Cassava Bammy

A Taste of Indigenous Heritage

Long before modern Jamaican cuisine took shape, the island’s first inhabitants, the Tainos, crafted delicious and nutritious meals from cassava, a staple root vegetable. Bammy, a traditional flatbread made from grated cassava, has remained a cherished part of Jamaican culture. Once a survival food, it has evolved into a delicacy, often served alongside escovitch fish, stews, or enjoyed on its own with a drizzle of coconut milk. With its crispy exterior and soft, slightly chewy center, bammy embodies the simplicity and resilience of Jamaican culinary heritage.