We’re thrilled to welcome Kirks Caribbean Kitchen to the Buttermarket – serving up bold, soulful Caribbean flavours in the heart of Redruth.

Kirsten from Kirk has been cooking Caribbean food for over 35 years – inspired by an incredible Jamaican woman and a deep love of feeding friends and family. Born in Bristol and now based in Cornwall, she’s a proud single mum of five with Jamaican roots and a passion for sharing culture through food, reggae, and warmth.

Expect flavour-packed favourites like Curried Goat and Ackee & Saltfish – all made with heart. Come hungry. Leave happy.

Find out Kirsten’s answers to our ten questions below!

1. What is the weirdest thing you’ve ever eaten? Cow foot!

2. Where’s your favourite place in Cornwall? Lelant Beach

3. If you were able to meet anyone in the world, past or present, who would it be? Bob Marley

4. What’s your favourite ingredient to cook with? Chicken

5. Can you tell us one of the dishes on your Buttermarket menu? Ackee, a fruit native to West Africa, and saltfish 

6. If you had a pet seagull, what would you name them? Bob

7. If you could only eat one cuisine for the rest of your life, what would it be? Caribbean 

8. What’s your favourite song to play in the kitchen? “Jamming” Bob Marley

9. Coffee or tea? Tea 

10. Which is the best form of potato? Jacket potato