Spice Girl Mel B shares her love of Nevis as the Caribbean’s sweetest food festival returns this summer
There are 44 varieties of mango growing on the Caribbean island of Nevis and you won’t find them in British supermarkets. Too delicate, too seasonal and too prized to export, these rare mangoes have become the heart of one of the Caribbean’s most exciting culinary events: the Nevis Mango Festival, returning July 2–5, 2026.
Set against the backdrop of volcanic mountains, turquoise waters, beach bars and plenty of history, the festival has quietly evolved into a major draw for food lovers, chefs and travellers searching for authentic culinary experiences.
Known as the “Mango Capital of the Caribbean”, Nevis is home to 44 mango varieties found nowhere else in the region each with its own flavour, texture and fiercely loyal local following.
For four days every summer, the island transforms into a mango-fuelled celebration of food,...
