Grenada is home to fascinating petroglyphs—ancient rock carvings that offer a unique window into the island’s pre-Columbian history and indigenous heritage.

Learn about the influence and impact of the French in Grenada. Grenada was under French rule for 118 years.

Dancing of the flag is one of the traditions endemic and unique to Carriacou.

The dancing of the cake is a tradition done in preparation for weddings in Carriacou and Petit Martinique. It is one of the activities...

In the modern era, the cooking of food is done either on gas stoves or electric stoves. Most homes in Grenada have a gas stove - four or six burner stove. There are a few homes with electric stoves, often homes of expats or returning Grenadians or foreign workers used to this type of stove living in the USA, UK and Canada. The gas stove replaced traditional ways of cooking food. Our grandparents and foreparents used the coalpot and fireside to cook food. Today, the coaplot a

There are a variety of folk spirits that exist in Grenadian culture and society. Knowledge of those are passed on down by elders.

The month of December is the Christmas season and there are traditions associated with this time of year. These traditions have been with...

Quadrille music and dance is an infusion of European and African heritage still practiced in Carriacou.

In this post, we look at herbal remedies that are used traditionally in Grenada to heal common ailments.

Traditional herbal medicinal remedies found in Grenada comes from a fusion of indigenous and West African heritage. Deeply rooted within...

Tonka Bean is not well known as a spice compared to our black gold, nutmeg and the red petticoat "mace". However, Tonka Bean can be found...

Corn is a vegetable that is grown across Grenada. There is what is referred to as "corn season" where corn blooms and can be found in abundance. Nevertheless, corn can be grown throughout the year. Corn was a major food staple for the enslaved people of Carriacou and Petit Martinique. Roast Corn Roast corn can be found being sold by the roadside. There are roast corn vendors that can be found across Grenada. Popular areas are close to road junctions where there is sufficient

Oral traditions including storytelling is part of Grenada's heritage especially its intangible heritage. There are several folk tales...

Have you ever seen a piece of bamboo? Bamboo can be found in the hillsides in Grenada, and it is used for various purposes including traditions. What is bamboo? Bamboo is a tall grass like plant that grows well in tropical areas. Bamboo can be found in the hillsides and forested areas of Grenada. Bamboo can be seen vividly when passing along the Grand Etang road from St. Andrew's to St. George's. Bamboo was brought from Southeast Asia to the French Caribbean islands to be use

The tri-island state of Grenada, Carriacou, and Petite Martinique  is home to a rich tapestry of traditions passed down through...

Grenada is known not only for its vibrant cuisine, festivals, and music but also for its traditional dances that carry deep cultural meaning. Among these, Maypole dancing stands out as one of the most visually stunning yet endangered traditions.