Trinidad cocoa is most prized because of its high quality, fine flavor, and distinct fruity taste….READ MORE
The Bittersweet Story of Cocoa Farming in Trinidad and Tobago (Part One) Read Post »
Last time at La Vega I showed you all a mouthwatering picture of barbecue pigtail and the response from many
A Delicious Barbecue Pigtail Read Post »
OK, Let me calm myself a bit before I excitedly write about my new found treasure in Organic Eating and
What Have I Been Up To? Just Shopping…Organic Shopping That is! Read Post »
My mother-in- law makes a mean Coconut sweet bread that rivals that of St Mary’s Bakery. In fact, when I
Coconut Sweet Bread – Healthy Coconut Goodness Read Post »
It is a good idea to eat healthy, but even better just eating healthy during pregnancy. A balance diet ensures
Eating Healthy During Pregnancy Read Post »
Time for some Sorrel Jam. Sorrel seems to be scarce these days, now that the season is long gone. The
Dietary Fiber (according to the medical dictionary) is a “nutrient in the diet that is not digested by gastrointestinal enzymes”.
Eight Facts About Dietary Fiber Read Post »
Everyone should aim to eat healthy and develop their awareness of healthy food choices. Eating healthy depends on the choices
Healthy Food Choices Read Post »
Eating Healthy is a great way in fighting stress. Stress is one of those negative factors that is difficult to
Fighting Stress by Eating Healthy Read Post »
This was one recipe long in the making and with a lot of nudging and almost begging by one particular
Trinidad Garlic Pork Read Post »
Roast pork is a special dish meant for the busy holidays. The busy holidays have left me with some stray
The Best Roast Pork Read Post »
There is a link between diet and antisocial behaviour, commonly shown in expressed aggression. The National Institutes of Health scientists
Linking Diet and Antisocial Behaviour Read Post »
Today, I am posting a traditional favorite, curry conchs and dumpling. But first I must say: A pleasant good day
An Irresistible Tasty Curry Conchs and Dumpling Read Post »
Spices are an important trading commodity for many countries, such as India, Philippines, China, Grenada, Mexico, Uganda etc. Spices can
Good Cooking: Know Your Spices Read Post »
Parang music is one of Trinidad and Tobago’s folk music that seems in a remarkable way to stay true to
The Remarkable Origins and Heritage of Trinidad’s Parang Music Read Post »
How about an easy breakfast recipe, grilled cheese sandwich. Let’s face it. Not every one likes to prepare large meals
The Best Sandwich: Grilled Cheese Sandwich Read Post »
Red Mango is popular snack in Trinidad and Tobago. “Yuh want ah mango? Dance de shango……” As a child growing
Red Mango – The Best Childhood Snack Read Post »
Do you have any left-over slices of bread and you’re tired of eating them in the normal way? If you
A Remarkable Bread Pudding Read Post »
A Fruit salad is a marvelous way to get your regular serving of fruits for the day in a delectable
A Healthy Caribbean Fruit Salad Read Post »
If you ever had zebapique tea you most likely really needed it. Zebapique is a popular herb used in Trinidad
When I think about junk food, I think of the many fruit juices with added sugar, preservatives and flavorings; then
The Wonders of High Fructose Corn Syrup Read Post »
This recipe of Kachourie or Kachori reminds me of many things. The night was cool and the darkest night for
The Best Divali Treat – Kachourie Read Post »
This recipe was long in the planning and making; and my good friend Brian told me that he had a
The timing couldn’t be as fitting as when this lime was organised. I was finished with school and the lime
What Have I been up to? Liming at La Vega Read Post »
When it comes to Trini cooking, one of the dishes that truly identifies with our culture is pelau. Everyone on
The Best Pelau To Date Read Post »
Dhal and rice is one of my favourite dishes and together with fry dry or fry jashwa as we call
Another Amazing Dish: Rice and Dhal and Fry Jashwa (Fry Dry) Read Post »
Salt Mackerel and Provision is a classic Trini dish that we love to cook. Although salt mackerel is traditionally eaten
Salt Mackerel and Provision: A Classical Good Friday Dish Read Post »
A cup of orange peel tea in the morning is like beginning a wonderful day laid back by the beach.
A Wonderful Tea: Orange Peel Tea Read Post »
When I was invited to my sister’s birthday lime down Scotland Bay I just couldn’t resist. So with camera in
What have I been up to? – Scotland Bay Lime Read Post »
Stir fry vegetables is a quick side dish that goes with just any main dish. Lately, I’ve been invited to
Stir Fry Vegetables Read Post »
One of very most favourite side dish is potato au gratin. The term ‘Au gratin’ is a culinary technique, derived
The Number 1 Favourite Side Dish: Potato Au Gratin Read Post »
This year I baked my Christmas ham in the simplest way possible: no boiling like last year, no glaze, no
Trini Christmas Ham II Read Post »
Cornmeal porridge always takes me back to my childhood days. It was one of my favorite porridge second to cassava
One taste of Corn Pie brings me a rush of memories……It was Sunday; the old man’s leg had been amputated
The Most Delicious and Memorable Corn Pie Read Post »
Sights During The Rainy Season I have not eaten curry crab and cassava dumplings in a while. With the rainy
Curry Crab and Cassava Dumplings: An enjoyable feast Read Post »
The tradition of producing preserved fruit, like this preserved five finger, has been a time honoured tradition here in Trinidad
A Sweet Snack: Preserved Five Finger Read Post »
The Carambola tree was loaded, and so it was time for a five finger chow. Ok! since we picked so
Five Finger Chow: A delicious and nutritious snack Read Post »
The dasheen plant’s use is very versatile in the hands of an experienced Trini cook. Actually, we use the whole
Saheena I: An Authentic Divali Special Read Post »
After Divali prayers when sweet meats were shared, the first thing I would look for in the little paper bags
Barfi: A Divali Favourite Read Post »
Comfort food! That’s what this dish, split peas and rice with pigtail, is all about. Pickled pigtail has always been
Split Peas and Rice with Pigtail Read Post »
This Sweet Potato Punch took some getting used to since it was new to me. And the thought of drinking
Sweet Potato Punch Read Post »
With the different variations there are to a good callaloo, I decided to post my mom’s callaloo recipe. Unlike my
Callaloo II: A Delicious Spicy Soup Read Post »
