Trinidad and Tobago Carnival is an annual event held on the Monday and Tuesday preceding Ash Wednesday, signaling the beginning of the Lenten season. It is one of the largest carnivals in the Caribbean and is known for its lively music, colorful costumes, and festive atmosphere. T&T carnival features a variety of spectaular events, including calypso and soca competitions, steel…
Mango Anchar (or you may say Mango Achar), is one of those spicy condiments enjoyed with curry dishes (or on it’s own as a snack), typically made when mango are in season in the Caribbean.… Mango Anchar (or you may say Mango Achar), is one of those spicy condiments enjoyed with curry dishes (or on it’s own as a snack),…
We’ve all dreamt of that perfect Caribbean island escape, relaxing on palm-fringed beaches with a rum punch or two. But sadly, you can’t be in 7,000 places at once. That’s why we’ve narrowed down our favourite Caribbean islands and why we love them. Barbados Barbados is full of fun in the sun. There are loads of festivals to get involved…
Yet another CLASSIC Caribbean one-pot dish from my childhood, which holds a special place in my heart. Usually mom would make this with Salted Pigtails, but in my case, I had smoked salted pigtails on…Yet another CLASSIC Caribbean one-pot dish from my childhood, which holds a special place in my heart. Usually mom would make this with Salted Pigtails, but…
Pepper Calamari (or Squid, depending on where on the island you order from) is a MUST-HAVE dish whenever I visit my homeland of Trinidad and Tobago. I find that the more expensive the restaurant, it’s…Pepper Calamari (or Squid, depending on where on the island you order from) is a MUST-HAVE dish whenever I visit my homeland of Trinidad and Tobago.…
Unlike 95% of the curry dishes you’ll find in the Caribbean, where there’s usually a gravy or sauce, this one is dry. Don’t let the word ‘dry’ confuse you into thinking it will be bland…Unlike 95% of the curry dishes you’ll find in the Caribbean, where there’s usually a gravy or sauce, this one is dry. Don’t let the word…