Another star chef is joining what has quickly become the Caribbean’s premier collection of celebrity chef eateries: Atlantis Paradise Island.

James Beard Foundation Award-winning Chef JJ Johnson is opening a new eatery, FIELDTRIP, at the Paradise Island resort.

Johnson specializes in “African-Caribbean cuisine,” and his celebrated FIELDTRIP is a unique fast-casual concept ,blending “global flavors with a spotlight on heirloom grains.”

Johnson had already seen great success at the first-ever Nassau Paradise Island Wine & Food Festival.

“I am thrilled to bring FIELDTRIP to its first international stage alongside our excellent partners at Atlantis Paradise Island. My mission is to bring communities together through food, and FIELDTRIP is a rice-bowl concept embodying that mission by using rice as an ingredient that connects us across the globe. I am honored to be given the opportunity alongside other chefs featured at Atlantis and excited to bring my unique flavors to locals and visitors alike. See you next trip!” says Chef JJ Johnson.

He joins an enviable group of culinary superstars with restaurants at Atlantis, including Jose Andres, Alon Shaya, Michael White and Nobu Matsuhisa.

Both White’s Paranza and Andres’ Fish were named to the 2024 edition of the 50 Best Restaurants in the Caribbean.

“Chef JJ is an incredible addition to our lineup of chefs at Atlantis Paradise Island, Chef JJ Johnson brings a unique culinary and cultural perspective to the resort,” says Audrey Oswell, President and Managing Director of Atlantis Paradise Island.