Special Events

1. Caribbean Street Food Festivals

2. “Taste the Islands” Dinner Series 

3. Caribbean Cooking Classes / Workshops

4. Pop-Up Beach Parties / Summer Nights 

5. Sauce & Spice Tasting Events

6. Caribbean Holiday / Cultural Events 

7. Caribbean Brunch or Sunday Funday 

8. Private Catering Experiences

9. Caribbean Dessert & Ice Cream Festival 

10. Sauce & BBQ Competitions

11. Caribbean Music & Food Nights 

12. Fundraisers & Charity Events 

January – New Year, New Flavors

• Event: Caribbean “Kickoff” Tasting Festival
  
  

• Theme: Start the year with vibrant flavors and sauces.
  
  

• Highlights: Sample your top 5 sauces, new menu sneak peeks, tropical mocktails.
  
  

• Marketing Hook: “Start 2026 with a Taste of the Islands!”
  
  

• Goal: Showcase sauces and menu highlights; gather customer feedback.
  
  

February – Love & Islands

• Event: Caribbean Couples Dinner / Valentine’s Special
  
  

• Theme: Romantic Caribbean-inspired multi-course dinner.
  
  

• Highlights: Tropical cocktails, live steel drums, themed desserts.
  
  

• Marketing Hook: “Fall in Love with JC’s Caribbean Flavors”
  
  

• Goal: Premium ticketed event; showcase dessert and drink offerings.
  
  

March – Carnival Vibes

• Event: Caribbean Carnival Celebration
  
  

• Theme: Pre-Carnival street party with costumes, music, and dancing.
  
  

• Highlights: Mini jerk chicken sliders, tropical drinks, costume contest.
  
  

• Marketing Hook: “Bring the Carnival to You!”
  
  

• Goal: Brand visibility; social media content; fun, shareable moments.
  
  

April – Spring & Fresh Flavors

• Event: Caribbean Cooking Workshop Series
  
  

• Theme: Teach spring-inspired Caribbean dishes (ceviche, salads, wraps).
  
  

• Highlights: Hands-on stations, recipe cards, tasting.
  
  

• Marketing Hook: “Learn, Cook, and Taste the Tropics”
  
  

• Goal: Education + revenue from ticketed classes; upsell sauces.
  
  

May – Mother’s Day Celebration

• Event: Caribbean Brunch / Family Day
  
  

• Theme: Family-friendly tropical brunch with Caribbean twist.
  
  

• Highlights: Mimosa bar, tropical ice creams, kids’ popsicles.
  
  

• Marketing Hook: “Treat Mom to a Caribbean Escape!”
  
  

• Goal: Brunch ticket sales; attract families and groups.
  
  

June – Summer Kickoff

• Event: Caribbean Street Food Festival
  
  

• Theme: Outdoor food event to kick off summer.
  
  

• Highlights: Food trucks, live music, sauce tasting station.
  
  

• Marketing Hook: “Summer Starts in the Islands!”
  
  

• Goal: Build local brand recognition; attract large crowds.
  
  

July – Independence & Island Pride

• Event: Caribbean Independence Day Celebration
  
  

• Theme: Celebrate Caribbean heritage with authentic dishes.
  
  

• Highlights: Flag-themed dishes, live bands, dance lessons.
  
  

• Marketing Hook: “Celebrate Freedom with Caribbean Flavor!”
  
  

• Goal: Cultural tie-in; social media buzz; premium menu items.
  
  

August – Hot & Spicy Month

• Event: Caribbean Sauce & BBQ Competition
  
  

• Theme: Highlight JC’s jerk rubs, spicy sauces, and BBQ skills.
  
  

• Highlights: Guests sample dishes, vote for favorites, awards given.
  
  

• Marketing Hook: “Turn Up the Heat with JC’s Caribbean BBQ!”
  
  

• Goal: Showcase sauces; interactive experience; media coverage.
  
  

September – Back to School / Flavor Boost

• Event: Caribbean Weeknight Dinner Specials
  
  

• Theme: Quick and easy Caribbean meals for busy families.
  
  

• Highlights: Pre-made meal kits, take-home sauces, weekday specials.
  
  

• Marketing Hook: “Bring the Islands to Your Dinner Table”
  
  

• Goal: Increase mid-week sales; introduce meal kits and sauces.
  
  

October – Fall Flavors / Halloween

• Event: Caribbean Halloween Bash
  
  

• Theme: Spooky tropical party with themed dishes and drinks.
  
  

• Highlights: Pumpkin rum cocktails, tropical candies, costume contest.
  
  

• Marketing Hook: “Frightfully Fun Caribbean Flavors!”
  
  

• Goal: Fun community engagement; social media content; kids’ activities.
  
  

November – Thanksgiving / Caribbean Harvest

• Event: Caribbean Harvest Dinner
  
  

• Theme: Thanksgiving with tropical twists.
  
  

• Highlights: Island-style sides (coconut rice, plantains, jerk turkey options).
  
  

• Marketing Hook: “Give Thanks the Caribbean Way!”
  
  

• Goal: Showcase seasonal menu items; cater small private events.
  
  

December – Holiday & Year-End Celebration

• Event: Caribbean Holiday Party / Gift Pop-Up
  
  

• Theme: End-of-year celebration with festive Caribbean dishes.
  
  

• Highlights: Holiday specials, bottle sauces as gifts, tropical cocktails.
  
  

• Marketing Hook: “Bring the Islands to Your Holidays!”
  
  

• Goal: Boost holiday sales; sell gift sauces; brand visibility.