Local Job's Tears Seed Necklace
A traditional necklace handmade from the naturally polished, tear-shaped seeds of the native Job's Tears grass.
Cassada Gardens is best searched at street level: counter displays, small shelves, food shops, and makers whose objects still feel connected to daily life in Antigua And Barbuda.
Ten city-level finds selected for use, texture, flavor, and the kind of detail that survives outside Cassada Gardens.
A traditional necklace handmade from the naturally polished, tear-shaped seeds of the native Job's Tears grass.
An evocative vintage-style art print commemorating the historic horse racing culture of Cassada Gardens.
A wide-brimmed sun hat made with the vibrant, culturally symbolic red and yellow Antiguan madras cloth.
An extra-spicy variant of the legendary local hot sauce brand, favored by thrill-seeking pepper lovers.
All-natural, hand-cut soap bar made with soothing local goat's milk and aromatic island-grown fever grass.
A stunning, locally crafted mirror framed with hand-collected shells from Antigua's sandy shores.
A dry spice blend of allspice, thyme, and hot peppers used to recreate authentic Antiguan barbecue flavor.
A dried and hollowed calabash shell, decorated with traditional geometric carvings and fitted with a woven strap.
A classic recording of authentic Antiguan Calypso and Benna music, capturing the festive spirit of the island.
A popular local light-bodied gold rum, perfect for mixing authentic Antiguan rum punches.