World Food Caribbean 1e

The islands of the Caribbean are home to a cuisine as diverse as it is delectable. Fertile soil and bountiful seas provide inter-island as well as regional specialties, and this guide will usher you to each island's table. You'll discover how to crack open conch, mix a rum-soaked mojito and celebrate Carnival, Caribbean style. If your pantry needs a calypso kick, or if you do, the Caribbean and its cuisine are the stepping stones to sun, sand and sustenance.the essential guide to the culture of food and drink in the Caribbeanconcocting cocktails across the islandsa tropical twist on Spanish, Dutch, English and French cuisinerum, cigars and Hemingway hauntsthe definitve Caribbean dictionary for every food and drink occasiontantalising photography and recipes