TheFloridaKeys 3 reasons why Caribbean Americans love it

Almost as many Caribbean people are living outside of the Caribbean as within it. Some leave for job opportunities, and others for better healthcare or to reunite with family. Still, almost all Caribbean people love aspects of their home countries – the climate, the beaches, the food. So, it’s no surprise that the Florida Keys is one of the busiest destinations for Caribbean people looking to get away

Many Caribbean natives joke that Florida is an honorary member of the Caribbean, as the state is the most populated with Caribbean immigrants. The Florida Keys represents in a few ways the perfect intersection of first-world luxuries with tropical familiarities

Most Caribbean people are not built for cold weather. Caribbean people are from a region that exists in perpetual summer and there are two seasons – wet and dry. The Florida Keys is an island paradise in the United States. The weather is always warm with not a snow cloud in sight, making it the perfect getaway during winter months if the Caribbean is out of reach. This perfect climate also means year-round cruises, lounging, and of course beaches

The beaches in the Florida Keys give their Caribbean counterparts a run for their money. The Keys boast soft white sand bordering crystal clear, sapphire water that’s always the perfect temperature There are no seasonal beaches; the water is always fine. Its Instagram-ready hotspots will have everyone guessing whether you ’re in the Caribbean or not

As mentioned before, the Florida Keys is at a unique intersection of Caribbean and American cultures. The already robust Caribbean community present means you’ll have your pick at Caribbean events, restaurants that fuse Caribbean and American cuisines, and if you time it right, concerts and music festivals celebrating everything from reggae to reggaeton

Take a look at these Caribbean restaurants to visit in Atlanta

Caribbean immigrants can be found just about everywhere Whether first or secondgeneration, the people of the Caribbean have dispersed around the globe bringing bits of their culture with them One particular, but less talked about, a hotbed of Caribbean culture is the city of Atlanta Some of the best music, art, and of course food can be found throughout A-Town

Picking the best three Caribbean restaurants or even three must-try hole-inthe-walls in Atlanta is difficult It’s hard to narrow it down to just three! Regardless, these three restaurants are recognized within their communities for their rich histories and most importantly, delicious food

Chef Rob’s Caribbean Café

Chef Rob Gayle’s authentic Caribbean cafe lies in the heart of Sandy Springs, Georgia It’s a family operation He co-owns the restaurant with his wife and employs both his mother and his son Chef Rob’s Caribbean Cafe is an institution in the area, going strong for 16 years and counting Rob Gayle takes his CIA (Culinary Institute of America) training and uses it to elevate the classic Jamaican cuisine he grew up eating

Menu options range from traditional to fusion, with everything from classic braised oxtail and curried goat with roti, to jerk chicken egg rolls and Jamaican quesadillas

More than a restaurant, Chef Rob’s Caribbean Cafe includes a food truck determined to bring its unique menu to people on the other side of the city There’s also an upscale lounge that caters to an adult clientele and regularly hosts karaoke and comedy nights

Havana Sandwich Shop

On February 9, 1976, the Benedit family opened the original Cuban eatery in Atlanta

Havana Sandwich Shop continues on B4 – ATL Restaurants