A Lime in Barbados has different meanings to
different people. Ask a Bajan for a lemon and you will receive a lime.
Ask for a lime and receive a lime. Lemonade is made with lime juice.
Approach a group of men lounging under a breadfruit tree and ask what
they're up to and you may hear, "Jus limin'." Liming is hanging out,
passing time, relaxing in the company of friends.
Limes are an intregal part of Bajan cooking. Flying
fish is "washed" in lime juice and then rinsed before being marinated
in a local
seasoning mix. Chicken
is marinated in lime and garlic
before baking. A rum sour is equal parts lime juice and simple
syrup---to two parts rum. Traditional gin and tonic drinkers will
likely receive their drinks with a lime in Barbados---unless you
specifically ask for an imported
lemon.
Enjoying a great meal on the island is never a
problem, whether you want fine, upscale dining or something local and
very casual. You will find virtually every type of cuisine on
Barbados, from waterfront dining to international
delicacies...ultimately, everywhere you go will find drinks served
with the favored
Bajan fruit.