Using readily available fresh citrus for décor, along with these cute pineapple lights, the Advocate Condell dining area was transformed into Bob Marley’s old neighborhood for a few delicious hours.
Special events to win back business
“We had a blast hosting this unofficial celebration of Bob Marley’s birthday,” Markwell says.
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“It was -10°F here in Illinois on February 9 [Marley’s actual birthday is Feb. 6, 1945],” Markwell says. “This Virtual Vacation including delicious cuisine, reggae and a tropical atmosphere really helped warm the soul!”
Dreaming of jetting off to an island
Interpreting a dream of travel was the spark that got this event started.
Jerk chicken
One of the Caribbean’s most famous dishes, jerk chicken is characterized by the rub applied to chicken before grilling: traditionally thyme, cayenne, paprika, cinnamon, allspice and sometimes brown sugar to round it out.
Rainbow salad
Food-as-medicine advocates have long suggested that “eating the rainbow” is the path to feeling good.
