Plantain Tree : food trailer & catering

Founders Ronaldo Jackson and Lafara Locke brought their Jamaican heritage to Mount Crested Butte’s ski town, launching Plantain Tree as a celebration of the versatile tropical fruit. What began as catering and private chef services evolved into a food trailer operation, allowing the team to serve bold Caribbean flavors directly to the community. The menu highlights dishes like plantain sandwiches, slow-smoked jerk wings, and the popular coconut curry chickpea bowl, a staple for Rastas in Jamaica. Chef Picka, with over a decade of culinary experience, applies traditional Jamaican techniques to ingredients sourced both locally and internationally. Diners can expect options ranging from crispy homemade plantain chips with garlic butter dip to hearty mains like Jamaican brown stew chicken and dry-rubbed ribs. The establishment maintains a fast-casual vibe, offering gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan choices within its compact service window. Beyond the trailer, the business continues to provide catering services for intimate gatherings and special events under the stars, ensuring the island experience reaches guests in various settings throughout the Gunnison Valley.