Published:Tuesday | August 4, 2015 | 10:59 AMRasbert Turner
Nestled in the fast-growing township of Old Harbour, St Catherine is the hot, new food establishment - Di Hub.Opened on Emancipation Day, last Saturday, manager Zepheniah Aarons told Food, "We want to give a great meal at a reasonable price in a...
Looking for an easy way to celebrate Independence? I've got the right thing for you ... the Jamaican Coconut Toto!It's the easiest recipe to follow and has stood the test of time. The slaves used molasses, coconut and flour to bake a cake at nights...
Summer is in high gear, so what better way to continue the sizzling celebrations than by getting the children actively involved in the kitchen? And why not start with pizzas? They are perfect- not only because they are fun, but because with a little...
Blue Ridge Restaurant and Cottages sits peacefully amid the clouds, close to heaven on Salt Hill in St Andrew.Owners Sarah Willers and Tabetha Phillips hit the mark with this, their newest venture that was launched last week Thursday. The...
Published:Tuesday | July 28, 2015 | 12:00 AMJason Clarke
Sun, sand, and sea with this heat are the ideal makings of summer. What better way to enjoy the summer and all its festivities than with a little vino or in the company of the beautiful Miss Jamaica World contestants?Summer is the perfect time for...
Published:Tuesday | July 28, 2015 | 12:00 AMDave Rodney
The Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival held in Queens, New York, recently was a celebration of the best of Jamaican cuisine, with chefs from around the diaspora coming into the Big Apple to show off their mouth-watering creations.Among those who cooked up...
Cuban and American politicians have celebrated together at the opening of Hemingway's, an invitation-only bar located in a Washington, DC embassy.It started like a typical Washington, DC function. Men and women in dark suits milled around a formal...
In an effort to communicate that Farming Matters, contestants in this year's Nutramix National Farm Queen competition visited 17 Mile Post, a family project run by father and daughter, Michael and Robyn Fox.17 Mile Post boasts a three in one...
It's hard to go wrong at an outdoor summer party when you're the one toting the pitcher cocktail.Still, I'm not a big believer in working hard for my cocktail. So this recipe is a breeze to assemble.Just dump and stir in the morning, then let it...
It was a delicious affair of gastronomic proportions as Missouri natives Jim and Darcy Fangman, and a few other specially invited return guests at Couples Tower Isle, gathered at Tumbleweed - the pristine home of Couples Resorts' Corporate Executive...
Goat fleshGoat flesh should be easy to come by this week in the meat shops and supermarkets across the island. If you are shopping for the meat in any meat shop or butcher stall, the asking price for a pound will be $280.If, however, you are...
Published:Monday | July 20, 2015 | 4:38 PMTamara Bailey
Mandeville, Manchester:After months of waiting for the extraordinary experience of a healthier alternative, residents of Manchester and surrounding communities flocked to frozen yogurt makers Fruitalicious last Tuesday, as they officially opened...
Published:Tuesday | July 21, 2015 | 12:00 AMRasbert Turner
Four years ago when entrepreneur Franklin Mason wanted to conduct business in the Portmore municipality, he wanted to leave an indelible mark.His desire resulted in the conceptualisation of Jungle Fyah Jerk Centre and Restaurant in AMC Plaza.Today,...
For many parents, packing lunch for the kids means it's time to revisit that old lunchbox mainstay, the peanut butter sandwich.The star ingredient tends to come one of two ways - heavily processed or ultra-natural. The more processed peanut butters...
AP:Diana Henry had a degree from Oxford, a great job at the BBC and the promise of a golden future.But when she turned 30, curiosity got the best of her. She took leave to attend a course at Leiths School of Food and Wine and remembers standing...
We can look forward to keeping our produce fresh from the farms, despite having them for weeks in the refrigerator.Many say this is impossible, but Food is here to set the 'palatable' record straight with some helpful tips on how to keep those...
Skyy Vodka releases eight new crisp and refreshing cocktails for the summer that will excite taste buds at your favourite bar and the season's most anticipated parties. Notably, Skyy Vodka will befeatured at Appleton Special Dream Weekend and...
This week, Kitchen Aid explores the many uses of coconut oil.We know that coconut oil is a healthy choice in the kitchen, but did you know it is a healthy choice for your skin? Adding a little coconut oil to your favourite lotion, moisturiser and...
There is nothing sweeter than the savoury indulgence of a freshly prepared home-cooked meal. But after dealing with the stress of a hectic day at work, it is difficult to retire home and approach the kitchen with open arms. Well, say goodbye to...
1oz lime juice1/2oz simple syrupMaraschino cherry1/2 cup sliced strawberries (adjust to taste)1 1/2 cups IceMethod1. In a blender, combine all ingredients except maraschino cherry.2. Blend until smooth, stir lightly for an icy consistency.3. Pour...
One of the Caribbean's largest food festivals - CB Pan Chicken Championship - launched its 2015 series dubbed 'Pan-X' as a part of their 10th anniversary celebration, at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel, New Kingston, last Wednesday....
May I have the jerked pork, please?Real authentic spicy Jamaican jerked pork has finally made it on to the menu at Island Grill.The fast-food chain began the roll-out at select locations on Sunday, July 12, and will be available in all Island Grill...
It's the best of both worlds when what you see is what you get - the lust of your eyes is satisfied with every delectable bite. This is the experience one can expect at NK (New Kingston) Deli, an extension of the New Kingston Conference Centre.NK...
November 13-21 is the most gastronomical week of the year - The Gleaner-sponsored Restaurant Week (RW). Your taste buds are ready to go, and so are our restaurants. This week, we begin the roll-out as some very anxious restaurants have already...
