What do you think of when you hear the name Trinidad and Tobago? Stories about the islands vary among citizens, migrants and visitors as they share experiences about the people, food, music, entertainment, places, language, sports and politics. For every positive story, a bad one jumps out to rain on …
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Backyard Rum Punch: Exquisite drink with local fruit flavours
The Backyard Rum Punch has infiltrated the market and is providing customers with alcohol they can enjoy with unmatched versatility. It is Exquisite Liquorsâ newest product and they offer a range of locally crafted beverages that place a modern twist on traditional classics. They differentiate themselves from the competition by …
Read More »Tasty and healthy cocoa pod
Sucking on cocoa pod seeds is another fun activity that mischievous children might do when walking home from school. Just like when they stone down or climb the mango, plum, and chenette trees located in angry people’s yards, you can spot the young happy ones stealing cocoa pods and running …
Read More »Home-cooked food loaded with taste and love
âI started cooking when I came to Trinidad to live… I fell in love with the kitchen and cooking.â Cassilda Spencer sells home-cooked lunches to workers at companies by order. She shares her story, photos and contact information with readers. My recipes are loaded with taste and love. I make …
Read More »Flourless rolled oats pancakes for diabetics
Click image to order Bob’s Red Mill Gluten Free Extra Thick Rolled Oats, 32 Ounce. Anyone who has been diagnosed with diabetes will know flour can negatively impact on your blood sugar readings. Most breakfast recipes call for flour as its principle ingredient from breakfast cereals, breads, pancakes, waffles and even soups. …
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 »Breadfruit – eat it roasted, fried or steamed
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 »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 itâs as though I won the lottery. Bowl of eight to ten …
Read More »Satisfy your dark chocolate cravings
By Candida Khan. For all chocolate lovers, this is for you. I am completely obsessed with chocolate. It helps me through my bad days and hard times. Dark chocolate is my favourite. What I love to do is make my âchocolate mixâ. Every day, I make a small bowl of magic …
Read More »Balata fruit a first for me
By Marika Mohammed. Itâs the first time Iâve heard of such a thing, balata. It has a nice ring to it though. Balata, like a song. But what is it really? Continuously awed of the things grown right here in Trinidad, balata is another little rare gem. The rare balata First …
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