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A Barbequed meat served by roadside cafes to locals and tourists alike, this basic recipe will bring Jamaica to any table, no matter the climate.
Bring the tastes of the Caribbean into your kitchen. Sample a few Jamaican specialities served to guests at the Jamaican Inn in Ocho Rios, Jamaica.
Bring the tastes of Jamaica and Italy to your table with some bite-size appetizers that are made with just a few ingredients.
You don't need to fly all the way down to Jamaica to sample some of the island's authentic dishes. Go to the nearest supermarket and buy some easy to find ingredients.
Panamanian Empanadas are a hearty, spicy, half-moon-shaped food concoction, suited for snacking and as an entre. Those made in other Latin countries may contain fruit.
A reader asks: what is Chadon Beni? Another wants to know about jerk sauce. What roles do achiote and culantro play in Caribbean recipes we are beginning to love?
Habaneros are not only the hottest peppers, they have become enormously popular in sauce-making and cooking all over the world.
If you aren't familiar with the types of hot peppers available, follow this handy guide.
Learn how to make an easy dry jerk seasoning with all the flavors of the Caribbean to create this grilled flank steak meal featuring tangy black beans and yellow rice.
The hottest spice in the world comes in many forms and should be handled very, very carefully
This traditional West African stew from Ghana uses red palm oil to give it its namesake color. Served with fried plantains or dodo, it makes a delicious and hearty dinner
The real draw at Maracas Bay is not the beach, but the food across from the beach at Richard's award-winning bake and shark open-air eatery, 35 minutes from Port of Spain
For a regular supper or large party, Griot is a must have. One would serve it with Fried Plaintains and a hot and spicy picklis on the side.
Deep fried short crust filled with hamburger, chili, tomatoes, annatto oil, cilantro, cloves, onion, garlic, bell pepper and mustard seed... the perfect walk-around food.
There's nothing better than a hot and spicy chili pepper to spice up a dish and bring out the flavors. Read on to find out the heat range of various chili peppers.
Bhut Jolokia, also known as ghost pepper, is currently the hottest known pepper in the world. This little pepper packs a huge punch combining excellent flavor and heat.
This simple side is a staple for many Jamaican families and a great compliment to any Caribbean dish.
The Guinness Book of World Records has given Bhut Jolokia the title of hottest chilli in the world. How is the heat of a chilli measured and how do some others compare?
Enjoy the unique flavors of the Caribbean. Jamaica's ackee and saltfish should be tasted by all travelers seeking a cultural culinary travel experience.
It's taken me a while- but I've finally taste-tested some of the best BBQ sauces, glazes, marinades and rubs to bring you the very best.
Create an easy one dish meal by baking chicken in a spicy Jamaican jerk marinade. The recipe can be prepared the night before and baked after a long day of work.
This fiery recipe for Jamaican Jerk Chicken will keep your guests coming back for more.
Squeezed into a wedding trip to Miami, I visit The Epicure Market. The 60 year-old institution both delights and disappoints.
Enjoy a light-tasting Jamaican Winter Squash Soup with Salad for a family dinner at home.
Relax, this isn't a geography lesson. Miami and Caribbean flavors combine and excite. Fire up the grill, grab a mojito, let's go!
Tiradito (from the word tirar or "to throw") is the less known Peruvian younger brother of ceviche.
Capsaicin, the ingredient that makes chiles hot, is measured on a relative basis using the Scoville heat scale. From mild to blistering, there is a pepper for everyone.
Chilies are a fundamental part of Latin American and Caribbean cuisine. Here's a quick guide to help you properly sort out your peppers.
Many spices are not only tasty, but also provide antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, and anti-cancer benefits, as well as reducing the symptoms of other conditions.
Weight loss can be tricky, but scientists have found a variety of natural fat burning foods that can help rev up metabolism and boost fat burning.
"Americana in a bottle" Shagbark Hickory Syrup represents the best of both worlds: a great tasting, versatile product and a charming and utterly unique history.
A few weeks ago, a favorite vendor at the farmers' market had Hungarian Hot Wax Peppers. We threw the first ones on the grill. Yeeow. Pickling proves to be perfection.
This week, I wind up the summer's BBQ sauce round-up with Kermit's Key Lime BBQ Sauces and the Hot Mama's Jerk'n Hot BBQ Sauce to bring your backyard true island flavour.
The 2006 Toronto Wine and Cheese Show is 23 years young, offering everyone with an appetite for good food and drink a plethora of choice. And since it's my birthday today too- I humbly offer you a gift- a roundup of some of the finest in food and drink on offer at this year's show.
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