Celebrating Caribbean-American Heritage In Greater Fort Lauderdale
The Greater Fort Lauderdale community encompasses a wide and diverse array of cultures, and this month it’s time to enjoy a multitude of festive fêtes...
Alberte’s Restaurant brings Haitian bites and good vibes to Oakland Park
Tucked away right next to the Funky Buddha Brewery in Oakland Park, Alberte’s Restaurant brings a modern twist to Haitian and Caribbean flavors with a fresh buffet...
Vegan Pumpkin Banana Cookies – Babe Made Blog
Cookies for breakfast and dessert? Yep, I said it! After Thanksgiving, I had pumpkin cans bursting out of the cabinets. Not to mention, I needed a reprieve...
Fourth Outing In The Works For Taste The Islands Experience Festival
Fans of Caribbean cuisine, culture and travel enjoyed a weekend of indulgences at the 3rd annual Taste the Islands Experience, held April 27-28 in downtown Fort Lauderdale....
Eat Your Way Through The Local Caribbean Delights of South Florida
South Florida is home to a veritable smorgasbord of purveyors of tropical flavors, textures, and treats. A number of these Caribbean food spots, caterers, and packaged food...
Try These Easy Caribbean Recipes With Pantry Staples
Sometimes the craving for Caribbean food just feels too strong, filled with fresh fruits and vegetables. But the items in your fridge may not prove up to...
Our Favorite Holiday Rum Cake from 3 Local South Florida Bakeries
While holiday rum cake is thought to have been brought to the Caribbean by British colonists in the 1700s, the boozy dessert was adapted and...
Caribbean History comes alive in New Museum, Island Archives
The rich history of the Caribbean can sometimes feel far away, lost to time. But one glimpse of a well-used artifact, or hand-written letter can suddenly bring...
Dominican Mangu
Deliciously pureed plantain mixture topped with the onions.
INGREDIENTS
3 green plantains
1 qt water
1/4 cup olive oil
1 cup sliced, white onion
1 1/2 tbsp salt
1...
Taste The Islands Recipe of The Week: Chef Thia
When creating her decadent dishes, Chef Cynthia Verna (affectionately known as “Chef Thia”) isn’t afraid to scour the globe for unique flavors. Her food infuses Caribbean, African,...
