Topic: coconuts

Visitors to Coco Fest 2024 soaked up some shoreside sun while having the opportunity to mill about, experiencing all the ways the beloved produce has shaped Caymanian culture through the generations.

Alan Hurlston and Elmond Bodden chop coconuts for a line of people Saturday at Coco Fest at Pedro Castle. Hundreds turned out to sample the rum, candies, tarts and other coconut-based treats.

Pedro Castle will be going nuts for coconuts on Feb. 20. The Savannah historic site will be the setting for Coco Fest, a coconut festival happening in partnership with Tamer Soliman and Rob Tyler, the team behind the documentary “Bright Spot,” which examines the traditional role of coconuts in Cayman.