I must admit that I have a weakness for all things coconut. The fact that I live in the Caribbean and coconuts are synonymous with island life, may have something to do with that. I always have a stock of coconut products on hand for cooking and baking. Essentials are coconut water and coconut milk….
Category: Food
Brazilian Gluten-Free Cheese Puff
If you’ve ever been to a Brazilian Steak House restaurant, chances are you have tasted these delicious little cheese “breads”. This recipe came to me via a good friend Lauretta who has lived in Brazil. They are made with tapioca flour and are gluten-free. These little balls of deliciousness puff up beautifully while in the…
The Story Behind Guyanese Girl Haitian Soul [PART 1]
Living in Haiti these last 27 plus years has been a blessing as well as a test of the strength of my character. I remember the early days after I got married when I did not speak the language and missed my family and familiar things so much. It was not the era of FaceTime…
Caribbean Style Floats and Saltfish Buljol
If you are from the English speaking Caribbean and particularly Guyana and Trinidad, you will be fond of this typical meal. For many it’s a Sunday morning breakfast or a family dinner. There really is no absolute right or wrong time to enjoy this combo. I grew up loving my Mother’s delicious bakes and saltfish…
Accra: Haiti’s Favorite Appetizer
In Haiti when you’re waiting for dinner and the hunger pangs are being aroused, the most delightful and welcome “amuse-bouche” which can be served is a plate of piping hot crisp Accra. This hors d’oeuvre transcends all others and is the perfect bite to accompany drinks, both alcoholic or non-alcoholic. These little golden fritters are…
The Best Belgian Waffles
Breakfast is one of my absolute favorite meals. During the week however, the morning rush in my house does not allow for leisurely breakfasts. I have found myself quite disappointed after getting up early to make a cooked breakfast; only to be told that there is simply no time to eat. I can whip up…
Breadfruit Croquettes Island style
Bread fruit is delicious and versatile. Whenever it is in season, I buy them often as they are a family favorite. As they ripen quickly in the warm weather here in Haiti, I find it most practical to prepare them for storage in my freezer for quick and easy use whenever I feel like having…
Passion Fruit Mousse
With passion fruit in season, it’s quite easy to find these delectable delights everywhere. I buy them buy the dozen and my family are spoiled with fresh passionfruit juice several times per week. I have also been making portion controlled packets and freezing them for use whenever I need them. The pulp and seeds keep…
Nothing better than a bowl of warm comforting oatmeal with cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves and drizzled with some local Haitian honey. Good morning and have a safe day. It’s the calm before the storm as Hurricane Irma makes her way towards us.Bonne journée tout moun🇭🇹
Nothing better than a bowl of warm comforting oatmeal with cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves and drizzled with some local Haitian honey. Good morning and have a safe day. It’s the calm before the storm as Hurricane Irma makes her way towards us.Bonne journée tout moun🇭🇹
Can’t wait to eat this morning bowl of Greek yoghurt with homemade meuslix and a drizzle of mango compote. I added fresh Mamey also known as Abricot in Haiti and some slices of fresh kiwi .
Can’t wait to eat this morning bowl of Greek yoghurt with homemade meuslix and a drizzle of mango compote. I added fresh Mamey also known as Abricot in Haiti and some slices of fresh kiwi .