Shanda Webster-Glasgow, left, receives her Culinary ICON Award during the 10th Edition of Caribbean POSH Weekend on at Peter Island on Friday, June 26, 2026. Photo: Facebook

Shanda Webster-Glasgow of the Virgin Islands has captured the Culinary ICON Award at the 2026 Caribbean POSH ICON Woman Awards, held during Caribbean POSH's landmark 10th anniversary celebration in the Virgin Islands. Photo:caribbeanposh

According to a press release, Webster-Glasgow was among 15 winners representing seven Caribbean territories, recognised for their outstanding leadership, innovation, and impact across business, tourism, education, entrepreneurship, health, media, arts, culture, and community development during the signature event of Caribbean POSH Weekend.

Contribution to culinary industry 

Webster-Glasgow's recognition, the release stated, celebrates her exceptional contribution to the culinary industry and her role in showcasing the rich flavours, traditions, and cultural heritage of the British Virgin Islands while helping to elevate Caribbean cuisine on the regional stage.

Founder and CEO of Caribbean POSH, Janette R. Brin, said, “Food is one of the Caribbean's greatest storytellers. Through her passion, creativity, and commitment to excellence, Shanda Webster-Glasgow has demonstrated how culinary arts can preserve culture, bring communities together, and contribute to the Caribbean's growing tourism and hospitality industries. We are proud to recognise her with this year's Culinary ICON Award."

Webster-Glasgow is also well known in the Virgin Islands for her singing talent.

Held under the theme "The Future of the Caribbean: Connection, Collaboration & Growth," the 10th Annual Caribbean POSH Weekend welcomed women leaders, entrepreneurs, government officials, tourism executives, and creatives from across the Caribbean and diaspora for several days of leadership conversations, networking, cultural experiences, and celebration.