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Tomato & Pumpkin Soup with Caribbean Spices

Tomato & Pumpkin Soup with Caribbean Spices

Print This Recipe Tomatoes are often still flavorful in October. Look for those that are vine-ripened or locally produced—and if that is not an option, choose a similar weight of cherry tomatoes that have much more flavor—5 cherry tomatoes will equal 1 medium tomato....
Callaloo Soup with Nutmeg, Bay Leaf, and Coconut Milk

Callaloo Soup with Nutmeg, Bay Leaf, and Coconut Milk

Print This Recipe My favorite soup while sailing along the eastern Caribbean island chain was Callaloo Soup with a gentle blend of Caribbean spices. It is easy to prepare, savory, and flavorful. Callaloo leaves come from taro or amaranth plants. The leaves are packed...
Caribbean Piña Colada

Caribbean Piña Colada

Print This Recipe Piña Coladas appear to be one of the more popular drinks in the Caribbean. I have to admit that I am not a great fan of mixed drinks using hard liquor, as I cannot think of any health benefits to hard liquor, and there are several health risks if...
Caribbean Pineapple Curry

Caribbean Pineapple Curry

Print This Recipe ​I first saw this dish on a menu on the island of Dominica, home to the most centenarians on the planet, and was eager to try it. The flavors are fantastic, serving it in a carved-out pineapple shell really added flavor, not to mention, a lovely...
​Caribbean Fish Ceviche with Coconut Milk

​Caribbean Fish Ceviche with Coconut Milk

Print This Recipe This dish originates from French Polynesia (Tahiti) where the fish is served nearly raw with perhaps 15-20 minutes of marinating time in lime juice—which is easier to do when you catch the fish (typically tuna) the same day and keep it on ice. From...