But authentic jerk food spots in Jamaica will jerk the meat in a large “jerk pit” much like the Maroons did. To make this traditional Jamaican food, you’ll need the classic ingredients ...

Cudjoe Day is celebrated in Jamaica on the first Monday in January. The two main maroon groups at that period were Leeward maroons led by Captain Cudjoe and Windward Maroons led Queen Nanny.

Jerk originated in the cool hills of Portland by the Maroons, Jamaica's runaway slaves. Authentic jerk food has unique spicing, but also a unique cooking method. It is still debatable that jerk ...