by Chef LAM | Aug 23, 2017 | Back 2 Basics, Caribbean Recipes, Lent Dishes, Meatless Mondays
While catching up with my brother, an occurrence that happens most times over internet messaging, today I made a well needed international call to Trinidad. Whether typed out or spoken aloud, our light conversations always start off with “so, what yuh drinking these...
by Chef LAM | Jan 27, 2017 | Back 2 Basics, Gasparillo Junction Travels
Here in the US, many individuals and companies are making a livelihood around food–promoting its deliciousness through sped up how-to videos, judging competitors on how well they can prepare it and many profit from it. There is even a name given to people that just...
by Chef LAM | Aug 17, 2016 | Back 2 Basics, Cooking Tips
Couscous is the rolled semolina of hard wheat that is cooked with steam and should not boiled. I eat this North African dish at home topped with any meat and vegetable dish with lots of gravy. Great dish to make for a weeknight’s quick dinner. I always used stock to...
by Chef LAM | Jul 15, 2016 | Back 2 Basics, Caribbean Recipes
Grammies. My siblings, cousins and I interchangeably called her that, Grams or Gramma Lu. She was known for her sternness, her stylish church hats and admired for her ability to bake well. So it was with no surprise to witness my Aunty speak of this skill in the...
by Chef LAM | May 24, 2016 | Back 2 Basics, Cooking Tips, Meatless Mondays
Vinaigrettes are easy to make at home and can be used on more than salads. There are vinaigrettes that act as marinades for meat and as dressings for pastas and grains. The definition is simple: a sauce made of the temporary emulsion of acid, oil and other...
by Chef LAM | May 5, 2016 | Back 2 Basics, Braises and Stews, Caribbean Recipes, Cooking Tips
Braising consist of three important parts: browning or frying of foods that yield amazing color. Not limited to meats and poultry, I’ve read recipes explaining steps to achieve perfectly braised fruit and vegetables. The second step, slow cooking food in a covered...
