Jamaica Inn's Chef Maurice- a trip to the local market

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 When I think of Jamaica, white-sand beaches, lots of sunshine and thumping reggae first come to mind. But I also think of the delicious cuisine, the fertile soil and deep-blue Caribbean waters which provide a rich array of fresh fruits, vegetables and fish that star in dishes served here at Jamaica Inn. We stay here three weeks every February in a cottage on the sea, and today, this is where I am writing this week's blog from.

Photo credit- Jamaica Inn

 A few days ago Wee Bear and I took a trip to the Ocho Rios local Farmer's Market. It’s full of color, fresh vegetables and fruits and lot's of community spirit! Jamaica Inn set up a field trip with the Inn's Chef Maurice leading us through this interesting and beautiful market.

 Nelson our pilot drove a group of fourteen, 2 minutes away from Jamaica Inn  to the local farmers market.

Brookster's for your Valentine!!

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This Valentine’s Day, skip the store-bought heart-shaped box of chocolates. Instead, make your own delicious Brookster's! What is a Brookster you ask.....well

It's not quite a cookie, not quite a brownie, but with the best elements of both. They're called Brooksters! Are you still wondering what a Brookster is right now? It’s a mini Brookie..... which is a brownie cookie.  In other words… delicious! 

Mango Lassi Smoothie

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I should make more smoothies. They are ready in an eye blink, full with vitamins and fruit and they can easily replace dessert or be an essential part of a healthy breakfast. We are in Jamaica on our annual holiday. I always seem to eat lighter and healthier when I'm here. Lot's of fresh vegetables and fruits, Yummy! Today I am sharing a smoothie I make with my favorite of all fruits, the mango!

Superbowl Essential menu!!

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Superbowl XLIX

Five days to touchdown! With a big event like Super Bowl Sunday on the horizon, you want to make sure your snack game and half time dinner is on point. 

Wee Bear and I LOVE our SEAHAWKS!   Whether you are hosting or bringing snacks to your Super Bowl Party, I have some AMAZING noshes for you!  Warm up the couch, it's time for football and extra points for Super Food! 

Score a touchdown with my assortment of easily prepared, quick to serve yummies, and no matter who's winning, you will be a winner! Chili, sliders, cookies and more!!! Don't miss out on this TASTY MENU!!!

Pork and Black eyed pea chili!

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Seahawk's and Patriots in Superbowl XLIX! The Seahawks two years in a row! We all know where my heart is!! I had season tickets since the inception of Seahawks and waited and waited and waited! Now two years in a row!! I gave up my tickets once we moved to Winter's in Scottsdale, but I never gave up hope. Wee Bear and I are so excited!!

 I have perfected the perfect meal for your Superbowl party!!! This is so easy and delicious! 

Chicken Parmesan Meatballs

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It's January.......some of you want to cut back, some of you want to keep this party going right on through Super Bowl!! I have you both covered with this recipe!! I used ground chicken to make these meatballs light, but, for the partier's...you won't even notice!! And for that Superbowl party, make them into meatball sub sandwiches..........oh, so yummy!!

Roasted Brussel Sprouts

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My son, Dustin and daughter-in-law, Amy were the first to introduce me to this new foodie rage, brussel sprouts! I was shocked at how excited they were, and especially my son, who, hated everything green except green beans growing up. Who is this young man? This can't be my son? He would never let brussel sprouts touch his lips when growing up. Then, my daughter-in-law Eva and her mother Eva, made them for Thanksgiving and Christmas with bacon and balsamic.....Hmmmm I was slowly catching on. Next, my son came home from a trip to New York raving about how they are on every menu, in every restaurant! ......Oh, how the kid version of you guys would be disgusted!