Honoring World Coconut Day: 5 Reasons You Should Eat More Coconut Meat “Jelly”
You know that white stuff inside a coconut? That’s coconut meat, and it’s really good for you. It’s has fiber and a compound called MCTs (medium-chain triglycerides), which can do good things for your body like help with digestion, keep your heart healthy, and even help with weight loss. Coconuts thrive in warm, tropical weather, […]
9 Health Benefits of Jamaican Grapes You Should Know
In the past, it was believed that grapes could not be grown for commercial purposes in Jamaica because the crop requires optimal amounts of sun and cooling along with chiefly dry conditions. However, commercial cultivation of grapes has succeeded in Hellshire, St. Catherine and parts of St. Thomas. Grapes can also be grown by household gardeners in Jamaica who can then […]
11 Benefits of Yams That May Amaze You
Rich in vitamins, minerals, and low in fat, the humble yam is gaining in popularity around the world and is being used as a substitute for traditional potatoes. It doesn’t matter which of the 18 different yam varieties individuals choose to eat, each has its own unique flavor, texture, and essential nutrients. Yams can be […]
Toronto Holds First-of-Its-Kind Festival to Celebrate Jamaica’s Iconic Patty
Toronto staged the first Patty Fest on 4 August 2023 in the city’s newly designated Little Jamaica Cultural District. This is the first event of its kind to be held in Canada. Organizers hope it will become a staple yearly event in the community. Welcomed Reboot Behind the creation of the 2023 Toronto Patty Fest […]
10 Jamaican Food Most Visitors to the Island Will Be Too Scared to Try
Many dishes that Jamaicans have cooked for centuries may seem odd to visitors. A history of slavery perpetrated on the nation by various countries has taught residents the importance of using every resource at their disposal. The following are 10 Jamaican foods that visitors are afraid to try. Chicken Foot Soup When chicken feet are […]
8 Benefits of Ackee You May Not Know
Ackee is a contradictory food. When the unripe fruit is ingested, its toxic and can be fatal. Conversely, the fully ripened fruit can be consumed after being cooked. The national fruit of Jamaica is typically treated more like a vegetable in recipes. The National Institutes of Health in the U.S. confirms that ackee has a wealth […]
Here are the 9 Reasons Why You Should be Eating More Callaloo
The green leafy vegetable is a staple in Jamaican cuisine. It can be eaten as a standalone side vegetable, but is typically combined with other vegetables, spices and saltfish. Callaloo is a healthy choice that contains a variety of vitamins and minerals. Antioxidants Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that’s abundant in callaloo. Antioxidants neutralize […]
The Top 13 Recipes People in Jamaica Searched For in 2022
What recipes are the most requested in Jamaica in 2021? The following 13 recipes are part of the collection gathered by Jamaicans.com over its 26 years in operations. Below are the 13 Jamaican recipes most requested in Jamaica in 2021. 1. Jamaican Stew Peas In Jamaica, stew peas refer to red “peas,” or kidney beans. […]
The Top 12 Jamaican Recipes the Canadians Were Cooking in 2022
We has collected more than 400 authentically Jamaican recipes. Here are the 13 recipes most requested by Jamaican food lovers in Canada in 2022. 1. Jamaican Stew Peas In Jamaica, stew peas refer to red “peas,” or kidney beans. This dish combines the peas with stew beef, pig’s tail, and coconut milk. Added flavorings include […]
The Top 13 Jamaican Recipes the British Were Cooking in 2022
What Jamaican recipes were people in Britain looking for? Here are the recipes most searched for by British visitors to the Jamaicans.com website in 2022. 1. Bully Beef Bully beef is canned corned beef, and in Jamaica, it is favored for a quick and simple meal. Onions, tomatoes, and scotch bonnet peppers are added to […]