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The kind of cookies yuh bake once… and somehow the tray empty before it cools. 😌
Christmas Cookies Ingredients * 3 cups Lion Brand Self Rising Flour * ½ tsp Lion Brand Baking Powder * 1 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled * 1 cup brown sugar * ½ cup white sugar * 1 whole egg + 2 egg yolks (extra yolk for richness) * 2 tsp vanilla extract * 1 cup white chocolate chunks * 1 cup red & green M&Ms Method 1. In a large bowl, mix melted butter with brown sugar and white sugar until smooth. 2. Add whole egg + 2 egg yolks and vanilla; mix until fully c
Dec 21, 2025


Trini Spiced Orange Chocolate Trifle with Chef Ari 🇹🇹 Foodie Nation
This Trini Spiced Orange Chocolate Trifle brings together rich semisweet chocolate, bright citrus, and smooth orange custard with soft sponge cake soaked in orange liquor. The perfect balance of chocolate and “Trini spice” makes it a standout dessert for any christmas lime. Ingredients: – 2 store-bought sponge cakes (cubed) – 3 cups semisweet chocolate – 4 cups cream – 2 cups mandarin – ½ tsp orange extract – 4 egg yolks – ½ cup powdered sugar – 1 cup orange liquor* Method: M
Dec 21, 2025


Sorrel & Ponche de Crème Christmas Layered Dessert with Chef Ari 🇹🇹 Foodie Nation
Experience the flavors of a true Trini Christmas with our Sorrel & Ponche de Crème Christmas Layered Dessert, made by Chef Ari! 🎄✨ This festive masterpiece brings together homemade Christmas ladyfingers dipped in gingerbeer syrup, a rich ponche de crème cream filling, swirls of sorrel jam, and a soft sorrel-flecked whipped topping. Every layer captures the warmth, nostalgia, and magic of the season. 🇹🇹 RECIPE Components Homemade Christmas ladyfingers (Lotus flour) Dipped i
Dec 2, 2025


Sorrel Scones Recipe
Ingredients (Makes 8 scones) Dry: • 2 cups Lion brand self rising flour • 1/3 cup granulated sugar • 1 tbsp Lion brand baking powder • 1/2 tsp salt • 1 tbsp finely grated orange zest (about 1 large orange) Cold & Wet: • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes • 2/3 cup cold heavy cream (plus extra for brushing) • 1 large egg • 1 tsp vanilla extract Filling & Garnish: • 3/4 cup fresh or dried sorrel (hibiscus flowers) • 1–2 tsp sugar
Nov 26, 2025


Crispy Curry-Spiced Oyster Mushroom “Fry”
Ingredients For the Batter • 1 cup Pholourie Mix • 1 1/4 cup Water (add a little more if needed) • 1 tsp Curry Powder • ½ tsp Cumin (Geera) Powder • ½ tsp Paprika (optional, for color) • ½ tsp Salt • 1 clove Garlic, grated or micro-planed For the Mushrooms • 300–400g Oyster Mushrooms, pulled into bite-size clusters • Light sprinkle Salt + Black Pepper For Frying • Vegetable oil (enough for shallow or deep fry) Method 1. Prep the mushrooms •
Nov 13, 2025


100 Days to Carnival: 6 Healthy Recipes To Get Ready For The Road 🇹🇹 Foodie Nation x Achsah Henry
Carnival prep starts now! Chef Ari teamed up with Achsah Henry to share six easy, healthy recipes you can actually enjoy while getting ready for the road; from refreshing smoothies to satisfying wraps, salmon, steak, and even a guilt-free dessert. Whether you’re a fitness lover, meal-prep pro, or just looking to eat cleaner before Carnival, these dishes are packed with flavour and balance! Anti Bloat Smoothie Ingredients 1cup Papaya 4tbsps Coconut milk 1/4 cup Aloe Vera/Co
Nov 8, 2025


With Lion Brand, Kachori come out crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy on the inside 🔥
Ingredients: Channa - 1 cup (soaked overnight) Split Peas - 1 cup (soaked overnight) Lion Brand Self Rising Flour - 1/4 cup Lion Brand...
Oct 3, 2025









