Tag Archives: Belize

Kitchen Connections

Posted on March 20, 2013 by Marilyn

My favorite way to learn a new, global dish is to observe in kitchens of native cooks. Occasionally I am able to convince some women (no men so far) to let me watch them make a particular recipe – in … Continue reading →

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Key on Caye Lime Tart

Posted on February 27, 2013 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. I have already confessed that I love birthday celebrations, but my husband feels otherwise. He pretends that he is not really a year older, finds birthdays annoying and begs and pleads to have the day … Continue reading →

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“The Condiment”

Posted on May 30, 2012 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. I have to laugh whenever I look at the title of this post… “The Condiment” is the name we bestowed on the concoction Wayne threw together before my arrival at our home in Belize earlier … Continue reading →

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Gaga for Gumbo

Posted on May 23, 2012 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. Gumbo isn’t a Belizean dish but its roots are Cajun/Creole so it seems like it should be served here. With a bit of tweaking, I have made this hearty dish both in Belize and in … Continue reading →

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Cha Cha Chaa Creek

Posted on May 9, 2012 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. During our first family trip to Belize in 1998, we stayed inland, close by San Ignacio town at The Lodge at Chaa Creek. During the ensuing years we have returned to this sustainable “green” resort … Continue reading →

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Ceviche by the Sea

Posted on March 21, 2012 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. Ceviche: How much do I love thee? Let me count the ways: I love you in a big wood bowl with a spoon for dinner, I love you as an appetizer with homemade corn chips, … Continue reading →

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Belizian Chicken – The Ultimate Comfort Food

Posted on November 2, 2011 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. Making Belizean Chicken Click here to view on YouTube. When shopping for groceries in the United States, we are lucky to have access to a huge variety of foods in our local supermarkets. I’ve heard … Continue reading →

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A Belizean Style Wedding

Posted on October 12, 2011 by Marilyn

“It’s too complicated, and you could never explain it.” These were my husband’s words when I asked him if he thought it would be a good idea to write about Maria and Jose’s wedding in Belize. Despite his misgivings, I … Continue reading →

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The Best Belizean Barbeque

Posted on September 21, 2011 by Marilyn

Stephanie and her Barbeque To view on YouTube – go to http://youtu.be/enqq7hQXf_0 There are many, many “fast food” stands in San Pedro that sell “local” foods. Almost all of them feature three ubiquitous staples – chicken, rice and beans. And … Continue reading →

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Fresh Tortillas with Summer’s Bounty

Posted on August 31, 2011 by Marilyn

Domingo’s Tortilla Factory To view on YouTube – go to http://youtu.be/dNuPZccWaxE Tortillas, which mean “little cakes,” date back to around 10,000 BC. Initially made of native corn, today they are a staple of most Central American countries. Tortillas come in … Continue reading →

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