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January 19, 2026

Monday, January 19, 2026

Island-hopping from Cayman to Jamaica for lunch at the iconic GoldenEye?

That has become par for the course for chefs, wine and spirits experts, and global tastemakers at the Eric Ripert-hosted Ritz-Carlton Cayman Cookout. And this year was no different, with the crew jetting to Jamaica on Thursday, January 15 for an epicurean celebration by Chef Dominic Benson. Page 2 takes you inside.

 

The afternoon’s host, GoldenEye CEO Marika Kessler (standing), welcomes guests..

The afternoon’s host, GoldenEye CEO Marika Kessler (standing), welcomes guests.

Michelin-star Executive Chef Eric Ripert shares a moment with GoldenEye CEO Marika Kessler. .

Michelin-star Executive Chef Eric Ripert shares a moment with GoldenEye CEO Marika Kessler.

GoldenEye founder Chris Blackwell (left) and CEO Marika Kessler enjoy a pre-lunch photo-op with Louis-Philippe Lussier of Moët Hennessy. .

GoldenEye founder Chris Blackwell (left) and CEO Marika Kessler enjoy a pre-lunch photo-op with Louis-Philippe Lussier of Moët Hennessy.

Members of the Uptempo Band give guests a feel of Jamaica’s culture with some mento music..

Members of the Uptempo Band give guests a feel of Jamaica’s culture with some mento music.

Chef Dominic Benson adds finishing touches to the meal. .

Chef Dominic Benson adds finishing touches to the meal.

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Louis-Philippe Lussier of Moët Hennessy has the full attention of GoldenEye CEO Marika Kessler. .

Louis-Philippe Lussier of Moët Hennessy has the full attention of GoldenEye CEO Marika Kessler.

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