is flavoured with onion, garlic and peppers (scotch bonnet, or seasoning peppers if you can’t take the heat!). Served up with a side of rice and beans, roasted breadfruit and fried plantain and you have yourself a perfect hearty meal!

Cassava Cake
Cassava is a starchy root that can be enjoyed in savoury applications, such as roasting, or in sweet dishes such as cassava cake. Like Cayman-style beef, many Caymanian families have their own recipe and secret tweaks for cassava cake – so much so, that it’s not unusual to see cassava cake competitions at local food festivals! Cassava cake is dense, sticky and deliciously sweet. Grating the cassava for this dish is labour intensive, but man is it worth it!

 

Cassava Cake Recipe

Ingredients

  • 4 lbs Cassava, grated
  • 2 lbs Dark brown sugar
  • 2 cans Coconut milk (plus additional 3-4 cups of water)
  • 2 tablespoons Vanilla essence
  • 1 tablespoon Salt
  • 1⁄2 teaspoon Nutmeg, grated
  • 1 teaspoon All Spice
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon

Directions

  1. Bring coconut milk to a boil. Add sugar, stirring until completely dissolved and continue to boil for about 45 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup of the coconut milk/sugar mixture for later.
  2. Combine remaining ingredients in a large mixing bowl, stir until well blended. Add hot coconut milk mixture and stir well. Mixture should be of a thick liquid texture.
  3. Use 2 tablespoons of coconut milk mixture to grease 9” baking pan. Pour batter into prepared baking pan and bake at 350ÂșF (basting occasionally with reserved coconut milk mixture) for 2 1/2 to 3 hours or until knife inserted in centre comes out clean. Spread any remaining coconut milk mixture over top of cake. Place cake on top of stove to cool completely.

Recipe courtesy of Cayman Islands Department of Tourism – check out their website for this and other traditional Caymanian recipes!

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Grand Cayman Hidden Gems

Whether you’re a long-time Cayman visitor or someone thinking about spending more time here, there are so many things to do beyond the great places to eat, swim, sunbathe and relax. Here, we’ve gathered a few of our favourites that you may or may not know.

Starfish Point

You’ll find this curious and isolated beach on the north side of Grand Cayman at the western extremity of Rum Point. The sea here is wonderfully clear and great for snorkeling, but the real attractions are the many red cushion sea stars that feed in the shallows. With ample parking, it’s an ideal place for a picnic and to watch the sunset but there’s little else there. Don’t expect bars or cafes. (If sea-life is your thing, you might also consider the more popular Stingray City, a series of shallow sandbars near George Town where you can swim with and pet stingrays.)

Bioluminescent Bay

See the swirling otherworldly colours as you move your hands through the water and imagine yourself in a science-fiction alternate reality. The magical bioluminescence at Rum Point is best seen when snorkeling at night as part of a boat or kayak tour that can also involve an astronomy element and an introduction to the starfish. We have several companies that depart from Kaibo, Starfish point or Rum point – and our local team can help you plan your bioluminescent adventure!

Cayman Farmer’s Market

The Hamlin Stephenson farmers’ market at the Cricket Square in George Town (Mon-Sat) is known for its fresh fruit and vegetables, arts and crafts, pastries, juices, sauces, preserves and other goods from Cayman’s farmers and craftspeople. Visit to discover freshly made lemonade, cassava cakes, coconut bread, scented candles, peppermint foot scrub, towels, hand-made jewellery, smoothies and houseplants among many other treats. Perfect for sourcing local ingredients or buying presents and souvenirs. See a list of vendors here.

The Mission House

Built in the 1700s, this historic structure is one of Cayman’s oldest buildings and once housed Presbyterian missionaries. You can take a tour to walk in the footsteps of early settlers, see a collection of interesting artifacts and learn how the building’s residents lived in the 1800s. The gift shop on-site offers the opportunity to buy souvenirs (all proceeds to the National Trust) and you should also look out for the traditional cooking and craft classes held here twice monthly. HOURS: Monday-Friday: 9am-5pm; Saturday: 11am-4pm. ADDRESS: Gun Square Road, Bodden Town. TEL: +1 345-945-3769

The 1981 Brewery and Tap Room

1981 may have been a year known for the emergence of electronic pop music, but that has nothing to do with the brewery named for the nautical co-ordinates of the Cayman Islands and famous for its craft beers: Cayman Blonde, Island Session and Tropical IPA. You can take a tour of the brewery and visit the tap room to sample some of the brews straight from the source. HOURS: Tuesday-Thursday: 3pm-7pm; Friday: 3pm-8pm; Saturday: 12pm-5pm; Sunday: Closed. ADDRESS: 273 Dorcy Drive, George Town, Grand Cayman. TEL: +1 345-945-0440

Cayman Cigar Company

Created to revive the art of handcrafting premium cigars, the company uses only the finest hand-selected boutique tobaccos sourced from passionate growers using organic, sustainable farming practices. Master Roller Barbara Garcia oversees the creation of premium smokes. Unusually, this is a non-profit organisation, with 100% of net profits going back into the island through charitable donations. To book a private cigar rolling event, schedule a tour of Beacon Farms or ask questions about how to roll or store fine cigars, contact the company directly: info@caymancigars.com. TEL: +1 345-946-2447

The Mastic Trail

Fancy a walk? The Mastic Trail is a 7.4km (4.6-mile) round-trip trail near Bodden Town and should take 2-3 hours. Expect to see beautiful wildflowers, small lizards, butterflies, crabs, snakes (non-venomous), parrots and woodpeckers, as well as a variety of trees, including a fine mastic tree after which the track is named. The route may not be suitable for the elderly or very young, and you’ll need solid shoes to negotiate the odd root or craggy volcanic rock. Guided tours are scheduled Tuesday and Thursday mornings by reservation via the National Trust website.

Pure Art Gallery

A centre of local art and island-style gifts for almost thirty years, this Cayman cottage just south of George Town offers Caymanian paintings, prints, jewellery, handmade crafts, gifts and more. Great for presents or just to treat yourself because, well, you deserve it! You’ll also find housewares and tempting treats such as pepper jelly, jams, hot sauces, spices, Cayman sea salt, Tortuga rum cake and Cayman coffee. HOURS: Monday and Tuesday 9am-4pm; Wednesday: closed; Thursday, Friday and Saturday 9am-5pm; Sunday: closed. ADDRESS: South Church Street, South Sound, Grand Cayman. TEL: 345-949-9133

Pony Park

What do kids love more than ingesting vast quantities of sugar? Petting cute animals! In the Pony Park, children can meet Lulu the donkey, Pebbles the miniature horse, bunny rabbits and goats – all of which love to be petted. You can also book the park for birthday parties. Entry fee: $5 per child (including pony ride). HOURS: Saturday mornings 9:00am to 10:30am. ADDRESS: Halfway Pond, just off the Linford Pierson Highway. TEL: 345-516-1751

 

Was there anything there that that you’ve not experienced? If so, let us know your recommendations to get the best of Cayman. We’re always looking for insider tips!

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