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Chef Samuelsson Ignites Nassau with Vibe BBQ
31 Jul
Summary
- Vibe BBQ, a new restaurant by Chef Marcus Samuelsson, opened at Grand Hyatt Baha Mar.
- The menu blends Caribbean traditions with global barbecue influences.
- The restaurant emphasizes local sourcing and celebrating Bahamian culture.
Chef Marcus Samuelsson has expanded his culinary empire with the opening of Vibe BBQ at the Grand Hyatt Baha Mar Resort in Nassau. This new, family-friendly restaurant is situated conveniently near the resort's pools and beach. It represents Samuelsson's third concept at the Baha Mar, following Marcus Fish + Chop House and the Streetbird food truck.
Vibe BBQ's menu offers a unique fusion, grounding its flavors in Caribbean traditions while incorporating elements from global barbecue cultures. Guests can savor dishes like tamarind barbecue, jerk, Korean-inspired pork ribs, and Texas brisket. The restaurant emphasizes the use of fresh, local Bahamian ingredients, including conch, and produce from the resort's on-site garden.
Samuelsson's partnership with Baha Mar extends beyond dining, focusing on fostering local leadership, particularly empowering Bahamian women in management roles. This commitment to representation aims to create visibility and opportunities for the next generation of culinary professionals across the Caribbean and the African diaspora.
