Ainsley's Taste of the Bahamas

Ainsley Harriott travels around the islands, tasting authentic local sweet delicacies such as honey, sugarcane and the traditional guava duff. He then puts his own spin on the flavours by making coconut‑lime creams finished with a crunchy Bahamian twist.

Sweet Island Life is a television episode that follows chef Ainsley Harriott as he sets off to discover the island’s confectionery heritage. The programme presents his culinary adventure in a relaxed, conversational style, giving viewers a glimpse of the local food scene through his enthusiastic perspective and his willingness to try anything. In the episode, Harriott samples a range of sweet island staples, starting with golden honey drizzled over fresh fruit, moving on to crisp sugarcane that he chews to release its natural juice, and finally tasting a traditional guava duff, a steamed pudding infused with ripe guava flavour that showcases the region’s tropical bounty. The chef then turns his attention to creating a dessert of his own, blending coconut and lime into a smooth cream. He finishes the dish with a crunchy Bahamian element, giving the final product a distinctive texture that mirrors the island’s vibrant culinary character and a flavour profile that balances sweet and tart notes. Overall, Sweet Island Life offers a concise look at the island’s sugary delights, from raw ingredients like honey and sugarcane to classic desserts such as guava duff, and culminates in Harriott’s own coconut‑lime cream with its crunchy Bahamian twist. The episode captures the essence of the locale’s sweet palate in a single, engaging visit.