Tart Wars Returns Saturday to Frederiksted Waterfront

The second annual Tart Wars, hosted by local influencer West Gyul, is set to take over the Frederiksted waterfront this Saturday in what has quickly become one of St. Croix’s most anticipated summer events.

Celebrating culture, flavor, and friendly competition, Tart Wars brings together tart dealers from across the island to battle it out for the title of “Best Tart” in several categories—coconut, pineapple, guava, and a specialty tart category featuring island favorites like guavaberry, gooseberry, and mango.

What is considered “a block party for the culture,” promises to be full day of live entertainment, local food, cultural displays, and interactive activities for all ages.

With more than 30,000 social media followers and counting, West Gyul has grown from an anonymous digital voice into a cultural cornerstone for St. Croix. Run by Tatyana Watts-Clarke and Daja Brooks-James, since its launch in 2018, the platform emerged out of a desire to reconnect the community with its traditions and happenings.

Beyond promoting events, West Gyul has supported local businesses through free advertising, pop-up shops, and direct community assistance. Their Tart Wars event is an extension of that mission—celebrating food, identity, and pride in the Virgin Islands.