Travel the world one dish at a time. These globally inspired recipes draw from cultures and cuisines far beyond the Caribbean featuring international flavors I love for the curious home cook.
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Making the perfect Peach Ice Cream From Scratch is not as technical as it may seem. A few simple ingredients you’d expect to see in ice cream, a bit of patience and, of course, an ice cream maker are all you need. With peaches in abundance where I live, close to Winona, Ontario, the peach…
There’s no denying that Cilantro Chimichurri is most closely associated with Argentina and Uruguay, where it’s traditionally served as both a sauce and marinade for grilled meats, especially asado. With a fresh crop of cilantro (coriander) in my garden needing a good pruning, this cilantro chimichurri recipe not only falls perfectly into my “In Season”…
One of the things I look forward to every summer is firing up the grill and making simple family meals that deliver big flavor without requiring a lot of work. These sausages with peppers are one of those summertime dishes I try to make a few times during the warmer months, though I’ll admit they’re…
When I told my mom I was making a Fiddlehead Salad as part of dinner during our daily phone call, I got the feeling she conveniently only heard the word “salad.” Fiddleheads are not something commonly used in the Caribbean kitchen, but after living in Canada longer than I lived in Trinidad and Tobago, foraging…
A Caribbean Twist on Thanksgiving Flavor With Thanksgiving just around the corner, I thought it was only fitting that I shared my Incredible Smoked Jerk Turkey with you all. This recipe was born out of my dislike for traditional oven-roasted turkey, which I’ve always found to be bland. I wanted to honor North American holiday…
A Caribbean Twist on a Global Favorite I’ve had so many requests for this one over the years, and I finally decided to share my take on Pepper Steak. While it’s not considered a traditional Caribbean recipe, I’ve seen it pop up more and more across the islands — especially with a dash of jerk…
A Fresh Take on Homemade Pesto Pesto is one of those kitchen staples that instantly brings flavor and freshness to the table, and my Simple Tasty Chive Pesto is a seasonal twist worth trying. While it’s not as fiery as the Fierce Green Scotch Bonnet Pesto I shared a few years ago, this version emphasizes…
These simple breand and butter pickles are a perfect summer condiment or midnight snack.
When cucumbers are at their peak in the garden, there’s no better way to enjoy them than in this Summertime Creamy Cucumber Salad. Crisp slices of cucumber and onion are tossed in a tangy, herb-packed dressing made with sour cream, mayo, and fresh dill. This salad is quick to prepare, cooling on a hot day,…
Every summer, when the string beans start coming in strong from my garden, I look forward to building simple, flavor-forward dishes like this one. This Garlic and Chive String Beans with Cashews recipe is part of my #InSeason series, which celebrates seasonal ingredients I grow or source locally that inspire everyday cooking at home. I…
A Fruity Caribbean-Inspired Sauce to Elevate Your Summer Meals With friends dropping by on their way to the Toronto Caribbean Carnival (still called Caribana by many of us), I wanted to whip up something special using fruits that are at their peak during summer. Peaches, plums, and cherries were looking perfect at the market, so…
A refreshing shrimp ceviche loaded with citrus, herbs, mango, and avocado.
