Festival is a popular Jamaican side dish made from a dough of flour, cornmeal, sugar, salt, and water or milk, shaped into oblong logs and deep-fried until golden and crispy outside, soft and slightly sweet inside. Originating in street food stalls and jerk shacks, especially around Kingston and Montego Bay, Festival is traditionally served alongside jerk chicken, jerk pork, or fried fish. Its sweet flavor and satisfying crunch offer a perfect contrast to spicy, smoky meats.

Common variations include recipes with added coconut milk or nutmeg for richer flavor.

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