From the Caribbean to Panama: Exploring Afro-Panamanian Heritage 🇵🇦 Foodie Nation x Sandra Ward

Join Rhett McCarthy and Sandra Ward (@BeingSandraWard) as they dive into the vibrant, flavorful world of Panama — from Caribbean roots and Afro-Panamanian heritage, to delicious eats and rich culture. In this Panama travel & food vlog you’ll discover: * The hidden gem restaurant La Tapa del Coco in Panama City, led by chefs Isaac and Armando with roots in Barbados and Jamaica. We tasted everything from coconut curry clams, beef patties / empanadas, salt-fish fritters (accra),

Oct 27

30 Minute Taco Night with Chef Ari 🇹🇹 Foodie Nation

Chef Ari showing you how to pull off an easy, flavour-packed 30-minute taco night that the whole family will love! Perfect for mums looking for quick weekday dinner ideas that still feel special. RECIPES Fish tempura 1 cup pholourie mix 1 egg white 3tbsps soda water ½ lb fish fillets Oil for frying Method: Cut fish fillets into strips. Make a batter with the first three ingredients. Dip strips in batter and fry. Corn relish 1 tin drained corn ½ chilli sliced* optional 2 tbsps

Oct 21

Introducing A Foreigner To Trinidad & Tobago’s Food in New York City 🇹🇹 Foodie Nation x Sandra Ward

In this week’s Foodie Nation vlog, Rhett Mc Carthy takes his mission to promote Caribbean cuisine and culture beyond the islands, all the way to Queens, New York City! 🇹🇹🇺🇸 Joined by Sandra Ward, an international model, coach, fashion show producer, and mentor born and raised in Panama, Rhett gives her a Trinidad and Tobago culinary experience, right in the heart of NYC. Their stop: Trini Delite Roti Shop, a popular Caribbean family-owned restaurant located at 110-02 Libe

Oct 20

Lion Brand Doubles Recipe

Bara Ingredients Lion Brand Roti & Doubles Flour - 3 cups (sifted) Brown Sugar - 1 tsp Salt - 1/2 tsp Tumeric Powder - 3/4 tsp Instant Yeast - 1 tsp Lion Brand Baking Powder - 1 tsp Luke Warm Water - 1 cups + 3 tbsp (measure this in ounces) Vegetable Oil - 1 tbsp + 4 cups (for frying) Method 1. In a bowl, flour, sugar, salt, tumeric, yeast & baking powder. 2. Mix together until all the ingredients are fully & evenly incorporated into the flour. 3. Make a well in the middle an

Oct 17

How To Make Jeera Rice 🇹🇹 Foodie Nation

Aromatic cumin-spiced rice meets sweet, tender onions in this beautiful Caribbean twist on a classic Indian favourite! This recipe uses Lotus Parboiled Rice for perfect grains every time - fluffy, flavourful, and packed with island flair. Jeera Rice Stuffed Onions (Using Lotus Parboiled Rice) Yield: 4 Servings (4 stuffed onions) Ingredients: 4 large Onions White or yellow, whole, outer skins intact 1 cup Lotus Parboiled Rice Rinsed 2 tbsp Ghee or Butter 2 tsp Whole Cumin Seed

Oct 14