Discover the joy of making Chicken Lo Mein (or shrimp) at home—a dish that’s not only delicious but also healthier than takeout. With this easy recipe, you’ll have a nutritious meal ready in no time, perfect for lunch leftovers or a delightful dinner. Why Make [continue reading]
Today we are making Trinidad black eyed peas pelau to ensure that the New Year brings with it lots of luck, including success, wealth, and prosperity. Before eating 12 grapes under the table on Old Year’s Night was a thing, eating Black eyed peas was [continue reading]
Prepare your taste buds for the mouthwatering flavors of this stewed lamb recipe, a delightful fusion of aromatic Caribbean seasonings and succulent lamb that promise to satisfy everyone at home. I used lamb loin in the video; however, lamb chops or other fatty pieces of [continue reading]
Every month, we purchase a package of lamb chops from the bulk store, which prompts me to get creative with our usual rotation of lamb recipes, such as curry, stew, grilled, BBQ and baked. Occasionally, I’m inspired to create something new, like this recipe which [continue reading]
If you’re looking for a simple and delicious way to prepare lamb chops, try this recipe! The lamb chops are seasoned with a delicious blend of cumin, oregano, and lemon juice and are then oven roasted under the broiler. The broiling method creates a crispy [continue reading]
Shepherd’s Pie is one of my absolute favorite comfort foods. It is traditionally made with ground lamb, but can be made with any type of ground meat, including chicken, beef, or turkey. Just adjust the seasonings, as lamb will pack more flavor than any other [continue reading]
This lamb pilaf recipe is inspired by my biryani recipe but much simpler. Pieces of lamb are pressure cooked with an array of delicious spices to save time. The flavors penetrate deep into the meat and a flavorful stock is created. Once the lamb is [continue reading]
This pasta with meat sauce is quick, easy, tasty, and healthy if you choose the right ingredients. Great for a weeknight, a Friday evening, or weekend lunch or dinner, and will certainly satisfy any tastebuds or appetite. Can I use any type of ground meat? [continue reading]
This is the holiday lasagna I made on the very popular Thanksgiving Feast video on You Tube. It has been requested numerous times so I finally decided to make the time and post this delicious recipe. Another recipe long overdue! In this recipe, I [continue reading]
Recently I made these for my daughter who was visiting from College. I always try to send her back with all her favorite dishes and enough to share. During her last visit I made aloo pies and to change it up a bit I [continue reading]
Hi, I’m Ria! Born and raised in Trinidad and now cooking from my kitchen in New York, I share the traditional recipes that shaped my childhood, along with Caribbean favorites for modern family life. Welcome—stay awhile, explore the recipes and make yourself at home. Love is the main ingredient, and there’s always room at my table.