Restaurant Review: Baltimore’s Island Quizine Disappoints, St. Mary’s Restaurant Surprises

Island Quizine, Quisine, or Cuisine restaurants keep being a disappointment . Why do I keep going back? I wonder the same; hope, maybe? But, I think that I now give up hope for Island Quizine. Especially after finding restaurants like St. Mary's Restaurant & Bar in Baltimore City that does justice to Jamaican food; more … Continue reading Restaurant Review: Baltimore’s Island Quizine Disappoints, St. Mary’s Restaurant Surprises

IQ Bar & Grill (Island Quizine) Restaurant in Baltimore Disappoints

IQ Bar & Grill (Island Quizine) Restaurant Disappoints by Denise N. Fyffe Let's dig in. We went to Island Quizine to dine in and did not realize that they separated the order section, which no longer had the cozy eat in section as before. So, the staff sent us the door over; that's when realized … Continue reading IQ Bar & Grill (Island Quizine) Restaurant in Baltimore Disappoints

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Restaurant Review: Rosa Mexicana So Disappointing, Bond45 Mucho Respect!

My sister felt for Mexican food and I was looking forward to trying it. Man what a disappointment Rosa Mexicana was! I was so looking forward to a good experience. Seeing as I was visiting National Harbour for the first time in April. When we entered it smelled good. My taste buds were eager. My … Continue reading Restaurant Review: Rosa Mexicana So Disappointing, Bond45 Mucho Respect!

Treasures of Colombia: Buñuelos or Colombian Fry Dumpling (Colombian Street Food)

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)

Treasures of Colombia: Aborrajado (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)

Treasures of Colombia: Colombian Pollo Asado (Colombian Street Food)

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)

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Treasures of Colombia: Envuelto de Arroz (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 … Continue reading Treasures of Colombia: Envuelto de Arroz (Colombian Street Food)

Treasures of Colombia: Pandebono (Colombian Street Food)

One of my favorite snacks to eat in the mornings after my first class is called Pan de Bono / Pandebono. The Pandebono is originally from the Cauca Valley (Valle del Cauca). However, it is prepared all over Colombia. Treasures of Colombia: Pandebono (Colombian Street Food) BY: STACEY-ANN SMITH The story behind this bread is … Continue reading Treasures of Colombia: Pandebono (Colombian Street Food)