Get ready for tons of healthy choices at the SALAD CAFE, a new restaurant on the Avenue in Woodbrook. We’re talking salads that make a meal like D Big Shot (lettuce, olives, capers cherry tomatoes, chick peas and feta cheese with salmon and tossed in a cumin dressing. The cafe menu is cleverly divided into … Continue reading »
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Gluten free Trinidad Tobago
TARYN’S, The Panyol Place (St. James, Trinidad)
Seek out this unassuming spot on Mucurapo Road and you’ll be rewarded with authentic Venezuelan food in a homey, friendly setting. All the tasty Venezuelan bites and dishes are on TARYN’S menu - arepas, empanadas, cachapas, pabellon criollo, and more. Start with the hearty shrimp corn soup, which manages to be light and rich all at once. Next … Continue reading »
CRATE FOODS (Trinidad)
Launched by two trained chefs, CRATE FOODS makes divine dressings, chutneys and sauces from mostly local ingredients. We were lucky enough to sample their products at the February 2012 UpMarket – Sweet n’ Spicy BBQ Sauce; Balsamic Dressing; Roasted Garlic & Papaya Pepper Sauce; a flavourful Green Season-All (it’s like a gourmet green seasoning); Shadon Beni Pepper Sauce; and … Continue reading »
THE PASTA GALLERY (Crown Point,Tobago)
Located in Crown Point, THE PASTA GALLERY is a welcome addition to Tobago’s dining scene serving up hearty Italian pasta dishes. The restaurant is a colorful ode to minimalism, warmed up with yellow, green and purple washed walls and handmade furniture. All this colour is beautifully punctuated by the original paintings and drawings of local professional artists, Rachael Heusner … Continue reading »
VANILLA BEAN GOURMET STORE (Cunupia, Trinidad)
The VANILLA BEAN GOURMET STORE sells exotic seafood, imported meats (halal), spices, freshly-baked artisan breads and desserts, organic cereals, smoothies, vanilla bean paste, vanilla and almond extracts, chocolates, imported coffees and teas, and interestingly enough Dunkin Donuts. Imported seasonal fruits like raspberries, blueberries, cherries and strawberries are also for sale. Free samples of Starbucks and … Continue reading »
BUZO OSTERIA ITALIANA (Port of Spain, Trinidad)
Don’t miss our post & pictures of our most recent visit to BUZO and Chef Cristian Grini’s favourite dishes in Trinidad! According to TripAdvisor, BUZO OSTERIA ITALIANA is the #1 restaurant in Trinidad. We’ve dined at BUZO several times and are happy to report that BUZO does deserve its high marks. This is a place where the ambiance, service … Continue reading »
WATERFRONT RESTAURANT at Hyatt Regency Trinidad (Port of Spain)
Cuisine – International; Caribbean/Creole Serving – Breakfast; Brunch; Lunch; Dinner Hours – Breakfast: 6am-10:30am; Lunch: 11:30am-2:30pm; Dinner: 6:30pm-10:30pm, Daily; Sunday Brunch; 12pm-2pm Features – Full service; Full bar; Outdoor seating available; Waterfront views See pictures of the Hyatt Trinidad’s buffet breakfast at the Waterfront Restaurant. Continue reading »
CINNAMON DELI & PATISSERIE – Hyatt Trinidad (Port of Spain)
The Hyatt’s CINNAMON DELI & PATISSERIE is the perfect place to stop for quick snacks; salads, paninis, sandwiches and quiche; and pastries. Cinnamon also has a full coffee bar and serves other beverages including tea, sodas, and smoothies. Serves – Breakfast; Light Lunch/Dinner Hours - Open 24 hours daily Good to Know – Afternoon Tea Service on Mondays … Continue reading »
KARIWAK VILLAGE RESTAURANT (Crown Point, Tobago)
Update (November 2012): Kariwak’s new cookbook is out! Check it out here! KARIWAK VILLAGE RESTAURANT offers a winning combination of excellent Creole-style food and friendly service. Prix fixe and a la carte menus are available for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and because the restaurant is part of the Kariwak Village hotel, you can always grab a … Continue reading »