Taste the Island Flavors at the Anguilla Culinary Experience in May
Celebrate the most vibrant culinary scene in the Caribbean in this flavorful 5-day event.
Date: May 13 – 17, 2026
It’s no wonder that Anguilla is a premier culinary destination in the Caribbean. The range from casual roadside vendors to high-end dining delicacies will delight the palette of every traveler. If Anguilla is a part of your travel plans this May, don’t miss out on the Anguilla Culinary Experience (ACE) for the chance to taste all the island’s local flavors.
Rum Tasting & Roman Cuisine
Dates:
Thursday, May 14 @ 7:30pm – 8:00pm
Friday, May 15 @ 4:30pm – 5:00pm
Saturday, May 16 @ 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Join us at the Rhum Room for a premium “rum sniffer” experience. Housing the island’s largest collection of small-batch and limited-edition rums, our expert Rummelier will guide you through curated tastings of ultra-premium rums. With a glass in hand, lounge with good company in this intimate space where island charm and sophistication meet.
On Saturday only, your night of rum tasting will be followed by a Rome-inspired dinner at Stone. This multi-course meal infuses the Roman roots of Zemi’s executive chef and brings the best of Anguilla’s warm hospitality to the table.
There’s limited seating available, so buy your tickets early!
Cheers on the Water
Date: Friday, May 15
Hours: 3:45pm – 6:00pm
Have a glass of champagne on the sparkling Caribbean waters while watching the sunset with Calypso Charters. Their Sunset Champagne Catamaran Sail will take you across the island’s beautiful coastline as you make a toast to this special moment.
BBQ at Rendezvous Bay Beach
Date: Sat, May 16
Hours: 12:00pm – 5:30pm
Let the smoky BBQ grills invigorate your senses at the Rendezvous Bay Beach BBQ. Come for a time of fun with the locals, where vendors will be cooking something hot on the grills and serving cold drinks. The festival will feature exciting bartending and cooking competitions, and trivia for everyone to join in.
The BBQ has free entry, so stop by and hang out at the bay!
Learn more about ACE by visiting their website.
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