Mélange Travel & Lifestyle Magazine July 2017 | Page 400

Charming Hybrid Culture . . .
Snuggled in the eastern Caribbean Sea,
Martinique is an overseas department of France.
Though the French culture is dominant, there is
a Caribbean touch in the lifestyle of its people,
making its hybrid culture an attractive charm for
holiday-makers. The blend of influences appears
quite distinctively as you wander around.
The island’s breathtaking stretches of coastline
equates to abundant seafood dishes, and it
entices beach and sea food lovers aplenty.
You will definitely be able to find platters of
mouthwatering seafood delicacies here and
spend many hours blissfully languishing on the
irrestible powdery-white sand beaches after
eating your fill.
If you’re feeling adventurous and want to try
something new, dig into some unique and
tasty Martiniquan cuisine - popular dishes like
Colombo, Boudin and Accra. Then, finish off your
food adventures with a sweet pineapple and rum
dessert. Most Martiniquan cuisines are completed
with some local spices for a tasty kick.