Antigua's gastronomic speciality is lobster, with red snapper and occasionally other fish running a close second when available. Larger hotels offer a wide selection of imported meats, vegetables, fruits and cheeses. Local specialities include barbecued free-range chicken, roast suckling pig, pilaffs, curries, mushrooms and saltfish. Imported wines and spirits are available as well as imported sodas and local fruit drinks. There is a wide choice of restaurants and bars around main tourist areas.
Some hotels have their own discotheques.
English bone china and crystal and French perfumes, watches and table linens are all available at very attractive prices. Heritage Quay Complex is a shopping and entertainment complex with 40 duty-free shops, a theatre, restaurants and a casino and supper club. It forms part of the newest development in central St John's. Some shops close at noon on Thursday. Feb 13-14 Antigua Grand Prix Regatta , Jolly Harbour.