Apart from celebrating its first anniversary (which we hear will be celebrated in fine style at a private event some time soon), Usain Bolt's Tracks and Records has unveiled its new Jamaica 50 special. Just over a month old, it's called 'Lunch in 9.58 minutes'....
It is often assumed that red wine goes well with dark meats and white wine goes with white meat, but why not be adventurous? Your taste buds never lie....
Red Stripe's trademark non-alcoholic brand, Malta, has launched a new variant, Malta Light, for health-conscious consumers seeking a low-calorie, vitamin-enriched drink....
This week's recipe is for shrimp tempura.Tempura is a very popular Japanese fast food. And you can make it with almost anything. If you have pieces of pumpkin, Irish potato...
Several pounds of butter, sugar, dozens of eggs, plus hours of assembly, piping and decoration are only a few of the elements that go into the making of the giant 8x8-foot cake prepared for the launch of telecommunications company LIME's XL Value launch...
For Jamaica's 50th anniversary, we will finally have the perfect bun, thanks to Honey Bun.Bun is synonymous with Easter, but is a part of every Jamaican's life...
Juice lovers are in for a special treat, as it's orange season! This time of year, oranges are at their sweetest and crops are in abundance. The season runs for about six months and during this time manufacturers like Trade Winds Citrus, makers of Tru-Juice...
Peppers are hot but well loved by those who can tolerate the heat.Peppers are also loved by those who experience pain as some have experienced relief through the consumption of peppers...
Since Best Dressed Chicken introduced the Free Range Chicken to the market in December 2011, there has been steady interest in the product, resulting in an increase in distribution islandwide....
It is important to take care in meal planning to increase the intake of nutrients and antioxidants to boost the immune system to reduce the risk of cancer. ...
Although I have been writing these articles for only a short time, one special benefit has been the reconnection with friends from all over the world who have sent amusing, interesting and even feisty comments and questions - one didn't know that...
The J. Wray & Nephew-hosted a wine-pairing dinner last Tuesday at Guilt Trip that was another unforgettable experience. It was a great evening to enjoy good company along with fabulous wine paired with dishes that brought out their flavours. ...
The Culinary Federation of Jamaica (CFJ) hosted a cocktail reception last Thursday evening at the new Cardiff Hotel (formerly Runaway Bay HEART) to say thanks to sponsors who had assisted with the CFJ team to the annual Taste of the Caribbean culinary competition....
Western Bureau: With an unyielding interest to explore the work of chef Andy Trousdale at Ocean Style's Reserved eight-course dinner last Tuesday, the evening of culinary splendour fell short on delivering ...
Junk food is having a deadly effect on Jamaica's children as approximately 10,000 of them under age 15 are said to be suffering from diabetes.According to University of Technology president...
We continue to bring you recipes for 50 of Jamaica's most delicious sweet treats.We have already published recipes for plantain tarts, grater cake, drops and more. Do you have a favourite sweet delight ...
Pan-seared Basa Fillet with Roasted Pumpkin Sweet Potato Cake and SpinachIngredients8oz Rainforest Seafoods Basa Fillet6oz spinach3oz sweet potato3oz pumpkin1 each green, red and yellow pepper4oz coconut milk2oz sorrel chutney1 tsp curry powderSalt and...
'Green' may mean different things to different people. But those of us concerned with good health will think about 'greening' their diet. Your mother was wise when she prepared green vegetables for your meals and spent time coaxing you to eat them....
If you thought Caribbean Broilers were only in the chicken business, you would be wrong. They have had a number of pork products on the market for some time and in February the company launched the latest: Bad Dawg Sausages. Why the name? It's the CB spin...
Along the Jamaican coastline and within the Caribbean Sea, there's a new fish in town. It's not exactly welcomed in our waters, but it is hoped that it can find a wider fan base among diners and restaurateurs since last week's launch...
From the book of Genesis to Revelations, the Bible makes several references to food. Genesis 1:29 reads, "I have given you every plant yielding seed, which is upon the face of the Earth and every tree with seed in its fruit...
We continue to publish recipes of 50 of Jamaica's sweet treats.So far, we have looked at drops and gizzadas. This week, we look at grater cake and plantain tart.
Appleton Estate Reserve Jamaica Rum has been named the Best Rum and awarded the Chairman's Trophy in the rum category at the Ultimate Spirits Challenge 2012 which was held in New York City earlier this month....
