Like other Caribbean islands, they have their own local dishes. Barbados is no different. The national dish of Barbados is called cou-cou and flying fish. Some of the local dishes in Barbados are:

Flying Fish: This is a fish that most Barbadians eat on a daily basis. Tourists are instantly hooked on this delicacy due to its unique taste. You can fry flying fish, steam it, and even bake it. One of the most popular night spots on the island to experience this local cuisine is Oistins, especially on Friday and Saturday nights.

Rum Cake / Big Cake – This cake, also known as black cake, contains alcohol in particular, our own local rum (Mount Gay Rum). Since Barbadians are such liquor lovers, it’s no surprise that they love this cake. You can eat this cake throughout the year, but it is traditionally eaten on Valentine’s Day and around the Christmas holidays.

Pudding and souse: This is a unique dish that you must try. It is traditionally used on Saturdays and you will find that locals also sell this dish along with supermarkets. The pudding is made from the intestines of the pig and is seasoned with many things to give it a unique flavor. Souse is boiled pig’s head or feet served cold with onions, peppers, etc. You may say it sounds disgusting, but trust us when we say it tastes great.

Sea Egg – This is a delicacy from the waters around Barbados. Normally you would find the people of the country consuming this rare delicacy. They are harvested in season so when you are in Barbados you can check or ask a local fisherman if it is in season. There is a fish market literally down the road from the Bridgetown Harbor (5 minute walk) where you can ask the locals about sea eggs.