History and Heritage of Martinique

Anyone who spends a few days in Martinique will notice the omnipresence of coconut trees on the island. It is then naturally that the fruit of this palm tree became an essential element of the Martinique culture that we find in numerous recipes of which that of the Coconut Punch that we make you discover here.

Kassava, the zouk group derived its name, is a cassava flour pancake.Reserve your rental car in Martinique and find everywhere on the island, the Caribbean traditions that are largely responsible for Kassav.

Originally from Central and South America, the cheesemaker is present throughout the West Indies. It can also be found in Asia (Indonesia, Cambodia) but also in Madagascar.

Bois lélé (bwa lélé in Creole) is a small piece of wood with a particular shape that is used to stir drinks in Martinique. It exists throughout the Caribbean but its use as a stirrer is typical of the island. Its common name comes from the Creole “lélé”, meaning to mix, to stir. Its scientific name for its part, is Quararibea turbinata.

Among the elements of the culture and heritage of Martinique, there is one that we do not necessarily think of when we talk about the island. These are medicinal plants. The region abounds in its developed flora. Take the time to discover them during your visit to the island of flowers... In the meantime, find a brief overview concocted by us.

The majority religion in Martinique is Christianity. However, there is a tradition that Orthodoxy would tax as pagan, even witchcraft: the quimbois. Very close to Haitian Voodoo, Jamaican Obeah, Cuban Santeria or Brazilian Candomblé, quimbois is deeply linked to Africa and slavery.