Modern chefs get traditional at Coal Pot Cook-off

ST. THOMAS - Fort Christian made a fitting backdrop for a unique culinary competition Wednesday that celebrated the Caribbean tradition of cooking with coal pots.

Hot coals in an iron stand, atop which sits a pot - traditionally a clay pot - was the traditional way of cooking long before electric or gas stoves came on the scene.

The Coal Pot Cook-off Wednesday afternoon was organized by the St. Thomas Historical Trust as a fundraiser. Seven chefs served up their tasty dishes in small sample cups, and the public voted by tipping their favorites. At the end of the day, the tips were counted and the proceeds split between the chef and the trust.

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