Category: Tropicals

Caipirinha, North America style

The authentic Brazilian lime drink is called Caipirinha, a drink made from cachaca which is white rum distilled with unrefined sugarcane juice. ...

Papaya with beer-sauteed fajitas

4 oz. of beer is half a can. Drink the other half while cooking. It's the cook's privilege. I hate to say drink fast, but...

Potato SlimCado salad

This quick-and-easy potato SlimCado salad is the answer to "what to bring to...". No one will guess it's quick or easy. They'll just want the...

Coconut fruit dip

Fresh coconut is extravagant, so it is worth the extra effort. So open up some coconuts, get that white meat out and start spreading the...

Individual tropical pizzas

A big thank you to my home ec teacher, Mrs. Parker, for teaching us to make individual pizzas. Here's a tropical pizzas that's kid-friendly easy...

Guava and fennel salad

Guava, both red and Thai, can be enjoyed raw. The trick is in using the guava part without seeds for a delicious fruit in salads...

Papaya s’mores

Add papaya to the s'more lineup and you'll be surprised at the great taste added-in. Also perfect for an easy snack for oneself!...

Oatmeal topped with passionfruit and papaya

Why settle for just plain oatmeal, when some tropical fruit can make the start of your day memorable? It's quick, it's ez. It's delish....

Calabaza boniato stew

Calabaza always makes a great soup. In this version, the pumpkin can be enjoyed in chunks along with other garden veggies. Boniatos add a nutty...

Caribbean Red Papaya Dessert Topping

If you don't want to go cold turkey into a fruit as a dessert, try it in a topping for a baked treat. You'll go...