It’s that time of the year again! Every Christmas I find my self at my mom’s house eating a traditional feast of curries, stews with dhapluri roti, peas dhal and mango talkarie. We keep it simple and savory, leaving more space for desserts like our famous Caribbean Black Cake also known as rum fruit cake, ponche de creme or a thick slice of sweet bread(coconut bread).
In this rich, comforting Trinidad-style curry, tender cubes of beef are simmered in a seasoned curry sauce with potatoes. This dish is full of bold Trini flavor—thanks to green seasoning, hot pepper, and a touch of roasted ground cumin—and comes together with simple ingredients and [continue reading]
This Sunday wasn’t just about feeding my family—it was a full-on production with a mission: film the Trinidad Beef Roti recipe for YouTube, outdoors, in the blazing heat of summer. I’ve already shared my Trinidad Chicken Roti and Trinidad Curry Shrimp Roti, so this was [continue reading]
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 cleaning, grocery shopping, organizing, and [continue reading]
This quick and easy carrot salad is light, refreshing, and full of flavor. Perfect for a weekday lunch or dinner side dish—customize it with your favorite add-ins. Carrot salad is a refreshing and versatile side dish that comes together in minutes. Inspired by a French-style [continue reading]
This buttery, moist marble cake with swirls of vanilla and cocoa is soft, rich, and perfect for any celebration—including Father’s Day (the day this recipe was developed) Why You’ll Love This Marble Cake This classic Marble Cake is rich, buttery, and incredibly moist—with a perfect [continue reading]
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 breakfast. I had also soaked [continue reading]
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 an easy fallback, I already [continue reading]
Curry Lamb is a treasured dish in our household, rich with bold spices and deep flavor. Unlike milder curried chicken, this version uses a blend of Caribbean curry powders and masalas to build layers of irresistible taste. Whether you enjoy your lamb chewy or buttery [continue reading]
A one-pot chickpeas, garlic, and cumin rice dish, inspired by Uzbek flavors. Vegetarian-friendly and perfect with lamb, potatoes, or as a main on its own. This Chickpeas Pilaf was made to go with the Herb Roasted Leg of Lamb, Lemon Roasted Potatoes, and Steamed Green [continue reading]
A Zesty Potato Side Dish Bursting with Flavor These Greek-Style Lemon Roasted Potatoes are one of those unforgettable side dishes that manage to steal the spotlight from the main course. With crispy edges, tender centers, and a bold, tangy flavor from lemon and garlic, they [continue reading]
Hi! Born and raised in Trinidad and now living in New York, I’m passionate about preserving the traditional recipes that shaped my childhood while blending the rich flavors of the Caribbean into global favorites.