The way people view Caribbean cuisine is through a very…

Musically, New York is a big influence on me. Walk down the street for five minutes and you'll hear homeless punk rockers, people playing…

— Moby

I'm definitely trying to incorporate a Caribbean and reggae element.

— Kreesha Turner

You’re that lady,” Leo said. “The one who was named after Caribbean music.” Her eyes glinted murderously. “Caribbean music.” “Yeah. Reggae?” Leo shook his…

— Rick Riordan

I come from an African Caribbean background. I've been influenced by a reggae church music style, contemporary gospel, and rock all fused together.

— Laura Mvula

People have travelled through the Caribbean islands for all sorts of reasons and left their imprint in the DNA and the food.

— Andi Oliver

Every island has its own version of Caribbean food.

— Andi Oliver

Cornmeal pudding is a Caribbean staple. What Italians call polenta, we call cornmeal, and you can get it in any supermarket.

— Andi Oliver

Crisp on the outside, fluffy on the inside - in Caribbean cooking we love a fritter. It's a brilliant way for a dish with…

— Andi Oliver

Through it all, this wild life on and off the road , through Jordanian deserts , Spanish islands, German prisons, Caribbean tax scams, halls…

— Eric Burdon

The Stroke Association has produced leaflets that set out clearly the health risks associated with stroke that African-Caribbean people face.

— Linford Christie

I want to give people a taste of the Caribbean, and show them the fun side of me.

— Rihanna

I think being born in America and growing up exclusively within the American boundaries of race and race oppression is a very different experience…

— Harry Belafonte

“The war that killed my grandfather and great-uncles and thousands of other blacks is only a footnote in our history books.”

— Cristina García

“I say, ‘Man, you best behave youself this time, cause we ain’t never getting this mattress out from in here.’ … Berry say, ‘Don’t…

— Robert Antoni

To me, Caribbean food is about fresh, seasonal produce - using what's in season to create vibrant and great tasting food. The spicing is…

— Ainsley Harriott