Dhal & Dumpling soup is a simple soup made with split peas, seasonings and flour dumplings. It’s vegan, hearty and filling. Perfect for a cold, rainy or even a sunny day. I started this dhal & dumpling soup in the...

Good morning! Hope everyone had a great Christmas. It was a peaceful one for me, with some of my favorite people and my favorite foods. Christmas is not Christmas without my mom’s cooking and the red beans and callaloo combination...

  Sponge cake has been my arch-nemesis. Over the years, I have tried many variations, had many failures, and had many delicious successes. I could never decide which version I loved best, which is why I’ve never shared this recipe...

'Sazon Chicken' is a family favorite and this recipe is my twist on a Caribbean Classic, pollo guisado. This recipe is inspired by my favorite Cuban restaurant on Fulton Street, Downtown Manhattan. What is Pollo Guisado--Sazon Chicken? Pollo Guisado(chicken stew),...

Rice is a staple in any Caribbean Kitchen. Here are the top rice recipes on this site and in our house! From the veggie loaded Trini Fried Rice to a plate of comforting pelau, a one pot dish, these rice...

"Trinidad Hops bread is essentially dinner rolls.  In Trinidad, it’s eaten for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It has a unique softness, delicate, airy, light chew, and totally satisfying." As I shared on Facebook over the weekend, we ate a hearty...

Chicken soup is undoubtedly comfort food for everyone, everywhere. In the Caribbean, our chicken soup is hearty and healthy. It's superb for rainy days, snowy days, sunny days, Saturdays and pandemic days! Today I am sharing my secret family recipe...

This post, Top 10 Vegan Veggie Recipes in Trinidad will provide you with meal ideas and a list of Trini favorites for when you need to add more vegan or vegetarian dishes to your normal meal rotations. Diwali will be...

It was a tradition in our house when I was a child to eat fresh homemade bread, ham, and hot sauce on Christmas mornings. Now, even though I am older and have a house and family of my own, I...

The adventure of making a traditional kitchari-the simple version that Grandma made..... Last Sunday was earmarked as my official day off from the kitchen. With a playful decree to my husband that today, the oven stays cold and the stove...

Many recipes call for freshly grated coconut, but how do you make it? Today I will teach you in a few simple steps. Making freshly grated coconut from dried coconut is a simple process. Here's a step-by-step guide to help...

What is Trinidad Chicken Roti? Trinidad Chicken Roti isn't just a dish; it's an amalgamation of Trinidad's culinary favorites—roti, curry chicken, and an array of tantalizing accompaniments and condiments that cater to every taste bud, from the mild to the...

Trinidad Curry Chicken stands as a testament to the fusion of cultures that defines Trinidadian cuisine. Born from the historical migration of Indian Indentured laborers to Trinidad during the colonial era, this dish embodies the vibrant flavors and rich history...

Here are some delicious Curry Chicken Recipes, one for each day of the week if you so desire! Welcome to an enticing glimpse into the diverse flavors of Trinidad through our compilation of seven irresistible curry chicken recipes (some may...

There's something undeniably comforting about a bowl of creamy garlic chicken pasta. This is a dish that brings together the rich flavors of tender chicken, velvety cream, lots of garlic (if you wish), and herbs (use cilantro, parsley, or both)...

Revel in the joys of the ultimate comfort food with Curry Stew Turkey: the culmination of both Trini curry and stew. Bursting with rich flavors, this dish offers a fusion of traditional cooking techniques, the stewing process, and vibrant spices...

Sada Eddoes: In Trinidad, we have some of the most delicious and simple vegan dishes. These are the recipes we grew up on. Recipes created by our great grandparents who came to Trinidad to work in the sugar cane plantation....

Peruvian Roasted Chicken with Green Sauce Peruvian cuisine is a delightful fusion of indigenous flavors, Spanish influences, and hints of Asian and African culinary techniques. Among the many dishes that showcase the rich tapestry of Peruvian gastronomy, Peruvian Roasted Chicken...

Picture this: You're cruising along the north coast of Trinidad, make a quick stop at the famous lookout for some Trini snacks for your day's Maracas Beach Lime. After a couple of mins drive, the scenic view of the ocean...

This instant pot curry channa and aloo is being posted by special request. It is well known that cooking curry channa and aloo from scractch(dried beans) can take up to two hours. In this recipe, we are doing it in...

This stewed beef with dumplings is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for these cold, winter days. In this recipe, beef is browned using the traditional ‘burning of the sugar’ method. The only difference from stewed chicken is the addition of...

Here is a recipe for a simple stewed chicken - using less sugar. Stewed chicken is a Trinidadian Classic. Today, we are doing it a little differently-- and healthier. My promise to myself was to start decreasing the amount of...

Yellow Rice and Peas with Coconut Milk This flavorful and easy-to-make yellow rice and peas is perfect for a weeknight meal, a weekend potluck, or even a holiday table. The fragrant coconut milk and adobo give the rice a beautiful...

Today we are making Trinidad black eyed peas pelau to ensure that the New Year brings with it lots of luck, including success, wealth, and prosperity. Before eating 12 grapes under the table on Old Year’s Night was a thing,...

Baked pork or oven-roasted pork around the holidays is a must. This pork is seasoned with a flavorful blend of dried and fresh oregano, adobo, black pepper, a generous amount of minced garlic, green seasoning, onion, and hot pepper. After...

It's the holiday season, and there's no better time to bake a new type of bread to impress yourself or your family! This recipe is a combo of challah and Guyanese plait bread and can be adjusted to make either....

Prepare your taste buds for the mouthwatering flavors of this stewed lamb recipe, a delightful fusion of aromatic Caribbean seasonings and succulent lamb that promise to satisfy everyone at home. I used lamb loin in the video; however, lamb chops...

  Transport your taste buds to the sun-soaked shores of the Caribbean with our tantalizing Caribbean pumpkin rice recipe. This vibrant dish not only captures the essence of the islands but also brings together a symphony of flavors that will...

If you're a fan of the rich flavors in tamarind or mango chutney, Trini Style Cranberry Chutney is sure to captivate your taste buds. This delightful condiment boasts a familiar Trini chutney essence, yet surprises with its straightforward list of...