American Culture Report

Introduction I had the pleasure of going to a Jamaican restaurant for a celebration. As I walked in, I was greeted with warm smiles and the pleasant aroma of Jamaican food. Everyone appeared to be happy, as this was a celebration. One of my closest friends is Jamaican, and being around her and her family, really inspired me to learn more about their culture. As I scanned the restaurant, I noticed that the décor had a very tropical theme. I took it upon myself to pay another visit to Irie Palace, for a plate of food and to have a discussion with the owner. In this paper, I will discuss my encounter with the owner of Irie palace and explore the Jamaican culture.
Meet the Owner of Irie Palace The owner of Irie Palace, better known as “Cat” had a vision to open up one of the longest standing Jamaican Restaurants in Milwaukee. When I asked him about the decorations, he stated that he wanted to give the venue a tropical vibe so that when Jamaican patrons come in, they feel like they are at home. Before, I came to the restaurant for the second time to speak with Cat, I did a little research. I noticed that Irie palace was featured on dirty dining a couple years back. When I asked Cat about the incident, he …show more content…
The food is also influenced by the crops introduced into the island from tropical Southeast Asia. Jamaica is known for it’s flavorful food. Some of the most popular dishes are Jerk chicken , Ackee and saltfish ,Oxtail and rice and peas, Curry goat and rice and peas, Jamaican patty, and brown stew chicken.
Irie
The word Irie means, “Everything is going to be alright”. This is a motto that Jamaicans live by even when they might not have all the things they need or want, but "we appreciate everything. Although some of the Caribbean slaves were free, they went through some of the most difficult times in the life.
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