Taste the Islands

“The authors incorporate their knowledge of the region’s history, noting native traditions and colonial influences, as well as the variety present in today’s Caribbean cuisine, influenced as it has been by the international nature of the contemporary culinary scene. This perspective results in a nuanced approach which is enriched by the joy the chefs clearly find in their work.”—Booklist“[A] flavor-packed collection of zesty island favorites… . Will easily appeal to fans of Caribbean cuisine as well as those yearning for island life.”—Publishers Weekly

Hugh Sinclair (“Chef Irie”) is a Jamaican-born chef who enjoys sharing his knowledge and love of island food with television and live audiences. Cynthia Verna (“Chef Thia”) is a Haitian-born chef and the author of 50 Favorite Haitian Recipes: Taste the Islands Essentials. Sinclair and Verna are co-hosts of the show Taste the Islands, which airs on PBS and Create TV. Calibe Thompson, a Jamaican-American entrepreneur, is creative director at Island Syndicate, a media, design, and entertainment agency based in South Florida. She is the creator and executive producer of Taste the Islands.