“Rooted in Jamaica. Guided by Ital. Shared with the world.”

- Chef Troy Levy

Chef - Educator - Ital Movement

Logo for Taste of Ital featuring Rastafarian colors of green, yellow, and red and a branch sprouting leaves, with the tagline "Continuing The Healing With Food".

More than food.
A way of caring for the body, the culture, and each other.

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ITAL OFFERINGS

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CATERING

SUPPER
CLUB

WORKSHOPS

SHOP

Based in New York - Serving the Tri-State area - Available internationally.

SUPPER CLUB

May 30th, 2026 - Lynbrook Long Island
A communal supper club - a thoughtful celebration of Ital cuisine, seasonal produce and tropical flavour, designed to be sharedall over the world.

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THE PERSON BEHIND THE FOOD: CHEF TROY

Chef Troy Levy is a Jamaican Ital chef and educator who cooks from the roots and believes in the healing power of good food. Rooted in culture, shaped by travel and teaching, guided by sharing - his cooking is an offering of care, connection, and lived experience. Each dish carries intention - to nourish, to educate, and to gather people at the table, all over the world.

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AS FEATURED IN

  • Island Origins Logo
  • The Star Magazine
  • Greater Rockville Centre
  • Caribbean Beat Magazine
  • Island & Spice Magazine
  • Caribbean Life
  • The Foundation Radio Network / Clinton Lindsay
  • Jamaica Observer
  • VegWorld Magazine
  • Wine Spectator
  • BronxNet
  • Eating Well Magazine
  • Fork Over Knives
  • Loops News Logo
  • The Gleaner Logo
  • Reggae Global Radio
  • The Bridge 99 FM Logo

RECIPES

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STORIES FROM THE TABLE

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“Some man seh dem ah chef but dem def if ano chef Troy you nah hold no joy. Do remember he’s more than a chef, he is a Spicer, he makes the food taste nicer.”

Tarrus Riley

“Huge thanks to Chef Troy for being our at-home-chef for the night. The food was amazing! Felt great celebrating my baby's birthday from our own home, fine dining restaurant style.”

J Carter

“Chef Troy’s flavors are nothing short of magic! From the first bite to the last sip, each dish, a masterpiece. Intricate flavors that danced on my taste buds. If you haven't experienced Chef Troy's genius yet, you're missing out!”

Eating Vegan With Nick

“The difference between Chef Troy’s food and Vegan is his food is more Pure.”

Josanne

“Chef Troy is grate as a chef…..When Chef Troy cook you can taste the love in it and that is the key ingredient and he has the key ingredient beyond delicious.”

Autarchii

“Some Man Seh dem ah Chef but dem def if ano chef Troy you nah hold no joy. Do remember he’s more than a chef he is a Spicer he makes the food taste nicer.”

Tarrus R.

“I am, So appreciative and humbled. For Chef Troy he came into my home and cheffed up so many amazing #Vegan dishes for me. Everything was delicious. Peace, and Love Troy. The First time I had his food in August I was hooked and My love brought him in our home he does not dissapoint.”

r_a_g_fitness

“The best place to eat.... Carter's Casa !

Huge thanks to Chef Troy for being our Chef for the night.The food was AMAZING! Felt great celebrating my baby's birthday from our own home, fine dining restaurant style.”

J Carter

“The Food was amazing Chef Troy…… that plantain and mushrooms…..if that’s only a hint of what you can do wow.”

Naomi C.

“shout out to chef Troy Levy let me tell you-his flavors are nothing short of magic!

Despite the downpour outside, the show went on, and each dish was a masterpiece. From the first bite to the last sip, every course was elevated with intricate flavors and unexpected twists that danced on my taste buds. If you haven't experienced Chef Troy's genius yet, you're missing out! Full episode coming soon! The lions mane on top of the polenta cake was outta this world.”

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UP YOU MIGHTY YOUTHS FOUNDATION

Up You Mighty Youths (UYMY) Foundation empowers young people globally through education, mental health support, and culinary skill development. Inspired by roots in Jamaica, we create safe spaces where youth build confidence, resilience, and practical life skills. Through mentorship and a focus on holistic wellness, we equip the next generation to break cycles and uplift their communities.

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“I want to inspire, educate and encourage people from all walks of life, around the world, to explore Ital food. See it as a healthy movement, culture and lifestyle, so we can grow individually and together.”

- Chef Troy Levy