My wife is a vegan. Any recommendations on the most vegan-friendly Caribbean island?

Question

My wife is a vegan. Any recommendations on the most vegan-friendly Caribbean island?

Answer 1

Vegetarianisms is common  in the Caribbean. The five years I lived in ST Thomas  I knew of more vegetarian products there than I have ever seen here in the states. Mostly because of the Rastafarian religion that is prevalent throughout a lot of Caribbean islands. That diet is pretty restrictive but it is not quiet vegan...in fact they tend to eat a great of honey over sugar. But I think because of the population there there are more choices in restaurant and grocery store.s But all the same. ....I believe resorts in general will accommodate your needs.

I have one other recommendation...do not go anywhere ...where language may be a barrier. When you need to  provide detail description of your dietary needs, make sure you can be  understood by everyone handling your food  bus boys, maids, etc. I am reasonable proficient in Spanish but some Caribbean Spanish dialects can be a bit of a challenge.

Answer 2

For vegetarians, dining out presents many challenges; finding vegan choices can be even more frustrating. You will fine many vegan restaurants through out the Caribbean but It's hard to pick one island. I believe Jamaica is popular island for vegetarians.

I think you would have better luck with cruises. Here is a link I found that may be helpful to your wife.

http://ezinearticles.com/?Vegetarian-Din...

Good Luck)

Answer 3

For the Vegan Vegetarian, you can visit Antigua, there are two hotels that cater specially to customers with those needs Carlisle Bay Resort and Sun Sails Resort. There are also a variety of vegetarian Restaurants such as Kalabashe, Mama Lolly's, One Stone Ital Shop just to name a few. There are also some Vegetarian/ Health Food stores that provide a wide variety of Vegan groceries for health conscious and vegetarians alike such as Veggie World, Discount Food Center and Island Natural Health Food Store- and Restaurant.

I know the challenges of being a Vegetarian much less to be a Vegan but in Antigua there is a little bit of Paradise for every one even where cuisine is concerned.

Answer 4

Jamaica