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Paratha with a difference… from our home to yours. Paratha or “Buss up shut” as it is so fondly called, is a dish that brings pure joy. From its silky and soft texture to its buttery taste, it is a food of memories; Curry Q, Divali, School Box- lunch and much more. It pairs well… Continue reading Paratha With A Difference

Chef Brigette puts a twist on a classic Italian pasta dish. This Tomato & Basil Puttanesca features simple ingredients like fresh tomatoes, olives, capers and Brunswick Tomato & Basil Sardine Fillets. This is a quick and easy pasta dish that combines different flavor components to create a magnificent medley of deliciousness. Special thanks to Brunswick… Continue reading Tomato & Basil Puttanesca

We’re back with another Lenten Season recipe and this time it’s Fish Pies using Grace Food Mackerel. I tried my hand at making these “fried fish faves” for the first time and succeeded. Everybody loves pies and the Mackerel made for a tasty filling that will definitely have your family calling for more. It’s great… Continue reading Fish Pies

This could easily be the BEST tuna casserole I ever made, using Grace tuna. They are ready to eat straight out of the tin packed with flavor, so incorporating them into a one pot pasta dish, like a casserole means half the work is already done. This is a quick and easy meal to add… Continue reading Tuna Casserole

This traditional drink for the Christmas season takes a dairy-free approach and features local pumpkin. Spices are infused with the coconut milk, and a few dashes of Angostura Aromatic Bitters add a rich flavor to this holiday classic. This Dairy Free Pumpkin Ponche de Creme can be enjoyed as a warm drink or over ice… Continue reading Dairy Free Pumpkin Ponche de Creme

This pineapple citrus glaze ham is an easy but absolutely delicious way to prepare your leg of ham this Christmas. A splash of Angostura Orange Bitters takes the pineapple citrus glaze to the next level. This recipe  also features a few tips and tricks by Chef Brigette that will result in a show stopping center… Continue reading Pineapple Citrus Glazed Ham

It’s Taco Tuesday and I’m in the kitchen flipping corn tortillas!! Making these shredded chicken tacos with authentic corn tortillas from scratch is easy using the Bob’s Red Mill Masa Harina and following the easy instructions at the back of the packet. The Sazon Shredded Chicken that was first pan seared, poached then shredded. We… Continue reading Shredded Chicken Tacos

Do you have cassava at home and want to try something different? Your Gluten-Free Companion shows us how to make a scrumptious flourless cassava pizza. This quick, flavourful recipe doesn’t require yeast, kneading or rolling for the base. Foodies, the health conscious, and anyone following a gluten-free diet on a tight budget might just become… Continue reading Cassava Pizza

I’m back in the kitchen to show you 4 ways to incorporate Grace Coconut Powder milk in both sweet and savory applications. These are just some quick ideas we whipped up in the kitchen to get your imagination kick started but feel free to do your own experimentation. Be sure to tag us or comment… Continue reading 4 Ways To Use Coconut Milk

This Middle Eastern classic dish goes for a spin with Grace Corned Beef! This version of cooked kibbeh uses spices and quinoa for the outside and corned beef with sautéed onions on the inside. The cucumber yogurt dipping sauce is refreshing to balance the spices while complementing the flavors of this Corned Beef Kibbeh. Corned… Continue reading Corned Beef Kibbeh

Chef Damien heats things up in the kitchen with this easy but extremely delicious Jerk Chicken Recipe. Jerk Seasoning is careful blend of herbs, spices and different aromatics. Using the Grace Jamaican Jerk Seasoning as a not-so-secret ingredient, delivers all that complex flavor with every spoonful. What is Jerk? “Jerk refers to a traditional Jamaican… Continue reading Jerk Chicken

This Curried Corned Mutton is a twist on the traditional Keema Matar dish. This recipe features freshly toasted spices that bring layers of flavor to the GRACE Corned Mutton. This was easy to prepare and a delightful change to the usual corned beef. You can add green peas for a touch of sweetness but it’s… Continue reading Curry Corned Mutton

Coconut Ceviche…a little twist on the traditional Peruvian classic! In Peru, ceviche is often eaten as an appetizer and is popular at gatherings. This dish is often made with fresh fish mixed with lime juice along with seasonings such peppers and onions, and usually finished with corn and sweet potato. In this twist, we use… Continue reading Coconut Ceviche

Pão de queijo is the cheese puff of Brazil! These cheese breads are popular across Brazil, similar to how hops bread is in Trinidad & Tobago. Found at almost every bakery, this bread is traditionally made with tapioca flour, butter and cheese. These little bites are perfect with coffee or tea and ideal for breakfast or… Continue reading Pão De Quejio

Pot bake or roast bake is a staple breakfast item in Trinidad & Tobago. This recipe rekindles fond memories of my mom making pot roast coconut bake. The filling of choice is the iconic smoke herring which is ubiquitous in breakfast shops across the country. Some people have an aversion to smoke herring because of… Continue reading Smoked Herring & Coconut Bake

This is a great plant based recipe to try for the holiday season. This vegan roast uses a medley of pumpkin, plantain, aromatics, herbs and spices to deliver a dish that is sure to impress. This recipe can also be tweaked to your preference. You can add legumes, other vegetables and grains or even incorporate… Continue reading Vegan Roast

Adanna and her mom share an amazing recipe for lentil pastelle. These pastelles are the perfect plant based alternative to add to your line up this holiday season. Adanna Lewis is the owner of Ad-Yana Foods who specialize in vegan and vegetarian food products. They do limited orders of this lentil pastelle for Christmas so… Continue reading Lentil Pastelle

For many of us, “Cocoa Tea” is something we saw our grandmothers make but never attempted ourselves. Chrisal reminisces on having this every Christmas with her family and is in the kitchen today to show you just how easy it is to make. She also includes her variation to this classic hot beverage that makes… Continue reading Cocoa Tea