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Roadside jerk chicken is the heartbeat of Antiguan street food — chicken marinated in a fiery blend of Scotch bonnet peppers, allspice, thyme, garlic, ginger, and cinnamon, then slow-grilled over pimento wood until charred and deeply fragrant. Served with rice and peas, sweet fried plantain, and coleslaw, a proper jerk plate from a roadside grill is one of the most satisfying meals on the island. Friday evenings around St. John’s and English Harbour are the best time to find the best jerk spots.