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The Ultimate Guide to Making Perfect Cornmeal Coo Coo Every Time

Cornmeal coo coo traces its origin from the African influence in Trinidad and Tobago. But with the mixing of the races and cultures this dish has been adopted by all. Perfect with fried fish, callaloo, and a multitude of other dishes, coo coo is a welcomed dish to any table, especially on Sundays.

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Creamy Comfort: The Art of Making Perfect Corn Soup

Corn soup is real liming food in Trinidad; be it at a football game, Carnival, Panorama, a fete (all inclusive) or just a Friday evening lime with your friends, corn soup is a crowd favourite. I remember after work sometimes I would look for a corn soup man to buy a cup of piping hot corn soup and slowly sip on my way home. But this soup is not only considered street food, it is also a main dish like all the other soups we make.

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Pelau Power: A One-Pot Wonder Must-Try for Foodies Everywhere

Today I would like to share with you one of my favorite foods, and perhaps a favourite of every Trinidadian; it is pelau. Pelau (pronounced: pay-la-w) is a sure bet for any lime . This “one pot” dish is not time consuming, and is easy to prepare (once you plan your ingredients in advance) which makes it also ideal for picnics and river limes. As we say in Trini “this is ah fas’ cook”.

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The Savory Delight of Saltfish Accra: A Caribbean Classic

The first time I ate saltfish accra I thought that it was a brilliant method to cook saltfish. I was, and still am, amazed with the combination and its unique taste. I still think it should not be classified as an appetizer though – after all, I have willfully eaten about five of those little gems on one occasion and felt satisfied. If you feel you’re up to it to beat my five, go right ahead! =^)

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