Jamaican Beef Patties are Jamaica’s number 1 fast food which is typically eaten for lunch. It is world famous! Adam and I would go out of our way just to get a proper beef or chicken patty. When we lived in Baltimore we would often drive up to Park Heights just to satisfy our patty craving. This version is based on a recipe written by Jill Roberts in A Hamper of Recipes from Jamaica. You can prepare the patties full size as is done here or you can create bite sized versions f

Stewed chicken is common throughout the Caribbean with each locale having its own variation. This recipe was whipped up by Connie one day for some guests who could not eat curry. Connie learned this recipe from her mother when she was a little girl in Guyana so the recipe was prepared from memory. As it turned out, the stewed chicken was a huge hit. We hope you like it too! 2 Pounds of chicken (We used skinless/boneless thighs) 10 Seasoned peppers (or 1 bell pepper) 2 Tablesp

This salad can be a perfect side to some dishes (such as grilled lemon garlic chicken) or provided as a main since the chickpeas are a good source of protein. Whether you are a vegetarian or not, I find this salad to be very filling and satisfying. Give it a try and let me know what you think on my Nicole’s Table Facebook page. 1 Tablespoon fresh parsley,chopped 1 Tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 1 Small clove garlic, minced A pinch crushed red