TBH with Vitra | Travel Beyond Home to Grenada, 007

🇬🇩 Grenada Episode – TBH with Vitra: Grenada Culture, Grenadian Food, and Spicemas CarnivalIn this episode of Travel Beyond Home, Vitra sits down with Grenadian lawyer, food entrepreneur, and cultural storyteller Rosana John-Mitchell for a warm and insightful conversation about Grenada culture, Caribbean traditions, and what daily life really feels like on the island.If you’ve ever been curious about island life in Grenada, authentic Caribbean culture, or what makes Grenada one of the friendliest places in the world — this episode is for you.Rosana explains how in Grenadian culture, you are never invisible. Greeting people is expected. Respect is a must. Community isn’t optional — it’s lived daily. She shares why kindness, warmth, and acknowledging one another are core values woven into everyday life.We dive into Grenadian food, including the national dish oil down, and how meals cooked over firewood still bring families and communities together. Food in Grenada isn’t just nourishment — it’s identity, tradition, and connection.The episode also explores Grenadian folklore and Caribbean superstitions, including the stories of Ladjables and Soucouyant, and how these cultural traditions continue shaping imagination and storytelling today.And of course, we talk about Grenada Carnival — Spicemas — and the powerful cultural symbolism of Jab Jab, a defining expression of history, resistance, and pride during Carnival season.Rosana also shares an easy way to bring a touch of Grenada into your home: grate fresh nutmeg over your coffee, pasta, or even your rum punch — a simple sensory connection to the Spice Isle.In this episode, we cover:🌶 What defines Grenada culture today🍲 Grenadian food traditions and the meaning behind oil down🤝 Why greeting and respect are essential in Caribbean culture👻 Ladjables, Soucouyant, and Grenadian folklore🔥 Cooking over firewood and island gatherings🎭 Grenada Carnival (Spicemas) and the meaning of Jab Jab✨ Why Grenadians are known for warmth and kindness🌰 How to bring Grenada culture into your own kitchenWhether you’re researching Grenada travel, interested in Caribbean culture and traditions, or simply love hearing women share real experiences about life in different countries — this episode offers an honest, culturally rich window into Grenada beyond the beaches.🎧 Watch or listen on YouTube & Spotify — best experienced with story, laughter, and spice.💬 Follow the journey to speak with one woman from every country on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok: @TBHwithVitraAbout TBH with Vitra:TBH (Travel Beyond Home) with Vitra is a culture-focused video podcast for women who love travel, global perspectives, and meaningful conversations. Each episode features a woman from a different country sharing her lived experience — from traditions and food to values and identity.The mission: interview one woman from EVERY country in the world and build a global sisterhood — one conversation at a time. 🌍✨00:00 Introduction to Grenada and the Podcast01:54 Meet Rosanna John Mitchell: A Grenadian Perspective02:30 Fun Grenadian Trivia: Quickfire Questions05:14 Life and Culture in Grenada08:07 Community and Respect in Grenadian Society09:54 Local Traditions and Sunday Lunches11:07 Superstitions and Folklore in Grenada12:21 Capturing the Spirit of Grenada14:08 Celebrating Spice Mass: Grenada's Carnival15:54 Lessons from Older Generations and Parenting in Grenada18:13 The Heart of Grenadian Gatherings19:35 A Culinary Journey Through Grenada22:29 Resilience and Community Mindset24:47 Evolving Definitions of Success26:52 Traveling and Connecting with Locals30:19 Experiencing Authentic Grenadian Culture