The Cuisine of Trinidad & Tobago, The Caribbean & Beyond!
This section of TriniGourmet.com focuses on featuring food-related items as I become aware of them.
There’s a certain kind of magic that lives in the heart of our kitchens—an unspoken legacy passed down through hands that measured by memory and love rather than mere cups and spoons. As a proud Trinbagonian and dedicated culinary enthusiast, I’ve always believed that food …
There’s something powerful about choosing to pause. As someone who lives at the intersection of hustle and heart—balancing caregiving, creativity, and Caribbean culture—I know how easy it is to run on autopilot. We check the boxes. We tick off the lists. We make the meals, …
If you’re a food lover like me, you’ve probably explored a wide range of global flavors. But how familiar are you with Korean cuisine in Trinidad? While Chinese food has long been part of our local dining scene (the local Chinese community is now in its 219th …
I believe in savoring life’s simple pleasures. A quiet morning, the first sip of a perfectly brewed herbal tea, the warm embrace of a meal that’s both comforting and indulgent. Breakfast, for me, isn’t just about fueling my body—it’s about starting my day with intention, joy, …
Last week, I had the distinct pleasure of attending the launch of Cultura y Cocteles at the Hyatt Trinidad. Let me tell you, if you’ve ever dreamed of combining your love for exquisite cocktails and appetizers with the vibrancy of Latin American culture this is …
On March 15, I had the delightful opportunity to taste 5 new additions to the dessert menu at Hyatt Trinidad, and let me tell you, it was a journey of sweet discoveries that left me utterly enchanted. Today, I’m excited to share my indulgent adventure …
On Monday September 11, 2023 I attended a Peruvian Menu Tasting at the Hyatt Regency Trinidad, hosted by Peruvian Ambassador David Malaga, the Hyatt Regency and Copa Airlines. A preview of their Peruvian Food Festival, which begins this evening, the afternoon was filled with tantalizing …
Long time readers of this site will remember that since it’s early days I have talked repeatedly about one of Trinidad’s true culinary pioneers, Sylvia Hunt. Lamenting the scant attention to her contributions at the time, as well as the unavailability of her cookbooks, I …
Nestled in the lush bamboo clusters of Trinidad’s Western peninsula’s Tucker Valley is the Upick Farm, Market & Restaurant. Last week Friday I enjoyed a leisurely breakfast there with one of my best friends and it was an experience I’m definitely looking forward to repeating! …
The Friday Night Buffet has returned to the Hyatt Trinidad! Cost is $325TT per person (exc. vat & service charge). For reservations call 821-6550.
Held on Saturdays from 11:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., the Hyatt Saturday Brunch features all your local breakfast favorites along with a wide range of lunch specialties for the jaw-dropping price of TT$249
Hey everyone! Are you ready to Cook Holiday Glam? I know I am! That’s why I’m so happy to announce that I’m running an E-Cookbook Special Offer on my Patreon page, just in time for the holiday season! I took these books off the site in …
A while back on my Instagram/Facebook Stories I asked which recipes I should post next. Coconut sweetbread was a popular choice! What a great excuse to get flour back on my hands, which is exactly what I did to prepare this loaf for my most …
Man oh man it feels so good to be back in the kitchen again! I haven’t baked in ages, definitely not for the year, so I thought that it would be fun to try my hand , last month, at a cake for my monthly …