There is an English proverb that says, “It’s better to begin in the evening than not at all.” In my native country (Jamaica), we would say, “It never too late for a shower of rain.” How are these sayings relevant to Fall you might ask? You see, I went on a little hiatus (sometime inContinue reading “FALL HAS ARRIVED FOR QUITE SOMETIME”
Category Archives: FOOD HAPPENINGS
THE ABSTINENCE OF CERTAIN FOODS #LENTEN SEASON
The Lenten season is rapidly coming to a close. This date on the calendar changes each year. For 2017, it started on March 1 which is considered Ash Wednesday. And, it ends on Saturday, April 15. This period in the Christian faith is to reflect on the journey of Christ when he fasted forty days and nights.Continue reading “THE ABSTINENCE OF CERTAIN FOODS #LENTEN SEASON”
DAIRY QUEEN SPRING GIVEAWAY
Just in time for the first day of spring. And, it has sprung in a sweet and refreshing way. Dairy Queen is offering a #free cone to its customers. It’s called “Free Cone Day” in its 3rd year. Dairy Queen has over 6,700 locations worldwide. However, only the stores in the United States excluding the mall locations willContinue reading “DAIRY QUEEN SPRING GIVEAWAY”
DOMINO’S PIZZA IS TAKING A BITE IN THE NUPTIAL BUS.
The popular pizza chain, Domino’s has expanded its brand by creating a niche in the wedding line. No longer will wedding guests be limited to household and fine China as gifts to newly weds. When you think about it, how many pots and pans does a couple need. Thanks to a wedding registry offered by Domino’s, guests canContinue reading “DOMINO’S PIZZA IS TAKING A BITE IN THE NUPTIAL BUS.”
NATIONAL BAGEL/PIZZA DAY #FREEBIES!
If you are not watching your carbs intake, today is one to celebrate. It’s National Bagel and National Pizza Day! Grab your iPhones and smartphones and retrieve a digital coupon. Make your way to your nearest eatery for a delicious slice of pizza and bagel. Some of the selected establishments where you can redeem your couponsContinue reading “NATIONAL BAGEL/PIZZA DAY #FREEBIES!”
AN OGLING HAM BONE…OH, WHAT TO DO?
The holidays have come and gone. And, we are gifted a brand new year. Many of us have made resolutions. Yes, one of the common plans is to be fit and shed those pesky ‘holiday’ pounds. And, I say ‘bravo!’ to us all. I don’t know about you; but, I’m in quite a pickle. You see, I’m aContinue reading “AN OGLING HAM BONE…OH, WHAT TO DO?”
A FEW OF JAMAICA’S FINEST #CALLALOO PLUS
So it’s back to basics for yours truly. It always warms my heart and stomach to indulge in Mother Nature’s offerings. I’m doing that with a few of Jamaica’s wholesome foods in the form of: Callaloo (Jamaica’s spinach) Breadfruit (great starchy substitute for rice, pasta, yam) Avocado Pumpkin Plantain Plum tomatoes Garlic Thanks to myContinue reading “A FEW OF JAMAICA’S FINEST #CALLALOO PLUS”
CALLALOO IS IN THE HOUSE! #FIBER!!
JAMAICAN SPINACH AND OTHER WHOLESOME FOODS
ANOTHER STEP CLOSER TO #COCONUT MILK
I’m in a state of elation. Once again, Mother Nature has bestowed one of her wholesome foods. It too me a virtually less than ten minutes to extract these creamy and nutritious dices of coconut from the hard husk. With a few bangs with a hammer, I was able to open the husk. Out cameContinue reading “ANOTHER STEP CLOSER TO #COCONUT MILK”
FARRO ALL THE WAY!! #PROTEIN/FIBER GALORE!
Once again, I jumped overboard. I hit the Mediterranean coast. There, I discovered a grain that has been around for many centuries. It’s hearty and quite satisfying. Moreover, it’s loaded with an abundance of protein and fibers. Any meal that can fill me up, count me in! I didn’t have to travel to that partContinue reading “FARRO ALL THE WAY!! #PROTEIN/FIBER GALORE!”