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Let’s stray just a little from the typical hot cocoa tea we enjoy throughout the Caribbean and give it a festive twist with the addition of sorrel. Cocoa tea has always been a staple in our kitchens, especially for breakfast, and growing up in Guaracara, Trinidad, it was something we looked forward to on cooler…
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Guava Sorrel Concentrate is a flavorful Caribbean drink base that brings together the tart, floral notes of dried sorrel with the tropical sweetness of ripe guava. While sorrel is a must-have drink during the Christmas holidays in the Caribbean, this Guava Sorrel Concentrate can be enjoyed throughout the year. I especially enjoy using it during…
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The Trinidad Chicken Pastelle Recipe is one of those dishes that lets you know Christmas has arrived in Trinidad and Tobago. While beef pastelles are the traditional standard, this chicken version is the one I make for my family every year, and it signals the real start of our holiday cooking. It keeps the familiar…
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Every Christmas season, there’s one drink that signals the holidays have truly arrived, and for me, it’s always a glass of sorrel, even as a little fella in Trinidad and Tobago. This Pineapple Sorrel Drink builds on the traditional Caribbean sorrel drink we all know and love, while adding a gentle tropical twist that feels…
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As I developed this Incredible Wine Braised Oxtail, I wanted to highlight the rich depth that a good red wine can bring to slow-cooked meats, especially when paired with the familiar flavors of Caribbean cooking. You’ll still find the herbs, pimento, and warmth you expect in a comforting oxtail dish, but this version leans into…
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Apple Thyme Mashed Potatoes may not be the first dish you’d expect to see on a site dedicated to Caribbean food culture, but over the years I’ve enjoyed sharing the recipes that make their way onto my own family table here in Canada. As part of my “In Season” series, I highlight dishes that may…
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Holiday cooking has a special way of bringing cultures together, and this Caribbean Black Rum Cake & Panettone Bread Pudding is exactly that kind of dish. I grew up knowing that every Caribbean household kept a jar of dried fruit soaked in a mix of rum and fortified wine, topped up year after year after…
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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…
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A Warm, Comforting Caribbean Dessert Admittedly, I was never the biggest fan of sweet rice (aka kheer in Guyana) growing up — some of you may know it as rice pudding — but over the years, I’ve learned to appreciate its creamy texture and comforting sweetness. What really made me fall in love with this…
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A Caribbean classic made with green mango, curry powder, and spices for a tangy, savory, and slightly sweet dish perfect with roti or as a side. Incredible Curry Mango is one of those timeless Caribbean dishes that takes something simple—green mango—and transforms it into something unforgettable. Not to be confused with mango talkari (takari) or…
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When it comes to quick and satisfying meals, rice dishes hold a special place in Caribbean kitchens. This Easy Chicken Flavoured Rice Recipe is one I reach for when I want something full of flavor but not too heavy. It’s a versatile rice dish that works just as well in the heat of summer as…
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When it comes to Caribbean comfort food, a well-made Trinbagonian Corn Pie is always a winner. Much like our famous macaroni pie, this dish is hearty, savory, and baked until golden on top. Despite the word “pie” in the name, this is not a dessert—it’s a rich casserole layered with sweet corn, creamy milk, cornmeal,…
