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Starbucks Continues Caribbean Expansion in Trinidad

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Starbucks continues Caribbean expansion By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon CJ Travel Editor Heads up, Caribbean-bound coffee lovers: there’s a new Starbucks in town. The region’s 33rd outpost is now open in San Fernando, Trinidad’s SouthPark Entertainment Complex. Operated by local restaurant management company […]

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A Hummus Recipe from Trinidad

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A chickpea recipe from Port of Spain By Fernando Franco CJ Contributor Plant-based protein meals can be quite the delight when created with proper ingredients.  As an Argentinean, I enjoy all types of meats, especially steak; however, it’s nice to […]

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This Is Your New Cocktail Recipe From Trinidad

Chutney Rhythm

Trinidad — it’s home to some of the Caribbean’s best rum (and appreciation for rum), led by the world-famous Angostura. Whether you’re in the rum shop, at carnival or just sitting in a hotel bar, rum is always here in […]

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The Hyatt Regency Trinidad’s Newest Hire

Hyatt Regency New Hire

The Hyatt Regency Trinidad has announced the appointment of a new beverage manager. The property has named Ashmeed Abass to the role, according to Food and Beverage Director Ronan Doherty. “We are thrilled to have promoted Ashmeed Abass to Beverage […]


Trinidad and Tobago Showing Strong Cruise Growth

Tobago Cruise Growth

It was a strong season for cruise arrivals to Trinidad and Tobago, according to the latest numbers from the country’s Tourism Development Company. The island of Trinidad received 30,493 cruise passenger arrivals from 25 cruises, while Tobago saw 70,298 passengers […]


This Trinidad Chef's Summer Grilling Tips

Summer Grilling

One of Trinidad’s top chefs explains how to grill this summer By Fernando Franco CJ Contributor Summer’s here, which means it’s time to get out and grill some barbecue foods!  During this season, I particularly love gathering with family and putting my tongs […]

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The Influence of Tamarind on Trinidadian Cuisine

By Fernando Franco CJ Contributor With the heavy Indian influence on Trinidadian cuisine, I was not surprised to see tamarind used in so many recipes when I first came to the island. This brown, curved pod-like fruit, which grows on […]


11 Great Caribbean Summer Vacations

School’s out for the summer. Rates are low and adventure is high. Summer travel is in the air, and now is the best time of the year for a vacation, whether with your family or your significant other. Few places […]


New Chairman of Trinidad and Tobago Tourism Development Company

By the Caribbean Journal staff Trinidad and Tobago’s Tourism Development Company has a new chairman. The TDC has appointed attorney Richard Duncan in the position, following the termination of former Chairman Dennise Demming last week. Duncan had already been serving […]

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How This Caribbean Spa Just Went Natural

By Dana Niland CJ Contributor Guests at Hyatt Regency Trinidad are enjoying the benefits of new natural, plant-based treatments available at the resort’s Spa Esencia. The spa’s new options use food-based ingredients in order to boost skin health and wellness. […]


The Jamaica-Trinidad Relationship

By Dennis Chung CJ Contributor The recent impasse between Jamaica and Trinidad, arising out of the latest round of Jamaicans being not only denied entry to Trinidad but being detained in less than acceptable circumstances, has once again raised the […]


Enterprise’s Big Caribbean Expansion

By the Caribbean Journal staff Enterprise Rent-a-Car has undertaken a major expansion in the wider Latin America and Caribbean region. The company has opened 22 new locations throughout the region, with new locations in Belize City, SanPedro Sula and Tegucigalpa […]