By Nadia Ali. The trees are rustling, the Caribbean breezes are blowing and colourful kites soar into the blue of the sky. April is the month synonymous with kite flying in the Queenâs Park Savannah, Trinidad. Across in the sister isle of Tobago, December is the month that the annual Tobago …
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By Nadia Ali. Letâs go fly a kite, up to the highest height, Letâs go fly a kite and send it soaring, Up through the atmosphere, up where the air is clear, Oh letâs go fly a kite. Those are the lyrics to a song from the famous âMary Poppinsâ film. …
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Hot Cross Buns can be found everywhere around this time of the year. At Easter time you see these mouth-watering glazed buns crossed with sweet icing in every bakery and supermarket. It seems like for a short period Hot Cross Buns have taken over. In keeping with our philosophy that …
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Romance is in the air, as people make plans for the fast approaching Valentine’s Day. Some may opt to buy expensive shiny things in an effort to win favor with their romantic partner. Here are some simple tips that would make your partner feel loved and show that you really …
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Celebrations would not be complete without fireworks. They have become a part of every public holiday celebration in Trinidad and Tobago. Anyone wishing to use them needs to obtain permission from the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service at least 48 hours in advance. Care must be taken when using fireworks as …
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By Marissa Armoogam. So the August vacation is long gone, everyoneâs back to their usual routine and you, as well as I, know whatâs on most if not all Trinbagonians minds… Christmas holidays…and the scents. We really like our holiday times. For me the excitement to Christmas starts when I am …
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By Candida Khan. Itâs our family tradition to endure the long process of pastelle making. We always make it fun when we get together and play music, chat, and laugh while making awesome pastelles. Some are made with veggies and others are filled with chicken, beef and turkey. Younar Tortilla …
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By Kielon Hilaire. Ask the average celebrator what is the meaning of Christmas and you may have a hard time getting an answer that is more expansive than, âItâs the season for giving and sharing,â or, âItâs that time of year when people celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ.â Children may …
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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 By Omilla Mungroo. Someone once told me a globally recognised fast food doesnât taste the same elsewhere as it does here in Trinidad and Tobago. Itâs most probably the herbs or seasonings grown here, she said. Others who have travelled to the US and other …
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