Devour The Beach! Invites Guests to an Unforgettable Celebration of Food, Film and Island Life in the Abacos, February 4–9, 2026
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Devour The Beach! Invites Guests to an Unforgettable Celebration of Food, Film and Island Life in the Abacos, February 4–9, 2026
NASSAU, Bahamas (28 Jan. 2026) – Set on the sun-drenched shores of Green Turtle Cay, the sixth annual Devour The Beach! culinary event returns February 4–9, 2026 at the Green Turtle Club in The Abacos, offering an immersive escape where world-class cuisine, captivating film, and authentic Bahamian culture come together in one unforgettable Out Island experience.
Sponsored by The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation (BMOTIA), Devour The Beach! is an an intimate celebration of the World’s Largest Food Film Festival.
For six flavour-filled days, Green Turtle Cay is transformed into a vibrant culinary playground where food, wine, film, live music, and Junkanoo blend seamlessly against the backdrop of crystal-clear waters and laid-back island charm.
The 2026 edition will feature an exceptional lineup of internationally recognised chefs, including award-winning Italian chef Dario Tomazelli, the celebrated Canadian husband-and-wife duo behind the YouTube channel Yum with Anna Olson, Anna Olson and Michael Olson, and Chicago-based chef Paul Virant, along with other acclaimed culinary talents.
Guests are invited to do far more than dine. The festival offers hands-on cooking classes, including pastry-making and cuisine-focused experiences highlighting Japanese and Italian traditions, as well as unforgettable sea-to-table adventures led by Chef Tomazelli. From early-morning fishing excursions to meals prepared just hours after the catch, Devour The Beach! delivers rare, authentic encounters that cannot be replicated anywhere else.
Curated wine experiences will be led by Grace Bradley, a Certified Sommelier with Court of Master Sommeliers credentials, adding depth and distinction to the event’s culinary programming.
Signature moments throughout the week include beachfront barbecues, lively beach taco parties, elegant gala dinners, and film screenings that celebrate the powerful connection between gastronomy and storytelling.
A standout highlight is the Chefs & Shorts Dinner, a one-of-a-kind evening where five chefs are paired with short films and challenged to create original dishes inspired by
each story, thoughtfully matched with complementary wines. The result is a magical fusion of food, film, and creativity that has become the defining experience of Devour The Beach!
More than a festival, Devour The Beach! is an invitation to slow down, savour deeply, and experience The Bahamas beyond sun and sand. It offers travelers a rare blend of culture, cuisine, and connection in one of the country’s most charming and intimate island settings.
For more information visit www.greenturtleclub.com/activities/devour-2026
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About The Bahamas:
The Bahamas has over 700 islands and cays, as well as 16 unique island destinations. Located only 50 miles off the coast of Florida, it offers a quick and easy way for travelers to escape their everyday. The island nation also boasts world-class fishing, diving, boating and thousands of miles of the earth's most spectacular beaches for families, couples and adventurers to explore. See why It's Better in The Bahamas at www.bahamas.com or on Facebook, YouTube or Instagram.
Media Contact (s):
Rissie Demeritte
Director, Global Communications
The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation
Joshua Robins
Manager, Domestic Communications
jrobins@bahamas.com