tamarind season
n.— «For merchants, this is what is known as the “tamarind season”…the slow season which sees a sharp decline in consumer spending. This period calls for much creativity among retailers to woo customers and effectively augment sales.» —“Retailers get creative to combat slow season” by Donna Hussey-Whyte Jamaica Observer (Kingston) Jan. 24, 2007. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)