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Renowned Jamaican Chef
Charlotte Billings Brings
Authenic Island Cuisine to
Queens Village for 3rd Year
Charlotte Billings Brings
Authenic Island Cuisine to
Queens Village for 3rd Year
By The Southeast Queens Scoop
The irresistible aromas of authentic Jamaican cooking will once again fill the air in Queens Village, as renowned Jamaican chef Charlotte Billings brings her passion for traditional island cuisine to the Third Annual Nadz Bring Old Time Sinting Jamaican Nyamings on Saturday, August 8, in Queens Village.
For Billings, cooking is far more than preparing delicious meals. It is a ministry of love, resilience, and cultural pride that has taken her from the hills of Jamaica to communities across the United States, where she continues sharing the rich culinary traditions of her homeland one plate at a time.
A Journey of Faith, Perseverance, and Purpose
Charlotte Billings' story is one of determination in the face of adversity.
Growing up in Jamaica, Billings endured discouragement from those who repeatedly told her she would never succeed. Rather than allowing those voices to define her future, she chose to chart her own path. During a difficult period in her life, she discovered a passion that would transform everything—cooking.
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A self-taught chef, Billings immersed herself in cookbooks and spent countless hours mastering traditional Jamaican recipes through persistence, experimentation, and faith. What began as preparing meals for a handful of tourists soon blossomed into opportunities working in guest houses before she achieved a lifelong dream of opening and operating her own restaurant in Jamaica for a decade.
Her entrepreneurial journey later brought her to the United States, where she accepted a cooking position at a well-known Jamaican restaurant in North Carolina in 2020.
Never one to stop pursuing her calling, Billings later relocated to Louisiana, where she introduced authentic Jamaican cuisine to a new audience by preparing meals from her nephew's backyard in Shreveport. She eventually expanded her business by launching a Jamaican food truck in Baton Rouge—another chapter that strengthened her entrepreneurial spirit and reinforced her commitment to sharing the flavors and traditions of Jamaica.
Outside of the kitchen, Billings is also a dedicated nursing assistant and published author. Yet despite her many accomplishments, she says her greatest joy remains bringing people together through food.
Every dish she prepares reflects generations of Jamaican culinary tradition, seasoned with authenticity, love, and heartfelt hospitality.
Authentic Jamaican Flavors Come to Queens Village
Now, New Yorkers will have another opportunity to experience Chef Billings' celebrated cooking during the Third Annual Nadz Bring Old Time Sinting Jamaican Nyamings, taking place on Saturday, August 8, from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. at 109-05 209th Street in Queens Village.
The family-friendly celebration has become a growing tradition for residents looking to reconnect with Jamaican culture while introducing others to the island's vibrant cuisine and welcoming spirit.
Guests can enjoy an impressive menu featuring many of Jamaica's most beloved dishes, including:
- Jerk Chicken
- Pot Jerk Pork
- Curry Goat
- Escovitch Fish
- Roast Fish
- Mannish Wata
- Mackerel Rundown
- Festival & Bammy
- Roast Breadfruit
- Blue Draws
- Gungo Rice
- Cornmeal Pudding
- Pepper Shrimp
- Corn in Coconut Milk
Meals are priced at $40 per plate or two plates for $70, offering generous portions of authentic island favorites.
No Jamaican celebration would be complete without refreshing beverages. Visitors can also enjoy homemade sorrel, pineapple ginger juice, watermelon sizzle, fresh lemonade, coconut water, fresh sugar cane, Jamaica's famous rum punch, and Red Stripe beer.
More Than Food—A Celebration of Jamaican Culture
Beyond the delicious cuisine, attendees can expect a full day of entertainment celebrating Jamaica's rich cultural heritage.
The event will feature classic '70s and '80s Roots Rock Reggae music, lively domino competitions, traditional Jamaican games, and plenty of opportunities for families and friends to relax, reconnect, and create lasting memories.
Whether you're a longtime lover of Jamaican cuisine or experiencing these authentic flavors for the first time, organizers promise an atmosphere filled with fellowship, laughter, and unmistakable island vibes.
Advance food orders are encouraged to ensure availability of your favorite dishes.
For more information or to place an advance order, call or text 332-200-3847. Payment is accepted through Zelle, Cash App, or cash.
As Chef Charlotte Billings continues sharing the tastes and traditions of Jamaica, one thing remains at the heart of her mission: bringing people together around great food, warm hospitality, and the enduring spirit of community.
Come hungry. Bring your family and friends. Leave with full hearts—and full plates.
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