FOOD

Watermelon cultivation in Trinidad and Tobago represents a thriving agricultural tradition anchored by regional varieties such as Mickeylee, Paladin, Sentinel and Top Gun. Local production relies heavily on fertile low-lying areas, including Plum Mitan, Biche, Mayaro and Aranguez, where lagoon conditions support vine growth. Recent agricultural shifts have seen farmers …

By Douglas Soo Yam, chef. What can I say about myself… I am a chef, a lecturer, a student, a guide. Currently, I am in my last semester at Trinidad and Tobago Hospitality and Tourism Institute (TTHTI) completing my BSc in Culinary Management; as a chef you can never stop learning …

Trinidadian identity remains deeply connected to cultural expression through authentic culinary traditions and natural speech patterns when travelling abroad. Maintaining local linguistic identity and cooking traditional festive dishes such as pastelles, black cake, and punch de crème allows citizens of Trinidad and Tobago to preserve their heritage anywhere in the …

Sweet, salty or sour snacks in Valencia offer a unique culinary experience that highlights the rich food culture and roadside vendor traditions of Trinidad. Visitors traveling through the eastern village of Valencia encounter a diverse array of traditional local delicacies designed to satisfy every palate preference. The culinary landscape features …

Trinidadian confectioner Annisa Phillip preserves Caribbean culinary heritage through handcrafted milk fudge and coconut toolum. Her artisanal approach relies on traditional techniques, precise temperature control and unrefined molasses to capture authentic regional flavours. The featured profile examines how heritage recipes foster economic empowerment while sustaining local food traditions against mass-market …