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A New Dessert Recipe from Trinidad

The holidays flew by in a blink of an eye and here we are in the New Year, and a new year brings new food trends. Carefully curated, sustainable foods are predicted to take 2017 by storm. Another food trend […]

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Air Canada Launches New Nonstop Flights to Trinidad

Air Canada has launched new year-round nonstop flights to Trinidad. The flights, which will operate on Air Canada Rouge, will fly twice weekly from Toronto to Trinidad’s Piarco International Airport in Port of Spain. “Air Canada is very pleased to […]

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5.8-Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Trinidad and Tobago, Southern Caribbean

Earthquake Trinidad and Tobago

The biggest earthquake in the Caribbean in several years caused shaking across the Southern Caribbean on Tuesday evening. The 5.8-magnitude quake’s epicenter was about 25 miles southwest of Scarborough, Tobago; it struck at about 5:42 PM local time at a […]

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How to Make Trinidad’s Famous Black Cake

Not your average holiday fruitcake, black cake is a delectable cake filled with rum and fruit. It sounds simple, but creating it is an arduous task that requires patience and more than a week of soaking a variety of fruit […]


How to Make Trinidad’s Famous Pastelles

Pastelles

Summer’s over and the Christmas holiday is quickly approaching. Trinis love a good holiday celebration, especially when it comes to the food. Pastelles are a traditional delicacy during the Christmas season in Trinidad even though they are also consumed at […]


How to Travel to Trinidad Right Now, For Less

Travel to Trinidad

Thinking of a getaway to Trinidad? There are a host of specials for stays on one of the Caribbean’s most energetic islands (and one of the region’s top culinary destinations) right now. The Chancellor Hotel, a 30-room property near Port […]

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Starbucks Continues Caribbean Expansion in Trinidad

Starbucks

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 […]


A Hummus Recipe from Trinidad

Chickpea

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 […]


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 […]