There is nothing that says Christmas more than sorrel so when you do your chicken why not try sorrel chicken. You see sorrel selling everywhere on our highways and byways, in markets and groceries all around the country. This is a recipe that goes well with grilled chicken or the Christmas baked …
Read More »Divali Nagar – what an event!
Traffic jam, thousands of people, religious icons, and plenty of action describe the last day describe the scene at the last day of the Divali Nagar 2016 known as the largest celebration of Divali in the Western hemisphere. The event took place at the Divali Nagar in Chaguanas on Friday, …
Read More »Trini Christmas cards by mom and daughter
Parang, sorrel, ginger beer, ponche de creme and remembering the reason for the season all make it a great Christmas in Trinidad and Tobago. These Christmas favourites are nicely designed and offered on Christmas cards. Original words and artwork on Christmas cards The Christmas cards come in assorted packs showcasing …
Read More »Farmer struggles with dry season and thieves
By Candida Khan. During the struggles of the dry season, all crops usually fight for their lives without water. Some die, others survive. The sun and heat dry out the land making it so cracked that water would just run off the ground. Now, whenever it rains, Dad is so …
Read More »Callaloo soup a delicious, healthy meal
By Annisa Phillip. A visit to Vincy land – St Vincent and the Grenadines – last year introduced me to callaloo soup; blended dasheen leaves with dumplings and provision – one of the many meals I enjoyed during my stay. When I came back home to Trinidad I decided to make …
Read More »Scenic Port of Spain on Lady Chancellor Hill
What a magnificent sight! Many people who visit Lady Chancellor Hill have the pleasure of taking in the scenic views of Port of Spain both at day and night. Persons exercising take advantage of the peaceful ambiance of the hill while enjoying the beauty that spreads before them in the …
Read More »Icacos at the end of Trinidad
Icacos - the end of Trinidad It’s a whole day thing if you’re starting from the north and driving to the end of Trinidad to Icacos. There are a lot of beaches so you may want to try a stop and go method. There isn’t any malls, movie centres, or restaurants. It’s like going back to a time when Trinidad was just starting to
Read More »Caroni Swamp just a boat ride away!
By Nadia Ali. Peaceful, serene and green, that’s how a tour on the Caroni Swamp Bird Sanctuary boat ride felt like as we took to the water to see the Scarlet Ibis, the national bird of sweet T&T nest return to roost in mangroves of the Caroni Swamp. It is located …
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