Bright citrusy flavours. Splashes of colourful sugary confetti. Rich creamy frosting flecked with berries. These cupcakes have it all. We start with a moist white chocolate cake recipe, but infuse it with lemon and lime zest so the flavour pops that much more...
Diageo, the world's leading spirits provider, received outstanding reviews for its brands at the fourth annual Ultimate Spirits Challenge (USC), held from March 11-15 in New York City. The USC identifies, recognises and rewards products that show superior quality....
AP:Don't know your pork butts from your rump roasts? It may be getting a little easier, at least for Americans.The American meat industry is rolling out a refresh of the often confusing 40-year-old system used for naming the various cuts of beef...
Western Bureau: As an island, Jamaica is blessed with delicious seasonal fruits all year round. Turning these into mouth-watering delectable desserts is the forte of Margaritaville's sous chef, Marcia Farquharson...
AP: Memphis is known for its barbecue and Philly for its cheesesteaks, but how about Nashville and its hot chicken? If you're not sure, you've never tried this fried chicken so fiery it will leave your mouth in shock. It's a flavour you don't soon forget....
It was a day when little bakers and everything sweet ruled. The day was March 22, and the grounds of the Seventh-day Baptist Early Childhood Centre on Job Lane in St Catherine was abuzz with activity. Books and pencils were put aside for the second staging...
The ongoing renaissance of Hope Gardens and Hope Zoo is bringing back one of the capital's treasures to its former glory. On a recent foodie trek, Vibes Cuisine discovered that the park's restaurant has been re-energised by chef/caterer and creative soul...
With the Bacchanal season almost at a close, all roads lead to the north coast destination of Ocho Rios this weekend. What better way to indulge in exotic libations than during a wonderful stay along Jamaica's coastal waters? ...
(AP): The first time I ate raw asparagus was during the '80s at an Italian restaurant in New York. Someone else must have pushed me to order it because until then the only asparagus I'd ever encountered was steamed and buttered...
Traditional Easter bun brands such as HTB, Yummy and Maxfield have contributed to many childhood memories for children growing up in Jamaica. Just like fish, which increases in consumption during...
WESTERN BUREAU: Like the Biltmore in Florida, and New York's Waldorf Astoria, Montego Bay, Jamaica, now has its signature Sunday brunch tagged 'Seven St James'. Unveiled two weeks ago, Seven St James at the Seawind Beach Club was created to fill the void...
It's fast becoming one of the most popular eateries in the now-buzzing downtown area.Tucked away on Little North Street is CC's, otherwise known as Curtis' Cook shop. Workers from nearby companies flock the shop's little waiting area daily and everyone knows...
(AP): Wherever you go there is always someone who has a love affair with lamb in every way and every cut. But many don't eat it very often because of the same thing that tends to make it so very delicious - its fattiness...
Tucked away in the heart of the city, off Lady Musgrave road, is a little oasis called South Beach Café. Every Tuesday, the café comes alive with seafood Tuesdays, which is known to be one of the staple events on the café's entertainment/foodie calendar....
The buzz of excitement coming out of 'Portie' is not just about the amazing transformation of the Trident Hotel, or the anticipated renaissance of the northeastern coast but also from the sumptuous ...
Vibes Cuisine just loves the garbanzo bean aka the humble chickpea. Well used by our fellow citizens of Arabic descent, it's also been heartily embraced by vegetarians. Affordable, nutritious and delicious, chickpeas are also quite versatile...
Escoveitched fish with rice and peas and vegetables.Tropical butterfly lobster tail with drawn garlic butter.Mongoose Jamaica is more than a restaurant, it's an experience, according to proprietor Lesbert Thomas.Located on Main Street in Ocho Rios, St...
While still in the Lenten season, some may opt to go completely vegan. If you do, here are some delicious recipes from Simply Vegan by Chorvelle Johnson. Enjoy!
The new small-plate restaurant in town, Fuzion House, has its doors open to welcome patrons to the newly constructed Sovereign North property on Barbican Road. A mixture of Chinese, Japanese, and Mediterranean, with a little Jamaican...
Irish and people all around the world celebrate St Patrick's Day on March 17 as an honour to the patron saint of Ireland and everything green.And it seems that 'St Paddy's Day' and Guinness go hand in hand, as the stout is among the most popular brands...
For many, during the lenten season, they make the switch to diet consisting mostly seafood. Containing Omega 3 fatty acids, low fat and good cholesterol, seafood has the rap of being expensive, but that is being dispelled especially at Kingston's first fast-food...
Kingston's premier wine, cheese and speciality food shop, Uncorked, recently celebrated two years of operations with a move to a more spacious location at Sovereign North.
Can you imagine crabs prepared in every way possible in abundance? That is the case at Whitebones Seafood Restaurant every Thursday night, where crab lovers converge, all for one cause - eating crab to their heart's content....
If you are a fan of Japanese food, you have probably tasted green tea ice cream or even fried ice cream. If you haven't tried them, I definitely recommend you do. There are some other Japanese sweets that taste great and are easy to make at home...
