Cynthia Nelson

There is an excitement that you get when you shop at an open air (farmer’s) market that you do not get when you shop in a supermarket.

Pork, Potatoes and Pumpkin (PPP) when cooked together as a stew will have you going for extra helpings.

Whether it’s Eid, Easter, Diwali or Christmas, many of us find ourselves in a state of reflection as we engage in the rituals and traditions with which we grew up.

It’s not right. And it’s not nice. Y’all know about certain things and keep the information to yourselves.

Last Wednesday was World Food Day 2024. The theme this year was “Right to Foods for a Better Life and a Better Future.”

While they are not new, there are certain things that we take for granted because we are familiar with them.

Eating seasonally is like being in a state of renewal. You get to enjoy things at the first picking, in the full flush of the season, and like a loved one leaving after a joyful visit, you soak up all it you can, until the next time.

It is my favourite “bush” tea. Bay leaf tea. If the word bush scares you, let me use a different word, and say the same thing.

It’s going to be a matter of personal preference – lemongrass iced tea or lemongrass drink.

There were never fights (that would be unheard of and definitely not tolerated), but there were negotiations.

Most whole wheat breads are not made only of whole wheat flour.

It is a prized part of the pig that’s loved by many.

While it is often advised not to mess with perfection, there are times when you need to push boundaries.

We are all aware of how refreshingly cool cucumbers and watermelons are, especially when they are chilled.

If you look carefully at many of our dishes, all across this region, you will see creativity and invention, the art of making-do.

Had enough green plantains yet? Come on, we can never get enough of green plantains.

Mangoes are chief among the fruits that when in season bring about all sorts of thoughts, expressions, instructions, memories, arguments and discussions.

In last week’s column I mentioned that among the things I make with green plantains is Arañitas.

I don’t know why I never thought of doing this before.

Last week Saturday, I made the best Dhal Puri I have ever made.