Antiguan Recipes

Antiguan cuisine is defined by the island's seafood-rich waters and African-Caribbean heritage. Fungie (cornmeal and okra) with saltfish is the national dish, while pepperpot (a thick stew with dasheen leaves), ducana (sweet potato dumpling), and chop-up (mixed vegetables) are everyday staples. Black pineapple, one of the world's sweetest varieties, is a local treasure. Antigua's annual food festival and weekend barbecue culture highlight the communal nature of island cooking.