BOOKS & CALENDARS

Miller Publishing produces over 30 titles, covering Barbadian history & heritage, plants and gardens, the underwater world, cooking and biographies and writings of fascinating and inspiring Barbadians. There is a great selection of local books at the Barbados Museum, as well as Ganzee, Best of Barbados, Cloister Bookstore, Haymans Market and Bridgetown Duty Free. Or buy direct from Barbados Books.

BAJAN COOKING IN A NUTSHELL By Sally Miller

The taste of Barbados can easily be enjoyed at home with these 40 recipes of traditional Bajan favourites. Lightweight and glossy, it makes the perfect souvenir, corporate or personal gift for locals and visitors alike.

CARIBBEAN COOKBOOK – A Lifetime of Recipes By Rita G. Springer

A culinary icon of the Caribbean, Rita’s cookbook offers a comprehensive repertoire of West Indian recipes. She uses a wide variety of fresh local ingredients to make tasty, wholesome food for everyday living and entertaining, Caribbean style.

BARBADOS RUM

Pick up a bottle of Barbados Rum to take pride of place for special occasions back home. Many brands are sold in plastic bottles that pack well. Remember not to pack liquids in your hand luggage. Read more about Barbados Rum Here.

BAJAN PEPPER SAUCE

Red and yellow locally made Scotch Bonnet pepper sauce keeps well and is an excellent kitchen staple. Available from supermarkets, farmers markets and souvenir shops island wide.

LEATHER GOODS

Top-quality bags and sandals are created by talented craftspeople. Look for them island wide including farmers markets, Cheapside Market, hotel craft markets and selected boutiques. If you have time, you can get something special made-to-order.

CHOCOLATE & SWEET TREATS

The Green Monkey Chocolatier packages a mouthwatering selection of locally crafted chocolates for the most elegant gift giving. Located at Limegrove, Quayside and GAI Airport. Locally made coconut cakes, peanut brittle and guava cheese also make great gifts. Find them in supermarkets, Haymans Market, Paradise Nature Park and souvenir shops.

WEST INDIAN SEA ISLAND COTTON

One of the best quality fabrics in the world is made from our local cotton. Find it at Exclusive Cotton of the Caribbean’s headquarters at The Grove, St. George.

JEWELLERY

There is a vibrant small business jewellery sector, with unique creations made with clay, semi-precious jewels and found objects like flowers, sea glass and shells.

ART & CRAFTS

Local Barbadian and Caribbean art displayed in your home creates a lifelong connection to your time in Barbados. And unique craft items blend art with everyday functionality. See our Arts & Crafts section for local artists and craftspeople.

POTTERY

At Earthworks Pottery, master potters produce fantastic designs including 150 unique shapes and sizes and 40 eye-catching original patterns in quality ware that’s durable, food- and dishwasher-safe. Hamilton’s Pottery uses the indigenous red clay from Barbados’ Scotland District to make functional ceramic products including the traditional Monkey Pot, tableware, vases and candle shades. And the last remaining potter in Chalky Mount in St. Andrew sells traditional designs and lovely plant pots.

CANDLES, SOAPS & SKINCARE

There are several local brands creating exquisite candles, soaps and cosmetics using natural local ingredients like coconut, grapefruit and hibiscus. Check out Handmade by Kae and Native Caribbean.

GLASS

Tropical Art Glass Barbados produces beautiful plates, bowls and decorative items, while Jamal Ifill, the crystal jeweller and lamp artist behind Crystal Forms, creates stunning blown glass creations. Their work is available in Best of Barbados and Ganzee but you can also visit their workshops at Pelican.