I have always been fascinated by some cooking terms used by my Trinidadian neighbors (Trinis). Many of these words come from India and are used and applied in daily local cuisine. Here are the 3 terms that are most endearing to me. Bonjay, Bunjay, Bounjay (pronounced boon-jay) Bonjay is the method of slow-cooking meat until... Continue Reading →
There is something truly magical about a dish that can transport you to cherished memories and faraway lands with just a few simple ingredients. This 3-ingredient Mac and cheese recipe, a delightful secret passed down from my aunt in Grenada, is a culinary treasure. In the warm, vibrant heart of the Caribbean, she mastered the... Continue Reading →
So what is Calalou? It is not exactly a dish that can be easily found on Miami restaurants' menus. It is a simple, warm, and nourishing soup that can be made at home. Calalou (also spelt callaloo, calaloo, or kallaloo) is either a soup or a stew made with okra and dasheen or spinach leaves.... Continue Reading →
Mister B. suggested that we visit Dukunoo Jamaican Kitchen in Wynwood. It's unlike any other Caribbean restaurant I have been to in Miami ā so very pretty, elegant in a whimsical kind of way, eclectic and full of flamboyant art on the walls. Color and comfort are two things that strike you when you first... Continue Reading →
There are so many ways of making good curry chicken that it was hard to pick a recipe to share. This is one of my super-favorite dishes to eat with rice and sliced avocados. The version below I got from Foodie Nation, a really exceptional website and YouTube channel in terms of content about Trini... Continue Reading →
I first visited Tacos and Tattoos back in 2015, at their first location in Kendall. My chickens and I used to go there all the time, especially on Taco Tuesdays. In a fit of nostalgia, we decided to pay them another visit only to find out that they have a new location, still close to... Continue Reading →
This year I have been visiting restaurants that are closer to home. La Isla del Encanto is a place that I drive by almost daily but never really tried the food, except for some bacalaĆtos (cod fritters) that I picked up to go a while back. It was time to give their food a proper... Continue Reading →
It all started with a phone call with a friendly voice at the other end. You could hear Marcia Changās smile as she answered questions about the restaurantās opening hours and menu. The positive vibe continued as we entered this colorful restaurant with reggae music playing in the background. I was eager to try Jamaican-... Continue Reading →
Island Restaurant is a little gem of an eatery that is close to where we live. I have been going there for years but never even thought about writing about it - the food was too familiar, not exotic enough. It was time to pay some more attention to Caribbean cuisine. The food served here... Continue Reading →
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