Tonka Bean
Remember, I mentioned that on our way to Morang river we got the smell of Tonka bean? Well today I […]
Pumpkin and Salt Fish: a simple meal
This pumpkin and salt fish is a tasty dish for days when you want to eat a simple meal. While
Delicious Nutty and Roasted Coconut Chutney
It is time to challenge yourself, try this delicious coconut chutney. The name says it all… The nutty taste of
Tambran or Tamarind Balls: Sweet, Sour and Peppery
Have you ever had tamarind balls? Tambran or tamarind balls is a delightful Caribbean snack that evey child had grown up
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Trini Bloggers Unite
Are you a trini blogger? Do you post often? Have you posted within the last month? I’m embarking on a
Fry Caraili (Karela)
There are some vegetables that I did not like while growing up and without a doubt Caraili was one of
Rice and Curry Beef with Potatoes
Beef! How many ways shall I cook thee! I can stew you, bake you, or grill you, but today I’m
A Refreshing Grapefruit Juice
Freshly squeezed grapefruit juice is terrific for the hot days in the Caribbean. This citrus is so refreshing, I can
Sada Roti and Fry Aloo (Potato)
Simplicity…That’s the word that comes to mind when I think of Trini cooking. After posting these trini recipes thus far,
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Mothers Day
Today in Trinidad and Tobago we celebrate Mothers Day. A special time indeed, where we honour all mothers. So what
Veggie Wraps: A wholesome choice
I am preparing some veggie wraps for this post. Yes, I am back in full swing. I really missed posting.
A Hot Peppery Mango Anchar
Tell me, Yuh eh feelin’ for ah piece? :0) Just looking at the picture I am feeling for piece of
Chadon Beni: #1 Trini Herb Extraordinaire
What is Chadon Beni Chadon beni or shado beni is a herb with a strong pungent scent and flavor that
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Healthy Food Idea: Developing Your Food Philosophy
We all have a personal philosophy for our life that determines our food philosophy. Our personal philosophy affect the choices
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Pak Choi and Rice
Today, I have a meal that can be prepared within 30 minutes; it is Pak choi and Rice. This meal
A Good Friday Lunch
I Just love a Good Friday lunch. Good Friday has come and gone and Easter is breathing down our necks…
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3 Tips When Planning Your Wedding Budget
Weddings can be expensive, so planning your wedding budget is a must. Sometimes, a couple may take a loan to
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The food budget: Bad habits that interfere with the food bill
There are months when my food bill would go as budgeted, then there are times things don’t seem to go
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Wonderfully Herbed Dumpling and Saltfish
I’ve been busy as you all know, but I decided to take a break from everything else and post as
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How to Budget for Food
Some people find it difficult to budget, that is whey we have this article for our reader: How to Budget
A Totally Tasty Trini Spinach Lasagna
Have you ever been lost for words to describe how something tasted? Well! This spinach lasagna did that to me;
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Budgeting For Food
Rising food prices and inflation has made it a challenge budgeting for food each month. Many give up before even
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A Carnival Story IV : Port of Spain
Carnival started off as usual despite the rain. However, by midday it was blazing hot sun. Here are some highlights
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A Carnival Story III : Jouvert in Chaguanas
While I was enjoying myself in Maracas, my friend Brent and his crew was having a good time in Chaguanas.
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A Carnival Story II : Jouvert in Maracas
In the wee hours of Carnival Monday morning, while most were asleep, revelers were in the streets all over Trinidad
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A Carnival Story I : Carnival Sunday Lime
Even before Dimanche Gras started on Sunday evening we were already enjoying ourselves. The village of LLuengo in Maracas had
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Carnival 2k9
A Carnival Story I: Carnival Sunday Lime A Carnival Story II : Jouvert in MaracasA Carnival Story III : Jouvert
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The 1-2-3 of Credit Card Use
Here are the 1-2-3 of credit card use. Welcome to the credit card club. You are now the holder of
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The Hidden Truth About Soda
Sodas or soda drinks, called sweet drinks in T & T, are very popular. Studies have shown that the average
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10 Great Trini Snacks
Besides the many fruits you can partake of in the Caribbean, especially Trinidad and Tobago, there are some memorable Trini
The Vegetable Garden: A rewarding experience
A marvelous idea to save on the food bill is to make a vegetable garden. Importantly, you do not need
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Acceptable Snacks
Everyone love to eat snacks. It gives us that extra energy during the morning after breakfast and during the evening
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The Surprising Connections of Television and Food Consumption
You should note that television and food consumption can go hand in hand. The effects of watching too much television
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Thinking about Health and Budgeting
It is possible to accomplish the goals of health and budgeting if we keep them in the right perspective. We
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You are what you eat. Really!
Having a long conversation with a 97 year old lady got me to wonder about how fortunate it is to
Crispy Yam Chips
First of all I would like to say that this has been a very wet dry season so far. I
A Hearty Meal – Yam and Smoke Herring
With Lent just around the corner I find it fitting to have a meal like yam and smoke herring for
A Moist, Delicious Carrot Cake
How about a delicious, moist carrot cake? It’s been a while since we did any baking. My sister felt for
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10 Ideas to Stretch Your Wedding Food Budget
Here are 10 ideas to stretch your wedding food budget. If saving money is what you want, so you have
Bake and Shark: An experience at home
A bake and shark at Maracas Bay is truly an experience for both tourists and locals alike. In my list