The Caribbean island of Jamaica is known for its long list of traditions and colourful culture. Yes, even white weddings are colourful here. Most wedding ceremonies take place on the beach. So, you can have a matter of meters between the hem of your wedding dress and the Caribbean Sea when you say your vows.
Jamaica’s castaway backdrop, paired with its easy-going vibe, mean that Jamaican weddings let you break free of the usual wedding traditions.
Are you planning a Jamaican wedding? Here are some aspects of Jamaican Weddings that will be helpful for you:
1. Venue: Every bride and groom wants the perfect scene for the wedding, so they need time to envision the perfect venue for the ceremony, and the reception. In a traditional Jamaican ceremony, people from the community, along with the groomsmen and bridesmaids are to help the bride and groom with whatever is needed of them. A common Jamaican wedding ceremony is held on a local (or can be private) beach, but they may also want to hold it in a church. The reception, can range anywhere of their choice, starting from an elegant party room, and ending to an outdoor cabana.
2. Religion: Jamaica is a mainly Christian nation, and you’ll find that the vast majority of locals are deeply religious and attend church on Sunday with the whole family. A Jamaican Wedding is therefore a traditional Christian wedding which can be a white wedding or more colourful one based on bride/groom’s preferences.
3. Food: The cuisine of Jamaica is now well known throughout the world, and there’s a good reason why. It’s absolutely delicious! Jamaican cuisine focuses on huge flavors, with plenty of Caribbean spices that really pack a punch. Think along the lines of akee and salt fish filos for appetisers and Jamaican steak for entrees. A Jamaican wedding will include a buffet of Jamaican delicacies from some of the popular dishes such as jerk chicken to more authentic local goat’s head soup and cow foot stew.
4. Cake: One of the most important factors of a Jamaican wedding, is the cake. The cake is meant to be prepared and decorated in a specific way. The type of cake, is called “Jamaican black rum cake”. The fruits that go into the cake, are raisins, currants, prunes, and assorted fruit peels, and they must be soaked in a dark rum for three to four weeks, and it must be stirred gradually, daily. To give the cake its dark colour, the brown sugar that is added along within the recipe is meant to be burnt.
5. Reception: Celebrations run through Jamaica’s veins. Jamaican weddings are all about eating and of course, drinking. Toast, re-toast, and nightcap your way through your post-nuptial party with the local rum.
Weddings are a celebration of love and commitment, and can also be a celebration of the couple’s religion and culture.
Keshia
Truly Lush Events
www.trulylush.co.uk
