Meet the Caribbean Women Entrepreneurs Behind Bazodee Sauces
These Caribbean women entrepreneurs have found a recipe for success with their brand Bazodee, a line of flavorful sauces inspired by their Trinidadian and Venezuelan roots. Now...
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...
Why These Classic Cuban Recipes Are Perfect For The Summer
There's nothing like an authentic Caribbean dish to bring the flavors of the island to your home. This summer makes the perfect time to experiment with something...
The little show that could… From home kitchen to national TV
The story behind the TV show and the Taste the Islands Experience
How Taste the Islands began
When we started this journey four years ago, I knew that we...
Vegan Butternut Squash and Black Bean Chili
Butternut squash is my favorite winter vegetable so it made perfect sense to add it to my delicious warming chili. Wonderfully seasoned, filling and healthy – sign...
Turning Vegan with Food Blogger Christina Collie
Ever thought of going full vegan, but you were too intimidated by the process? The whole rigmarole of revamping the pantry, scouring ingredient lists, and radically changing...
5 Authentic Caribbean Holiday Dishes You Can Make At Home
With family and friends coming into town this holiday season, it's the perfect time to break out a new recipe or two for a festive...
Taste The Islands Star Recipe of the Week: Chef Irie
In the world of Caribbean cuisine, consider Jamaican chef and TV host Chef Irie your master of ceremonies. The Jamaican native (a.k.a. Hugh A. Sinclair) has spend...
This Easy Vegan Coquito is a healthy spin on this delicious classic
If you live in South Florida, you’ve probably had coquito. The first time I tasted it, I was blown away with the coconut creaminess paired with the...
Grenadian Nutmeg Ice Cream
Flavorful and delightfully aromatic nutmeg is showcased in this velvety nutmeg Grenadian Nutmeg Ice Cream from the “spice isle”, Grenada. For the best flavor, use freshly ground nutmeg.
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