Although the benefits of breakfast are highly touted, today, many people continue to ignore this important meal. Some children, in particular, will ignore their breakfast or settle for something to eat that is unhealthy. In a recent article, the jamaicaobserver.com highlighted three top breakfast picks for kids that can be prepared in heartbeat. So here goes: Popping a yogurt is […]
The Easter bun is a favorite snack among Jamaicans and is eaten especially during Easter holiday. The eating of Easter bun has its tradition not only rooted in British history, but also paganism. In Ancient Babylon, cross buns were offered to Ishtar, the pagan goddess of fertility, love, war, and sex. Ancient Greeks also made similar cakes to honor the […]
Early Chinese migrants came to Jamaica as far back as in the 19th century. Since then, they have integrated themselves into the society and have contributed significantly to the country’s growth and development. Today, the Chinese cuisine has become a popular mainstay of the dining experience throughout Jamaica. One of the items that one can find readily on the menu […]
It is said that if you haven’t eaten Jamaican steam fish, you haven’t had steam fish at all — “nobody does it better.” Steam fish and crackers are a favorite at any eating joint in Jamaica and also popular among Jamaican householders. Here is how the people at Gracefood.com make it: Ingredients: 2 cup(s) fish stock 1 cup(s) Irish potato, […]
Not all cassava pone is equal, but one will never know this until one has taken a bite of Guyanese cassava pone. This Guyanese delicacy is made from cassava, a root vegetable. It is a sweet treat and can neither be classified as a cake nor pudding but somewhat in between — let’s just say it’s pone! Here is how […]
Beef Stroganoff or Beef Stroganov is a Russian dish of sautéed pieces of beef served in a sauce with smetana. From its origins in mid-19th-century Russia, it has become popular around the world, with considerable variation from the original recipe. Here is one way that it can be done: Ingredients 1⁄2 cup minced onion 1 cup sour cream 1 garlic […]
Mr Vegas-Now warm and easy Josey wales–Lord Mr Vegas-Big up man like Josey Wales Shaggy- A said there’s nothing like sweet sweet Jamaica Mr. Vegas Christmas in Jamaica is an extraordinary holiday season. It is filled with non-stop celebrations, special treats, entertainment, parties, festivals, church worship, and happy gatherings of friends and family. Moreover, people go all out to make […]
Although curry goat is a dish that has its origin in South Asia, it has become very popular in Indo-Caribbean cuisine. This dish has spread throughout the English speaking Caribbean and also the Caribbean diaspora in North America and Great Britain. It is an all-time favorite for Jamaicans and is a must have in any celebration. Here is how it is prepared: Ingredients: 1kg goat’s meat […]
Today people around the Caribbean experiment with different ingredients and foods to add a greater range and delight to their menu. They also do so to up their game in pleasing their palate as well as to entertain their guests and show off their culinary skills. Now, here is how people from St. Vincent and the Grenadines, a southern Caribbean […]
A bowl of red pea (called kidney beans in other places) soup is a delight for any Jamaican. It is traditionally served as a family dinner on a Saturday. Today, one would be hard pressed not to find it on the menu at any Jamaican restaurant. The combination of its rich ingredients makes for a healthy and sumptuous meal that […]
