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 …
Read More »Home-cooked food loaded with taste and love
“I started cooking when I came to Trinidad to live… I fell in love with the kitchen and cooking.” 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 »Creole food for those who love old-fashioned cooking
“My business idea was inspired by my love for cooking and seeing people’s reactions when they taste my food.” Rachelle RV Thompson of Ray’s Place in Port-of-Spain shares her story and photos of her mouth-watering Creole food. Cooking Happiness! That is my tagline. My dishes are mainly traditional Creole food …
Read More »Callaloo soup a delicious, healthy meal
By Annisa Phillip. A visit to Vincy land – St Vincent and the Grenadines – last year introduced me to callaloo soup; blended dasheen leaves with dumplings and provision – one of the many meals I enjoyed during my stay. When I came back home to Trinidad I decided to make …
Read More »Sweet TnT 100 West Indian Recipes
Sweet TnT 100 West Indian Recipes is your kitchen guide to cooking in the Caribbean. Add flavour to your pot and put a smile on everyone’s faces with the right amount of seasonings, spices and stories about the foods you prepare. Inside Sweet TnT 100 West Indian Recipes This cookbook …
Read More »My secret ingredient is love – Wendy-ann
“I love Trinidad and I love cooking, love is my secret ingredient!” says Wendy-ann Alexander, a member of the Church of the Anointed One at Old Road Junction, Saddle Road, San Juan. Chow chow for Christmas Wendy-ann cooks for members of her family, community, church, and anyone who asks her …
Read More »Local food in Trinidad a delectable belly full
By Marissa Armoogam. I think one of the mandatory requirements for being a Trini is that you have to be the owner of an insatiable appetite for our mouth-watering, delectable local food. Growing up in Trinidad almost certainly allows one to develop this Trini trait. Unique style of food preparation Our …
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