You've probably tasted fiery cuts of jerk chicken or pork at a Jamaican resort and found yourself craving more.

You can never have enough jerk.

So, you're likely eager to indulge in all the best jerk experiences the island has to offer.

Well, spend a day off the resort and head to Boston Bay in Portland.

Here, you'll discover a community of jerk vendors ready to tempt your taste buds with their flavorful creations, whether it's succulent jerk pork, spicy chicken, or even mouthwatering lobster.

Locals will tell you if you want to enjoy great-tasting jerk, head to Boston Bay.

The secrets of Boston Bay's jerk

The mystery of Boston Bay's jerk lies in its taste and its rich history.

This coastal town is the first place on the island to commercially sell jerk chicken, dating back to its introduction by the indigenous Taino people.

Over time, this culinary tradition evolved, with marooned sailors and Africans fleeing the plantations adopting and refining the technique.

The process involved slow-cooking salted meat over aromatic wood fires, imparting a distinctive smoky flavor that preserved the meat for days.

Today, this age-old cooking method continues to captivate taste buds, pulling visitors like a magnet to Jamaica to enjoy its savory charm.

From the days of wild boar 

The jerk cooking method was first used to preserve the meat of wild boar or pork.

However, as the jerk method became popular, local chefs experimented with other meats.

Today, you can enjoy just about anything jerk - jerk chicken, pork, fish, lobster, shrimp.

If you're brave, you could even try jerk fruits. 

Top jerk spots in Boston Bay

While jerk dishes are prepared islandwide, there's a strong argument that the best ones can be enjoyed in Boston Bay.

And if you're looking for the top jerk spots in this coastal town, check out Gurley Aston Jerk Center, Boston Jerk Center, and Little David's Jerk Centre.

They're famous for serving a selection of jerk dishes packed with authentic Jamaican spices and flavor.

Explore Boston Bay

After your satisfying meal, don't be too quick to leave.

Visit Boston Bay Beach for swimming, wading, picnicking, and surfing.

Equipment rental is available for surfing, snorkeling, and windsurfing, making it easy for everyone to join in the fun.

Nearby attractions such as the Blue Lagoon, Reach Falls, Folly Ruins, and the Blue and John Crow Mountains National Park offer additional opportunities for exploration and adventure.