Caribbean Recipes

Aloo Puri is a stuffed potato fry bread—a delicious cross between aloo pie and aloo roti. Crispy, chewy, and deeply satisfying! A Fusion of Two Trini Favorites If aloo roti and aloo pie had a baby, this would be it....

Sunday, July 6, 202552 Weeks of Sunday Lunches After two whirlwind weeks of prep, paint, and party, I declared this Sunday one thing only: a day of rest. I didn’t cook. I didn’t clean. I didn’t even move much. I...

This Guyanese Mango Sour is tangy, spicy, and packed with flavor—perfect for pholourie, cassava balls, or chicken feet. Made with half-ripe mangoes and traditional spices. A Flavorful Taste of Guyana Guyanese Mango Sour is one of those iconic condiments that...

The weekend before the 4th of July is always one of the busiest of the year in my home—second only to Thanksgiving. With visitors on their way and a major cooking day ahead, this Sunday was all about preparation: deep...

What is Peanut Punch? Peanut Punch is one of those classic Caribbean drinks that instantly takes you back. In Trinidad, it’s a staple—rich, creamy, and packed with flavor. You can keep it simple with just peanut butter, milk, and sweetener,...

A Special Sunday Meal for Dad Father’s Day weekend called for a simple yet special menu. We started with aloo pies for breakfast—my husband’s favorite, so definitely worth the effort. For lunch, the spread included steak, lobster, angel hair pasta...

Sunday Morning Mayhem Another Sunday, another unexpected storm—literally. I woke up to electrical issues and a mini flood that needed urgent attention to prevent disaster. These country homes are charming until the circuit blows and the floors are underwater before...

A Delicious One-Pot Goat and Rice Dish This goat pilaf recipe is inspired by my Lazy Wife Instant Pot Lamb Pilaf—a lifesaver of a dish I created on a chaotic Saturday when I needed something hearty, hands-off, and satisfying. This...

A rich, slow-cooked curry perfect with rice, roti, or as a flavorful leftover meal. Last Sunday, I made a spread that included curry oxtail, jerk chicken, stewed beef, and rice and peas for lunch. While stewed oxtail would have been...

Fry Bodi and Aloo, also known as sautéed long green beans and potatoes, is a humble yet flavorful dish that celebrates the wisdom of generations before us. Rooted in the kitchens of our parents, grandparents and great-grandparents, it’s a recipe...