Tag Archives: Healthy eating

Photo of the Day: Cherry Blossom


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

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Escovitch Fish


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


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Jamaican Fruit Series: Banana


Banana

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Jamaican Fruits Series: Pineapple


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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Organic Gungo Pea Hummus with Scotch Bonnet Paste


Organic Gungo Pea Hummus Ingredients: 2 Cups gungo peas 5 Garlic cloves 1 Large scallion 8-10 Pimento berries 2 Pinches of salt 2 Pinches all-purpose seasoning 2 Tablespoons olive oil ¼ Cup water from cooked peas    Preparation: Add water, peas, … Continue reading

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Gungo Peas and Rice


Just the other day I was chatting with a friend of mine and she wanted to know how to make rice and peas. Well, I decided not only to jot down a few pointers for her, but for everyone else … Continue reading

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Ital Breakfast


Fried dumplings with Callaloo. Nice caan done!

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Island Style Breakfast


Photo Challenge of the Week Ackee and Salt fish, served with Johnny cake, fried Breadfruit, and fried Plantains. All di body needs fi start di day right…wicked breakfast.

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The Amazing Acerola Cherry


 Home-Made Recipe Included Below   I recently found out that when I cook I never taste, measure, nor set a timer so please bear with me, as my husband and I share some new, exciting, and creative Jamaican Dishes with you. … Continue reading

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