Growing up in the vibrant Caribbean island of Trinidad, the aroma of curry wafting from our kitchen was a reminder of the rich culinary heritage passed down from previous generations. Among the array of dishes Mummy dutifully prepared to nourish her family, Curry Baigan and [continue reading]
In the whirlwind of our daily lives, sometimes we need a recipe that’s not only delicious but also efficient. Our 30-Minute Curry Canned Chickpeas and Potatoes is the answer to your time-strapped kitchen adventures. This delightful curry is a testament to the fact that you [continue reading]
There’s something undeniably comforting about a well-cooked potato dish that warms both the heart and the soul. In today’s post, I am excited to share a recipe that has been passed down through generations – Mummy’s Curry Aloo. Her curry aloo is the best I’ve [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]
Sada aloo or stewed potatoes was a favorite growing up back in Trinidad. With such simple basic pantry ingredients, I can see why it was so easy to put together. I am sure this dish saved dinners many a times for my mom. Nowadays, I [continue reading]
A delicious traditional Trini Stewed Chicken with Potatoes for added flavor and a delightful sauce! Seasoned with traditional green seasoning and other aromatics to maximize the flavor. Stewed chicken is a Sunday lunch staple and one of the simplest chicken dishes in Trinidad. For Sunday [continue reading]
This curry seafood medley is the perfect quick meal for a weekday or weekend. The eggplant in this dish is totally optional but helps to stretch the meal if your family has a hearty appetite and you only have only one bag of seafood. I [continue reading]
Growing up my mom made the most delicious and elaborate Sunday lunches for us. This beet and potato salad is inspired by those meals. I have never seen this combination elsewhere. I added the sweet potatoes in my version which adds a natural sweetness and [continue reading]
‘Sazon Chicken’ is a family favorite and this recipe is my twist on a Caribbean Classic, pollo guisado. This recipe is inspired by my favorite Cuban restaurant on Fulton Street, Downtown Manhattan. What is Pollo Guisado–Sazon Chicken? Pollo Guisado(chicken stew), pronounced poh-yuh gee-sah-duh, popular in [continue reading]
Curry conch was a delicacy growing up. Nowadays it’s hard to source and very expensive which is why it’s a treat when we do get to enjoy it. Recently, we were able to source some conchs from Astoria Queens. Aunty Jang came over and did [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.