2023 was a year of unexpected twists for me. With some changes in my job status and a rise in living expenses, it has been a time of reflection and self-discovery. Despite these challenges, I have found joy and gratitude in the little things – like the opportunity to explore a handful of fantastic restaurants.... Continue Reading →
Beyond its playful preparation, the bum sandwich embodies the joy of innovation in the kitchen, inviting us to rethink how we make and enjoy our meals. It celebrates the unexpected, proving that the simplest methods can sometimes lead to the most memorable experiences. You make and sit on a bum sandwich to melt the cheese... Continue Reading →
My daughter and her boyfriend have caught masala fever - they cannot stop going to Indian restaurants to try different dishes. Their latest obsession is Mango Chicken Curry. I had seen that dish on the menu before but never tried it because I thought it would be overly sweet. It is indeed sweet, but it... Continue Reading →
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 →
We have a family tradition that we have been practicing for the last ten years – on the day after Thanksgiving; I buy the Christmas tree and while the chickens decorate I make turkey soup using the leftovers from the day before. Over the years, I have tweaked the soup a little, using fresh... Continue Reading →
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