This video below offers a good example of the traditional way to cook Jerk pork or chicken … on pimento wood. It was shot at Scotchies Jerk Center in Ocho Rios where I visited in March. In my case they wouldn’t let me see much and shied away when I asked about their cooking methods and secret sauce. I guess that’s why they call it a secret. I was really happy to find this video, which shows behind the scenes so you can...
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Wow, I’m still surprised by what a difference a year can make. A year ago I would’ve never thought I’d be featured on a cooking show. Well, even at my age, life never ceases to surprise me. Two weeks ago Angela and I taped a guest appearance on a local TV show called Look I Cook. It was a lot of fun and I’m excited (and a little nervous) to see how it turned out. Check out the behind-the-scenes video above and, if...
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Not long ago, I heard someone describe a beef patty as a Jamaican hamburger. Mainly because of the popularity of patties as a snack food in Jamaica. However, I recently came across this video that features a man demonstrating how to stuff a beef patty with toppings… just like on a hamburger! Considering how popular patties have become around the world, it’s no surprise that people would put their own spin on it. However, some...
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From time to time I’ll be sharing some great videos I come across about food in Jamaica. This one is about street food, but it really features Jamaican food in general. You’ll see many of the dishes you’ll find here on this website, including Callaloo and Curry Chicken. For those of you who have never visited Jamaica this video also does a good job of giving you a little taste of the the island’s beauty, culture and...
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