Anguilla Culinary Experience 2025: Feast in paradise.

Anguilla culinary experience 2025: A gourmet paradise in the Caribbean

The Anguilla Culinary Experience (ACE), the island’s premier epicurean festival, is back for its fourth year from April 30th to May 4th, 2025, promising an unforgettable celebration of food, wine, and Caribbean hospitality.

This year’s lineup features an impressive roster of celebrity chefs, sommeliers, and mixologists, including Anguilla-born Chef Kerth Gumbs, Chicago-based Chefs Douglas Psaltis and Hsing Chen, Saint-Martin’s Chef Sébastien Barrière, and Napa Valley wine expert Leigh Ann Reed.

With seaside parties, intimate dinners, hands-on cooking demos, beach barbecues, and lively competitions, ACE 2025 is a must-attend event for food lovers. Beyond indulging in world-class cuisine, the festival supports culinary and hospitality training programmes, empowering Anguilla’s next generation of chefs.

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ACE 2025 highlights and event schedule

Opening night: “Taste the Magic of Malliouhana” (April 30th)

Kicking off the festival in style, Malliouhana, Auberge Resorts Collection, hosts the opening night party featuring Chef Kerth Gumbs (BBC’s Great British Menu winner and MasterChef Junior judge). The resort’s Culinary Dream Team will showcase Anguilla’s finest flavours, blending modern techniques with classic island favourites. Guests booking Malliouhana’s ACE 2025 accommodations package receive two complimentary tickets to this exclusive event.

“Anguilla is the culinary capital of the Caribbean, and Malliouhana’s Dream Team is creating a taste revolution,” says Chef Kerth Gumbs. “We can’t wait to kick off ACE 2025 with an unforgettable night of bold flavours and modern flair.”

“Flavors of Altamer” and “Bacchus Feast” (May 1st)

On Thursday, May 1st, Chef Sébastien Barrière (winner of Best Table de Saint-Martin 2024) teams up with Chef Gerard MacDonna of Sharky’s Anguilla for an immersive “Flavors of Altamer” dinner. The evening begins with rooftop cocktails at Antilles Pearl Villa, followed by an oceanfront feast at Blue Diamond Villa, highlighting Anguilla’s indigenous ingredients.

That same night, Savi Beach Club presents “Bacchus Feast: A Roman Celebration”, a grand Italian-inspired soirée featuring homemade pasta, regional specialties, live music, and an after-party with DJ-spun beats.

Michelin-starred Mediterranean meets Caribbean (May 2nd & 3rd)

Chefs Doug Psaltis and Hsing Chen (of Michelin-recognised Andros Taverna and Asador Bastian, ranked among the New York Times’ 25 Best Restaurants 2024) will collaborate with Veya Restaurant’s Chef Carrie Bogar for a six-hands tasting dinner at Villa Alegria. Paired with exquisite wines from Grands Vins de France Anguilla, this event is a fusion of Mediterranean and Caribbean flavours.

Napa Valley Wines and French-Caribbean cuisine (May 2nd)

At Jacala Beach Restaurant, Chef Alain Laurent and Leigh Ann Reed (Boisset Collection) present “Napa Valley Wines and French Fare with Caribbean Flair”, featuring premium selections from Raymond Vineyards, DeLoach Vineyards, and Elizabeth Spencer Winery.

Beach BBQ and culinary battles (May 3rd)

The NCBA & Cape Air “Beach BBQ + Basket & Bartending Battles” returns to Anguilla Great House & Beach Resort, where local chefs compete in mystery basket challenges. Winners receive cash prizes, mentorship from Malliouhana’s culinary team, and bragging rights as Anguilla’s top chef and mixologist.

Closing “Sunday Funday” beach party (May 4th)

Malliouhana caps off ACE 2025 with a laid-back beach party at Leon’s at Meads Bay, featuring live music, cocktails, and island vibes.

Why Anguilla is the Caribbean’s leading culinary destination

Anguilla’s 33 pristine beaches, 100+ restaurants, and farm-to-table ethos make it a top foodie destination. The island’s cuisine blends fresh seafood, locally grown produce, and bold Caribbean spices, creating a unique gastronomic identity.

“ACE 2025 showcases Anguilla’s rich epicurean heritage while supporting the next generation of culinary talent,” says Stacey Liburd, Director of Tourism, Anguilla Tourist Board.