Category Archives: Healthy Eating

A Step out of the Oridinary: Chinese-Jamaican

Posted on August 22, 2013 by Sheryl Teach Stark

Crossing Cultures As a returning resident, I wanted to try a little something different from the traditional Jamaican cuisine. I must say, not just me, but I believe a lot of Jamaicans’ palettes are changing. They achingly desire foods that … Continue reading →

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Watermelon Smoothie

Posted on March 11, 2013 by Sheryl Teach Stark

I found this cool recipe and decided to share it with you all. Hope you likey 🙂 I know many folks love watermelon, especially during the hot summer months. I particularly love watermelon, because it is very refreshing. So, here is one … Continue reading →

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Photo of the Day: Cherry Blossom

Posted on September 23, 2012 by Sheryl Teach Stark

Acerola cherry blossom, learn more about the health benefits here: https://wondersofjamaica.com/2011/05/14/the-amazing-acerola-cherry/

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Rasta Girl Delight: Number Two

Posted on September 1, 2012 by Sheryl Teach Stark

Fried Plantains I fried two ripe plantains in olive oil today. I could have baked the plantains instead, but I love them fried, because the sugars in the plantains caramelize and the result…sweet and gooey. Plantains play a big role in our … Continue reading →

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Escovitch Fish

Posted on June 24, 2012 by Sheryl Teach Stark

I bet you can tell I love my vegetables, huh? Well I do and it’s a lucky ‘ting’ the Spanish Jews left their mark in every kitchen here in Jamaica. Escovitch Fish is enjoyed by everyone and is very easy to prepare. I usually … Continue reading →

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Mango Time: Mango-Pineapple Salsa

Posted on June 10, 2012 by Sheryl Teach Stark

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Home Away from Home: Cooking with a Twist

Posted on June 5, 2012 by Sheryl Teach Stark

As a cultured woman, I love to eat my homeland food even when I’m abroad…but the thing is my palette doesn’t necessarily want the same old boring taste. So my husband, Jeff, and I love to do what we call … Continue reading →

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Freshly Picked Pumpkin

Posted on May 26, 2012 by Sheryl Teach Stark

Oh what to cook using my freshly picked pumpkin? Any ideas?

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Sunday Dinner

Posted on April 8, 2012 by Sheryl Teach Stark

Escovitch fish (King mackerel or Kingfish) with brown rice, corn, and tomato.

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Jamaican Fruits Series: Pineapple

Posted on March 30, 2012 by Sheryl Teach Stark

Jamaican Pineapples (Ananas comosus) Indigenous to South American Brought over to Jamaica by the Taino Indians When consumed raw: Excellent source of manganese and vitamin C    

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