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Island Cooking Herbs & Spices Launches into 21 Meijer Stores Across Cleveland

PRESS RELEASE — NEWS PROVIDED BY Nateisha Shaw for Island Cooking Herbs & Spices

CLEVELAND, OH (FEBRUARY 2026) — Island Cooking Herbs & Spices is bringing the bold, soulful flavors of the Caribbean to Northeast Ohio with the launch of its spice and marinade line in 21 Meijer grocery stores across the Cleveland market.

Founded by Jamaican-born chef and entrepreneur Chef Teisha, Island Cooking Herbs & Spices celebrates Caribbean heritage while making authentic island flavor easy and accessible for today’s home cooks. The brand’s handcrafted spices, marinades, and sauces are designed to deliver vibrant taste, versatility, and convenience, inspired by traditional recipes passed down through generations.

“This launch is incredibly meaningful,” said Chef Teisha. “What began in my grandmother’s kitchen in Jamaica has grown into a brand now featured on Meijer shelves in Cleveland. It shows that when you stay true to your culture and your craft, anything is possible.”

The Meijer launch follows another major milestone for the brand. Island Cooking Herbs & Spices recently made its trade show debut at the Specialty Food Association’s Winter Fancy Food Show in San Diego, California—one of the nation’s premier specialty food industry events—introducing the brand to buyers, distributors, and industry leaders nationwide.

The rollout features Island Cooking’s signature lineup, including Jammin Jerk, Island Flava Curry, JamRock Steak, and Island Tinz All-Purpose Seasoning, along with a flavorful jerk marinade and a Caribbean-inspired barbecue sauce. Each product is produced in small batches using clean ingredients to ensure consistent quality and bold island flavor.

This expansion into 21 Meijer locations marks a major milestone for the Cleveland-based brand as it continues to grow its retail presence and bring Caribbean-inspired cooking to a broader audience throughout the region and beyond.

About Island Cooking Herbs & Spices

Island Cooking Herbs & Spices is a Caribbean-inspired food brand based in Cleveland, Ohio, founded by Jamaican-born chef and entrepreneur Chef Teisha. Rooted in heritage and family tradition, the brand delivers bold island flavor through handcrafted spices, marinades, and sauces. The product line includes Jammin Jerk, Island Flava Curry, JamRock Steak, and Island Tinz All-Purpose Seasoning, along with a jerk marinade and Caribbean-inspired barbecue sauce. Island Cooking brings authentic Caribbean taste to everyday cooking with clean ingredients and modern convenience.

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