Jamaican culinary stories were at the forefront of the Foodie Seminar 2026 as culinary-minded youngsters and industry professionals gathered at Terra Nova All Suite Hotel yesterday where panellists aimed to elevate the narrative around food while honouring local culture.

Held under the theme ‘Unbreakable Spirit’, the seminar was an expert-led conversation on all things food, from safety and sustainability to confectionery creations, the future of Jamaica’s culinary scene and stories on resilience within the industry.

The event precedes the 27th staging of the Jamaica Observer Table Talk Food Awards, the island’s premier culinary arts showcase. It featured panellists Allison Richards, Joseph Johnson, Nadine Burie, Romario Creary, Adrian Wilson, Dr Altreisha Foster, Suedi Ann Hamilton, Kishauna Armstrong, and Robyn Fox.