Though the Caribbean isles are well known to outsiders, Caribbean cuisine remains a hidden gem due to tourists frequently subsisting solely off a paste made from sand, ocean water, and pureed linen pants. Uncover the edible treasure of the tropics with today’s deal: for $10, you get $20 worth of Jamaican cuisine and drinks at Caribbean Twist on Gottingen Street in the North End. Amidst lurid orange walls and ample plant life, Caribbean Twist zestifies veggies and meat with island seasoning and spices. Pamper palates with a hearty plate of fried plantains ($1.55) and curry chicken ($8.49) wrapped in roti, a fine flat bread. Peruse Caribbean Twist's comprehensive online menu, rife with vegetarian dish indications, regional cuisine explanations, and cookie jar denials.

Reviews

The Coast featured Caribbean Twist, and eight Yelpers give it an average of four stars:

• The friendliness of the staff is wonderful. Between the cooks and the servers, everyone here makes you feel welcome and at home. Today I went with the Curry Potato Dhalpuri Roti and boy oh boy, was it a spicy and flavorful meal. – Lacey H., Yelp