Fried Yuca Balls (Yuquitas)
During our recent trip to Costa Rica, we enjoyed these delicious fried yuca balls at the La Laguna Restaurant at The Springs Resort & Spa. Made from the cassava root, …
Island Coconut Cheesecake
Who can resist an Island Coconut Cheesecake, drizzled with raspberry and mango puree? The cuisine of Jamaica is influenced by its diverse cultural heritage: Steamed coconut puddings from Africa, slowly stewed brown …
Rose Hall Witches Brew
A winding road off a coastal highway leads to the majestic hilltop home of Rose Hall Plantation, one of Jamaica’s most intriguing and storied great houses. During the 18th century, …
Habanero Hot Sauce
One of our good friends, Jerry, is a master in the kitchen when it comes to Filipino food, but he also makes a mean habanero hot sauce, thanks to his …
Jamaican Jerk Chicken
Today we’re hitting the grill with a delicious and authentic Jamaican Jerk Chicken recipe! In Jamaica, you don’t have to venture far to get your first taste of the Caribbean. …
Jamaican Rum Cake
Back in 1999, I had the chance to enjoy the Caribbean’s best Jamaican rum cake, and it was amazing. Following is my newspaper article from a dinner with Norma Shirley, …
Jamaican Chicken Curry
This easy Jamaican Chicken Curry recipe comes together quickly for a weeknight meal. It’s chock-full of healthy ingredients like peas, carrots and coconut milk. It also has a nice bit …
Cornmeal Crusted Tilapia
I recently hosted a cooking show focused on healthy entrees, and this cornmeal crusted tilapia recipe was a huge hit with our guests. Tilapia is now one of the Top …
Habanero Peppers
Habanero peppers, or Scotch Bonnet peppers, are one of the staple ingredients in Caribbean and Belize hot sauces. They’re also one of the hottest peppers in the world, aside from …