Many a long time ago, I first heard of this now seemingly ubiquitous dessert when Andouille raved about his aunt’s version of this sweet, milky cake. “OHMYGODCHRISSY! Tres leches is ugghhhh. THE. BEST.” I know you don’t know Andouille…but…really everyone should. He is really just the…
Traditional New Orleans beignets are pillowy fried doughnuts coated generously in powdered sugar and served with chicory coffee.
One morning in recent weekends past, I simultaneously made myself breakfast while making my no-churn for the week (mint, in case you were wondering) and it turns out the coffee was done brewing just as I emptied the can of sweetened condensed milk. Kismet, if you will. The answer to this situation seemed obvious and my coffee had the oh-so-wonderful hint of the liquid heaven that lingers in the can after it’s been emptied. A delicious way to start the day. And with that, this Jamaican coffee also became obvious.
My favorite vanilla birthday cake from the Hummingbird Bakery with a rich chocolate frosting from Ina is the best and tastiest way to celebrate a new year.
Caramel swirled buttermilk ice cream will be your new favorite- a tangy buttermilk base swirled with a homemade salted caramel ribbon throughout.
Is it sacrilege to not go out and play today? It’s very pleasantly in the low-to-mid 80s, with not much humidity and less than a few clouds in the sky. In short, the weather for which this city lives.
But, the laundry will not do itself.
The bathroom will not clean itself.
These island spice cookies will not bake themselves.
This pineapple coconut bread channels those island vibes in a nod to the flavors of the Caribbean in this easy quick yeast-free bread.
While the internet can make many an enemy, it can also make some friends. As such, today’s musings are part of a guest post I wrote for Justine over at Just Haves. I’d like to thank her for the opportunity, and hope that you’ll head…
Despite the unfortunate circumstances that took me home last week, one good thing came out of it. MOM FOOD. And these mojo ribs with black beans and rice.
This Caribbean inspired Dandy Shandy adapted from The Spice Necklace is the perfect way to give you island vibes when you’re far away from them.