This article is a personal account and a first-person narrative detailing a visit to the East Coast of Trinidad to harvest chip chip. The author shares a private experience of travelling to Manzanilla Beach, where the Atlantic tide reveals thousands of tiny, wedge-shaped clams known locally as chip chip. By …

Chacachacare Island features a unique hypersaline environment known as the Salt Pond, which remains a primary destination for hikers exploring the Bocas Islands of Trinidad and Tobago. This personal narrative details an expedition undertaken during the Easter weekend of 1994, documenting the physical journey from a lighthouse basecamp to the …

Mount St Benedict Abbey serves as a premier spiritual and environmental sanctuary in Trinidad and Tobago, offering visitors a serene escape from the pressures of modern life. This personal narrative explores the profound sense of peace found within the monastery grounds, situated high above the Tunapuna plains. The account documents …

International Earth Day on April 22 serves as a critical global reminder to prioritise environmental preservation through consistent local action and sustainable habits. This personal narrative explores the dichotomy between public displays of conservation, such as ceremonial tree planting, and the daily reality of environmental neglect observed through littering. It …

Roucou, derived from the seeds of the Bixa orellana tree, serves as a fundamental natural pigment and flavour enhancer deeply embedded in the culinary traditions of Trinidad and Tobago. Historically utilised by the indigenous Carib population for body adornment, the plant has evolved into a domestic staple known colloquially as …

The craftsmanship of Neil, a dedicated leather artisan based in Trinidad, represents a commitment to high-quality manual production and the preservation of traditional Caribbean trade skills. Operating within a niche market that values durability over mass production, Neil specialises in the creation of bespoke leather goods including belts, sandals, and …