I've published these recipes for anyone who grew up eating these dishes and wants to learn how to make them, or discovered them on a trip and hasn't stopped thinking about them since.
Every recipe here comes straight from my Caribbean friends and family, or my own travels, so you can recreate these flavours at home.
Start with two classics that define Trinidadian comfort food: Macaroni Pie (or this kid-friendly version that I grew up with) and Chicken Pelau, both hearty, satisfying dishes that anchor any meal.
Cool down with a glass of Sorrel Drink, made with hibiscus and warm spices, traditionally served around the holidays.
If you're looking for something lighter, this fresh and citrusy Tuna Carpaccio is inspired by a dish I had at SkipJack's in St. Maarten.
My Most Popular Caribbean Recipes
These are the recipes readers come back to most.
Trinidad Pelau and Caribbean Macaroni Pie are the kind of one-pot comfort food that shows up at every gathering. Caribbean Sorrel is the drink that marks the start of the holiday season. And the Tuna Carpaccio is a bright, citrusy dish inspired by a restaurant I love in St. Maarten
Caribbean Holiday Baking
These are the baked goods that show up at every Caribbean holiday table without fail. The Trinidadian Sweet Bread and Cassava Pone are my mom's must-bake treats for special occasions, while the Jamaican Easter Bun is a spiced, fruit-filled loaf shared with me by a family friend.
