 The tantalising aroma of fresh seafood will soon be wafted in through the air of cast trees as the Ministry of Agriculture and Independence Committee prepared to host the highly anticipated Independence Seafood Fest on February 22 at the Fisheries Complex. The event is a unique opportunity to showcase the country's rich seafood culture and highlight the various aspects of the fisheries sector, including its benefits to the economy and the environment. Events coordinator for the Ministry of Agriculture, Philip Sidney, stated that the festival will offer an exceptional seafood experience with a wide selection of vendors demonstrating their culinary expertise. Seafood enthusiasts can indulge in an assortment of delectable offerings, including grilled fish, succulent lobster, conch, shrimp and other delicacies. The festival really is to encourage St. Lucian's to eat fresh St. Lucian's best. You would have realized that over the few months we have had a number of festivals, mango, banana, seamos, and that is to really encourage us St. Lucian's to enjoy what we produce here on Island. And moving forward, we have a number of other festivals coming on through, which is the coconut and the dashing festival. So this is one of many festivals to come and we just figure it was opportune to have had the seafood festival to showcase the array of seafoods that can be done here on Island. The festival will be operational from 10 am to 8 pm, presenting a variety of attractions including a designated kids' zone. Fans can also enjoy continuous live entertainment with local musicians and performers taking to the stage, creating a jubilant atmosphere throughout the day. Entertainment galore, we will have a display of bands coming from the East Coast. We have a board service, we have a secret solo band. We also have an individual, we have King Arthur and Ezra and a lot, lots, lots more. So please come down and enjoy yourself on that day, at the fishers complex. It will be a day to be remembered. As the event is expected to draw a large crowd, organizers have taken measures to ensure that it is safe and enjoyable for everyone. The Independence Seafood First promises to be a fan-filled day for all and a great way to commemorate St. Lucian's independence and the country's rich seafood culture. From the Communications Unit, I am Anisia Antoine reporting.