What is Roti?
Roti in the Caribbean context refers to a flatbread wrap filled with curried meat, vegetables, or legumes, originating from the Indo-Caribbean community and now a staple across the region.
Caribbean roti, distinct from the Indian bread of the same name, is a complete meal consisting of a large, thin flatbread (typically dhalpuri or buss-up-shut/paratha) wrapped around a filling of curried chicken, goat, shrimp, duck, vegetables, or chickpeas (channa). It is one of the most popular foods in Trinidad and Tobago, Guyana, Suriname, and across the Caribbean diaspora. Roti shops are a cornerstone of Caribbean food culture, with many families having their preferred vendor. On Press Markit, you can find highly-rated roti shops with reviews, menus, and delivery options.