Coconut Drops, the miniature version of Coconut Sweetbread, has always been a favourite locally. Basically using the same ingredients of Coconut Sweetbread, you get a handy homemade snack that is completely different from its larger version. Just like Coconut Sweetbread, it played an important role in our childhood in the Caribbean. …
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The versatile Roucou or Ookoo plant
The versatile Roucou or Ookoo plant By Omilla Mungroo. Someone once told me a globally recognised fast food doesn’t taste the same elsewhere as it does here in Trinidad and Tobago. It’s most probably the herbs or seasonings grown here, she said. Others who have travelled to the US and other …
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 »How to spend wisely for the holidays
By Nadia Ali. It’s the holiday season and you know there will be extra family gatherings, food, gifts, decorations, cooking, outfits and running around. On local TV, there are already a slew of jingle bell bank loan adverts encouraging you to take out a loan to cover your holiday expenses. …
Read More »Phone app development and more for youth
“Given the necessity in Trinidad to align the energy of the youth into a productive application, courses are being offered in the second quarter of 2017 to keep the momentum of those youths aspiring to become the entrepreneurs of the future.” These are the positive words of Mark Raymond, a …
Read More »Tasty coconut bake recipe for breakfast
Try this tasty coconut bake recipe that goes well with smoked herring and salt fish buljol for breakfast. Estimated preparation time: 2 hours Estimated cook time: 40 minutes Yield: 2 Ingredients 1 dried coconut or pack grated coconut 4 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 2 tablespoons sugar 1 …
Read More »Hikers trek to Paria Waterfall
Leader of Island Hikers, Mario Russell, led a group of hikers for a three-hour hike which began at Spring Bridge, Blanchisseuse and ended at Paria Waterfall. Joanna Hayde shares photos of her fun trip with the group of more than 200 hikers to Paria Waterfall in 2014. She says that this class five hike was …
Read More »Perusia’s passion for art started early
By Marika Mohammed. This is exactly the case for one person in particular. Perusia Granger is just seventeen years old and already her passion for art is astounding. Art to her is a bond that she shares with her father and her love only evolved to wanting to be a full …
Read More »Top 7 outdoor activities in Whistler
When most people think of Whistler, the resort municipality located in British Columbia, Canada, they initially think about wintertime activities and playing in the snow. However, this skiing mecca has plenty to do during the warmer months too. Here are a few of the top outdoor activities that visitors can’t …
Read More »‘English teachers, you are not alone,’ says Mr Hassan Basarally
“I share material on the subjects I teach… I offer workshops for teachers on the CSEC English SBA and for students on CSEC English Paper 032.” Mr Hassan Basarally, secondary school educator, welcomes students and English teachers to join his workshops. Teachers, you are not alone, you do not need …
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