By Rachael Cedeno. This one is for all those ardent breadfruit lovers out there. Quick question: Did you know that the breadfruit is not indigenous to this region? Back in the 18th century it was actually transported by ships from the Polynesian islands to the British colonies of the Caribbean. Why? …
Read More »Belly fat reduced after 6 easy lifestyle changes
The belly fat battle is a nightmare for both men and women of all shapes and sizes. Belly fat tends to make you look out of shape or older than you are or feel. Women may be tired of sucking in that belly or being asked, “Are you pregnant?” when …
Read More »Blood sugar spikes – signs and 6 lifestyle changes
“Your blood sugar is high and you need to change your lifestyle drastically.” These are the dreadful words many people hear from their doctors. For some, it has reached the point where they depend on Metformin, insulin injection, extreme exercise, and a tasteless diet. Other people who catch the blood …
Read More »Julie mangoes my favourite of all fruits
By Kerry Mc Donald. Mango vert, mango teen… I am sure you are aware of this folk song. I have a weakness for mangoes, but not just any type of mango. Give me a bucket of Julie mangoes and it’s as though I won the lottery. Bowl of eight to ten …
Read More »Try a fruit salad with five fingers or starfruit
Star fruit, five fingers or carambola is in season now. It makes a very nice chow or tastes great on its own when ripened. Here is a fruit salad recipe using this local favourite that will help you stay away from those breakfast sausages during Lent. Estimated preparation time: 10 …
Read More »Perfect skin: 11 lifestyle changes to make
Everyone wants perfect skin and that’s not surprising. There’s a lot you cannot change about your skin – characteristics that are inherent but then again there’s a lot that you can change too! Your lifestyle plays a major role in the way your skin looks and feels. Your activities, your …
Read More »Azerbaijani author’s ‘Caribbean Tears’ a must-read
Azerbaijani author Emiliya Ahmadova lives in Trinidad, has been a scout leader, volunteered in the house for aged people and inspires people for positive changes. Hearing about the plight of Venezuelan victims of trafficking she decided to write a book called Caribbean Tears. It covers all issues that are happening in your society …
Read More »Drivers and passengers meet on ridesafett.com
Karlon St Bernard created an online database where citizens of Trinidad and Tobago can search for a taxi/maxi driver in real-time through their license plate and leave reviews. In this way, passengers can know their drivers before travelling and feel safe on the road. Karlon shares more about his service. …
Read More »Interview questions to ask a potential employer
By LaShaun Ramdin Interviews are a two-way street. Your potential employer is asking you questions to learn about you and your skills. In return, you need to prepare questions to ask your potential employer about the position, your boss and the company in order to be sure that this is …
Read More »Miniatures of past life in Trinidad and Tobago
At Bristol House Miniatures, our focus is on creating art which tells the architectural and cultural stories of life in Trinidad and Tobago during times past. Our products, therefore, are art collectables designed and built with an adult target market in mind, especially to those who constitute our Trinbagonian diaspora. …
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