Authentic Caribbean Flavor for Every Occasion
Caribbean BBQ • Catering • Private Events • Community Events
FAMILY-OWNED. BUILT ON TRADITION.
Where Our Story Began
Amara’s Caribbean BBQ was born from family, food, and a love of bringing people together.
It all began with a husband and wife, a love of good food, and a shared appreciation for the festivals and community events that brought people together.
Camille's late father had a deep love for BBQ, while Mutuba had always enjoyed cooking and creating great food. Camille also brought her own passion for cooking, shaped by the traditions she learned from her mother and grandmother.
When the couple first met, they spent their early years together attending festivals and enjoying the food, music, and culture. As their relationship grew, so did an idea: why not combine their love of BBQ and cooking and bring their own food to the very festivals they once attended together?
That idea became a reality with their very first event on June 19, 2021 — Juneteenth, marking the beginning of Amara’s Caribbean BBQ, affectionately named after their daughter Amara.
What started as a husband-and-wife dream has grown into a family-owned business, bringing together BBQ, Caribbean influences, family traditions, and a love of creating great food and memorable experiences for the community.
From our family to your table.
Pictured here is our very first event — Juneteenth, on June 19, 2021.
The beginning of the Amara’s Caribbean BBQ journey.
Why Choose Amara's
AUTHENTIC CARIBBEAN FLAVOR
AUTHENTIC CARIBBEAN FLAVOR
Fresh, bold Caribbean dishes prepared with flavor and care.
MADE FOR YOUR EVENT
AUTHENTIC CARIBBEAN FLAVOR
From intimate gatherings to large celebrations, we bring delicious food and professional service to your special occasion.
QUALITY YOU CAN TASTE
QUALITY YOU CAN TASTE
From signature entrées to every side, we take pride in flavor, freshness, and attention to detail.
ISLAND TRADITION
THE ULTIMATE INDULGENCE
QUALITY YOU CAN TASTE
Classic Caribbean foods slow-simmered with tender chicken and aromatic spices.
FROM THE SEA
THE ULTIMATE INDULGENCE
THE ULTIMATE INDULGENCE
Fresh seafood elevated with vibrant Caribbean-inspired seasoning.
THE ULTIMATE INDULGENCE
THE ULTIMATE INDULGENCE
THE ULTIMATE INDULGENCE
Made with quality ingredients and Caribbean-inspired flavor your guests will remember.
CATERING & EVENTS
From intimate celebrations to large community events, Amara’s brings bold Caribbean flavor, professional service, and island hospitality to every occasion.
EVENTS & VENUES WE’VE SERVED TO DATE:
- Scotch Plains Farmer’s Market
- Union Farmer’s Market
- Union’s Black History Month Event
- Union’s Winter Wonderland Christmas Event
- Union’s 4th of July
- House Music Festivals at County Parks
- Kean University’s annual “Jazz and Roots Festival”
- East Orange Mayor’s Annual “Summer Jam”
- “Back to School” events
- “Trick or Trunk” Halloween events
- Hillside’s Annual “Motorcycle and Car Show”
- Elementary School “Fall Festivals”
- Caribbean Festival for Shiloh Baptist Church
- Community Fund Raisers, for political events
- Community Day in Springfield Township
- Black Business Expos
- Funeral Repass catering
- Concession Catering Color Purple Musical - Union Arts Center
- Wedding Catering
- Baby Shower Catering
- Birthday Party Catering
- Sweet 16 Birthday Catering
- Retirement Parties
- Private Home Catering
PRIVATE EVENTS & CELEBRATIONS
Birthdays • Weddings • Showers • Family Gatherings
By Appointment
FESTIVALS & COMMUNITY EVENTS
Farmers Markets • Festivals • Expos • Community Events
Seasonal
CORPORATE & SPECIAL EVENTS
Corporate Catering • School Events • Business Gatherings
By Request
A LOOK INTO OUR JOURNEY Flavor, community, and unforgettable moments—one event at a time.
