Ducana is made from grated sweet potato and coconut, mixed with pumpkin, sugar and spices and boiled in a banana leaf. Locally made Sunshine ice cream, American style, is available in most supermarkets. The local Cavalier rum is a light golden colour, usually used for mixes. There are no licensing restrictions. Tap water is safe all over the island.
Most luxury hotels provide rainwater.
Restaurants tend to move, close down or change names frequently. Hemingway s , T4622763. Home , Gambles Terrace, T4617651, 20-min walk from tourist area but worth it. Julian s on Church and Corn Alley, T4624766, closed Mon. Nevis St. Good for pub grub, darts and pool, packed on Wed when Laurie Stevens sings.