It’s early afternoon and you’re on the perfect Caribbean beach. The sand is pure white, the waves turquoise and tranquil. You’ve never been more relaxed. But then there’s a problem: you’re hungry. And the isolation that makes this beach so beautiful also means there aren’t any restaurants for miles. But some beaches combine all the elements of a great beach with culinary excellence. They’re not just beautiful – they’re delicious. Whether it’s street food or fine dining, these are beaches for foodies. Here are the Best Beaches in the Caribbean for food.

Grand Case, St Martin

This is the culinary capital of the Caribbean, but it’s also on a long stretch of beach in the heart of French St Martin. There is nowhere in the Caribbean with a greater concentration of world-class restaurants, and the vast majority of them are perched right above the sand.