I stumbled upon a Caribbean gem right in the heart of Ann Arbor: Jamaican Jerk Pit—or just Jerk Pit, as the locals call it. This cozy little spot radiates tropical vibes in a city of maize and blue.

At her restaurant, which pan-fries jerk chicken to order, the layered nuance of the rub overshadows the inability to ...

Jerk is a fiery hot Jamaican seasoning that comes as either a dry spice mix or a wet marinade, like this one. Thyme, allspice and fiery scotch bonnet peppers are the main ingredients, however as ...