This is yet another spice blend that has significantly influenced our cooking over the past couple years. We use it most frequently for our Jerk Chicken Tacos which I will post soon. But I’ve also used it on pork tenderloin over a fresh salad. I love the use of cinnamon and other typically sweet spices … Continue reading Jamaican Food: Jerk Taco
The free bird leaps on the back of the wind and floats downstream till the current ends and dips his wings in the orange sun rays and dares to claim the sky. But a bird that stalks down his narrow cage can seldom see through his bars of rage his wings are clipped and his … Continue reading I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings by Maya Angelou
Today, we will savor a taste of The Buñuelo. It is a Fried Dough Ball or a Colombian Traditional Christmas Snack . According to Wikipedia, "In 711, the Islāmic Arab and Moors of Berber descent in Northern Africa, crossed the Strait of Gibraltar to the Iberian Peninsula and conquered Iberia (Medieval Spain) and ruled for eight … Continue reading Treasures of Colombia: Buñuelos or Colombian Fry Dumpling (Colombian Street Food)
Looking for a sweet mouthwatering snack? Look no further, the Colombian Aborrajado will satiate your taste buds. This exclusive dish will blow your palate away with its combination of ingredients that you wouldn’t even imagine could work together to create such a unique taste. Treasures of Colombia: Aborrajado (Colombian Street Food) By: Stacey -Ann … Continue reading Treasures of Colombia: Aborrajado (Colombian Street Food)
Using Jamaican Sinkle Bible or Aloe Vera provides a natural, organic and alternative method to treat many ailments. There are many varieties, around the world, of the Aloe Vera plant. In Jamaica, this famously renowned plant is also called Sinkle Bible. It is commonplace in many back yard and garden. This potent species is packed … Continue reading Jamaican Sinkle Bible, Aloe Vera Supplements
It is time to sample some Colombian Pollo Asado (Roast Chicken), or as we know it in Jamaica, Jamaican Jerk Chicken. Chicken may possibly be the most consumed meat of all time and in Colombia, it´s no different; the Pollo Asado - Roast Chicken is eaten every day. Treasures of Colombia: Colombian Pollo Asado (Colombian … Continue reading Treasures of Colombia: Colombian Pollo Asado (Colombian Street Food)
One of my favourite dishes in Colombia was originated right here where I live in the plains (El Llano) of Villavicencio, Meta. This traditional dish is called “Envuelto de Arroz” meaning wrapped rice; there are other versions as well – Envuelto de Maiz (wrapped corn) and Envuelto de Yucca (wrapped cassava).The Llaneros (people from the … Continue reading Treasures of Colombia: Envuelto de Arroz (Colombian Street Food)
Coffee is said by many to be an excellent starter to your day.It helps you to wake and liven you up to start that perfect day. However, Los Rolos or Los Bogotanos (people from Bogota, the capital of Colombia, Los Boyacences from Boyacá and the natives of Cundinamarca – Central Andean region in Colombia), prefer … Continue reading Treasures of Colombia: La Changua (Colombian Street Food)
I have always had many interests - knowledge, skills, and abilities. Teaching, training, counseling, writing, designing, traveling, conceptualizing/ideator, serving, and meeting the needs of others. I get bored easily and often move from one creative interest to the other, as needed. Living the Multi-Potential Life The thing is, many of the interests that I have … Continue reading Living the Multi-Potential Life: Why Some of Us Don’t Have One True Calling
This month is Women's History Month; however, women should be celebrated every day. They are the pillars and cornerstone of our homes, communities, and society. They are the ones who often shape us as individuals and provide unconditional love. Salute to All Women Being a strong role model and nurturer, women play their roles selflessly. … Continue reading Women’s History Month: Salute to All Women
