The picturesque island of Carriacou recently celebrated the 10th Anniversary of its renowned Carriacou Corn Festival on October 26, marking a significant milestone in its cultural and economic recovery following the devastation of Hurricane Beryl in 2024. After an unprecedented cancellation, the festival’s return symbolized a triumphant renewal of community spirit and cultural pride. Since its inception in 2015, the event has highlighted the versatility of corn, one of the Caribbean’s most vital crops, transforming it into a culinary and cultural celebration. Attendees indulged in a variety of traditional and innovative corn-based delicacies, including corn wine, cornmeal ice cream, savory corn puddings, and corn dumplings, showcasing the crop’s enduring culinary significance. Dexter Leggard, the festival’s coordinator, emphasized the event’s commitment to innovation, stating, ‘We strive to introduce something new each year, and this year is no exception.’ Beyond its culinary offerings, the festival was a vibrant showcase of Carriacou’s rich cultural heritage. String band music filled the air, while the children’s corn float delighted audiences, engaging the younger generation in this cherished tradition. Exhibits featuring hand-held mills and other agricultural artifacts paid homage to the island’s farming roots. Stacey Liburd, CEO of the Grenada Tourism Authority (GTA), praised the festival as a ‘beacon of cultural resilience and innovation,’ highlighting its role in reestablishing Carriacou’s cultural prominence post-Hurricane Beryl. Minister for Tourism Adrian Thomas also commended the organizers and community for their dedication to preserving traditions and enhancing cultural tourism. The 2025 Carriacou Corn Festival not only celebrated the boundless potential of corn but also marked a renewed chapter in the island’s cultural calendar, supported by the GTA’s commitment to promoting Carriacou and Petite Martinique as premier cultural destinations.