Port of Spain Restaurants
We are proud Pechites. What’s a Pechite? Pechites are hard-core devotees of PECHE’s superb desserts, pastries and swoon-worthy breakfasts and lunches. At our last T&T Bloggers’ Table PECHE PATISSERIE was scribbled on the wish list and Chef Khalil Ali made it happen. A few weeks later the foodie gang happily descended on PECHE — Corey-Learning Patience, Q-Bring It … Continue reading »
Dim sum anyone? Last Sunday after taking in a film at the Chinese Film Festival, we felt a visit to TIKI VILLAGE was in order. Why TIKI VILLAGE? We wanted good dim sum served up with a view. Located on the eighth floor of the Kapok Hotel, this restaurant offers up dim sum delights among the tree … Continue reading »
ZABOUCA BREADS has “reached!” The bread roster at this artisan bakery includes a Green Olive & Thyme, Flax Seed Batard, Sunflower Rye along with a multigrain bread, miche, baguette and a spelt boule. Carb lovers can also get their fill from the ZABOUCA ”quick bread and scones” menu with delightful-sounding scones like Blueberry Cornmeal, Coconut Ginger, Toasted Hazelnut Chocolate and the Cheddar Green … Continue reading »
Our blogger meet-up at BUZO OSTERIA ITALIANA ticked all the boxes for a fantastic lime – great food, wine and a little bubbly (always appreciated), and tons of chat. This meet-up saw another blogger added to the bunch, ChutneyGarden helmed by local writer and fellow food lover Sharon Millar. And of course, TriniGourmet’s Sarina, Q of … Continue reading »
Weary after a busy Carnival Monday, we finally popped into KAVA for dinner to see what the pizza buzz is all about. KAVA’s pizza menu offers 18 thin crust pizzas fired by a combination gas and wood burning oven. Exciting pizza toppings abound here from the signature KAVA (goat cheese, caramelized onions, toasted walnuts or capers) to the … Continue reading »
Tucked inside a gorgeous 120 year-old building with loads of architectural charm, sits LA CANTINA PIZZERIA, Trinidad’s newest authentic Italian pizzeria (bringing the count to three!). LA CANTINA started out bringing awesome pies to pizza lovers Tobago and opened a Trinidad location in December 2012. With seating for nearly 100 people - an outdoor patio (perfect for … Continue reading »
We’re totally smitten with the newest GOLDEN BELL KOREAN RESTAURANT outlet, the throwback charm of its decor, and the food, oh the food! Located on Maraval Road, the dinner menu features all the Korean stalwarts – Shabu-Shabu (technically a Japanese dish but popular in Korea), Jeongol (hot pot), Jjigae (Korean stew), rice and noodle dishes, and appetizers … Continue reading »
Serving appetizers, salads, pizzas, pasta and poultry, seafood and meat entrees alongside desserts, we’re excited to try Port of Spain’s newest Italian restaurant – Emiliana Osteria Italiana. Insider Tip: We’re already hearing great things about their pizza! Click here for our Emiliana Osteria Italiana pictures from a recent dinner. Cuisine - Italian Serving/Hours - Lunch & Dinner: Monday … Continue reading »
PETIT GOURMET is one of our favourite sources in Trinidad for gourmet and international foods. And, this bright and spacious gourmet grocery store makes you want to linger as you work your way through rooms dedicated to produce, packaged specialty foods and frozen/refrigerated food products and a room with a bakery, deli and coffee bar. … Continue reading »
Cuisine -International Serving/Hours - Lunch & Dinner – Monday-Thursday: 11:45am-10:30pm; Friday-Saturday: 10am-4pm. Features - Full service; Full bar; Outdoor seating; Restaurant can be rented out for special parties. Good to Know – International Lunch Buffet, Monday-Saturday, 11:45am-2:30pm ($190/person inclusive of all taxes); Afternoon Tea Service on Thursdays, 4pm-6pm ($150/person inclusive of all taxes); Brunch on Sundays, 11am-2:30pm ($240/adult inclusive of … Continue reading »
1. CHOP CHOPS BISTRO (Port of Spain, Trinidad) – With its high quality ingredients and perfect thin crust, CHOP CHOPS is our favourite spot for gourmet pizza in Trinidad! (We’re partial to thin crust pizzas.) Don’t miss the Super Mushroom pizza made with a creamy white sauce and insanely fresh mushrooms. (Check out Chop Chops’ special pizza deal - … Continue reading »
Head to EAGLE’S RESTAURANT for a taste of Trinidad’s dim sum! Lunch and dinner (see menu here) are also served daily, while dim sum is served all day on Sundays at very reasonable prices. The service at EAGLE’S is friendly and efficient, with orders coming out very quickly. EAGLE’S a la carte dim sum menu is extensive … Continue reading »
BITS & PIECES is an annual Christmas market featuring local artisans selling everything from art to wind chimes. Food, jewelry, glass art, hand turned wood, ceramics, paintings, local photographs, soaps and children’s books also will be available. The gourmet food items sound divine — sweet treats like French Macarons, Cocobel Chocolates and Gina’s Chocolate Truffles, delicious … Continue reading »
POLLO TROPICAL has ‘reached’ Trinidad, and we think it’s a decent choice for an inexpensive quick meal and the sauces are delish! Cuisine - Chicken, Fish, Steak, Pork and Sides of Carbs & Veggies Serving - Lunch & Dinner, Sunday – Thursday: 10:30am – 11pm Features - Counter Service; Large seating area; Outdoor seating is available; Drive-through; Delivery service. Good to Know - … Continue reading »
