We Are Pompey: Natty backs the city of culture bid hoping it will help the city get the recognition it deserves

Portsmouth is bidding to become the 2029 City of Culture. Here we meet one of the people in the city backing the bid - and find out why Portsmouth is so special to them.

Nathaniel "Natty" Crutchfield - Founder, Natty’s Jerk

Natty is the founder of Natty’s Jerk, an award winning Caribbean-inspired food business in the heart of Portsmouth. Through great food, warmth and community spirit, he brings a taste of the Caribbean to the city while creating a welcoming space for people to come together.

Why Natty’s backing the bid

For Natty, Portsmouth is defined by its strong sense of belonging. The city’s distinct identity, shaped by its people, traditions, food and local pride, makes it unlike anywhere else. He supports the bid because it is an opportunity to give Portsmouth the recognition it deserves and encourage more people to experience what makes the city special.

Portsmouth in three words: Salt-of-the-earth (Natty gets an extra word!)

Behind the Bio / Pompey Particulars

When he's not serving up Caribbean flavours, you'll often find Natty and his new puppy walking Portsmouth's seafront on the new promenade.