TRENDING: #SLAB OF BABY BACK RIBS

Sunday’s supper will be oh so good. Looking forward to lovingly rip this beautiful slab (pork ribs) apart. I’ll  devour each morsel of slightly sweet, tart and mouth-watering flesh which was cooked to perfection. A fork-tender goodness comes to mind. It has been some time since I’ve been down this culinary route. And, by golly,Continue reading “TRENDING: #SLAB OF BABY BACK RIBS”

A FAMILIAR/GOOD PLACE #STUFFED WHOLE SNAPPER

Once again, I revisited a heartwarming and good place. It not only satisfied and warmed my stomach, but it gave pleasure to my anticipating taste buds. Yes, guys, I’m talking about good/’ole’, Fishing! Love a snapper in its whole form.  That simply means the head, tail, bones, and its beautiful body. Such an adventure toContinue reading “A FAMILIAR/GOOD PLACE #STUFFED WHOLE SNAPPER”

BEEF? WHAT BEEF? #TURKEY CHILI!

A Mexican grandmother would be super-proud of this dish. Though it took approximately an hour to prepare and cook, it tasted like hours of joyful/laborious cooking. Of course, ground turkey was the star of this chili dish.  There are many variations to this dish and I must state that I’m happy about this one. IContinue reading “BEEF? WHAT BEEF? #TURKEY CHILI!”

JERK/APPLE ROASTED CHICKEN WITH ASSORTED VEGGIES

That’s it! I went jerking with my bird. It has been sometime since I’ve gone down this familiar route. I wanted a dish that was bold, spicy, succulent and packed with amazing flavors that would excite my taste buds. As a result, I decided on one of my favorite ways to cook the feathery one.Continue reading “JERK/APPLE ROASTED CHICKEN WITH ASSORTED VEGGIES”

ROASTED CURRIED CHICKEN/GARBANZO BEANS (CHICKPEAS)

When it comes to cooking, I love the idea of borrowing  and mixing  different spices and flavors. So, I was  quite excited to explore and swing with my native Caribbean and Mediterranean worlds. I needed bold, colorful and exotic flavors to bring my chicken (half) to a spectacular level. Thus, all roads led me toContinue reading “ROASTED CURRIED CHICKEN/GARBANZO BEANS (CHICKPEAS)”

ENCORE PERFORMANCE #BRAISED CURRIED GOAT

Supper was an easy decision. A few days ago, I cooked a braised curried goat infused with a touch of white rum. I enjoyed and decided to reserve a portion for another time. Fast forward to today. Thus, it was with great delight that I went with the flow and partook of my lucky goat.Continue reading “ENCORE PERFORMANCE #BRAISED CURRIED GOAT”

FEATHERY ABANDONMENT!! ##ROASTED CHICKEN WITH APPLES

I confess; I’m not a great lover of turkey. However, on Thanksgiving Day I indulged in a very delicious, moist and succulent bird. Shhh!! My friend was on top of her game and ‘throw it down!’ I found my self returning for seconds. The side dishes served were: creamy macaroni/cheese, sweet and smooth sweet potatoContinue reading “FEATHERY ABANDONMENT!! ##ROASTED CHICKEN WITH APPLES”

A RUSTIC MOOD #GRILLED WHOLE SNAPPER AND VEGGIES

Though the temperatures are flirting in the triple digits, it’s evident that summer is disappearing before my eyes. I guess the dwindling days have placed me in a grilling frame of mind.I couldn’t help myself. Didn’t have the craving for nothing else so I fired up my indoor grill pan. I was on a mission.Continue reading “A RUSTIC MOOD #GRILLED WHOLE SNAPPER AND VEGGIES”

A REVISIT WITH THE LUCKY GOAT ##CURRIED GOAT #SUNDAY’S SUPPER

I got a tad tired of the usual chicken and fish dishes. I craved for a meal that was bold and pungent in flavors yet delicious and mouth-watering. And so, my culinary mind led me to an old favorite, curried goat (mutton). This dish is very popular in kitchens across my native island domain, Jamaica.Continue reading “A REVISIT WITH THE LUCKY GOAT ##CURRIED GOAT #SUNDAY’S SUPPER”