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My Jamaican-Style Eggnog with Brandy and White Rum

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  While eggnog isn’t a Christmas tradition in Jamaica, this hot eggnog recipe is perfect for December holiday drinks. Smooth, lightly spiced, and gently balanced with a splash of white rum or brandy, it’s rich, comforting, and easy to make at home. Whether you’re serving it for a cozy night in or as part of your holiday celebrations, this recipe hits all the right notes, creamy, flavourful, and satisfying. Jump to Recipe Recipe Card: Hot Eggnog Preparation Details Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 10–15 minutes Total Time: 20–25 minutes Servings: 4 Ingredients 4 cups whole milk 1 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup granulated sugar 6 large egg yolks (common fowl preferred for richer colour) 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1–2 tablespoons white rum or brandy (optional) Instructions In a medium saucepan, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, and sugar until the sugar is dissolve...
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Creamy Jamaican Honey Mustard Mayonnaise

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  Creamy Jamaican Honey Mustard Mayonnaise Less about tradition, more about flavour! This creamy, tangy sauce is the perfect modern pairing for fried chicken and chips. Jump to Section The Story Behind the Sauce Ingredients Instructions Nutritional Information The Story Behind the Sauce When it comes to dips and sauces, tastes evolve, and sometimes the best flavors are the newest arrivals! While some sauces evoke deep childhood memories, this Honey Mustard Mayonnaise recipe is less about nostalgia and more about modern Jamaican flavor. It's no secret that this creamy, tangy, and slightly sweet sauce has become a massive hit across the island. These days, you'll find it proudly served alongside crunchy, golden brown fried chicken. And if you're out having a quick bite, chances are your serving of chips (fries) will be begging to be dipped in this smooth, flavorful condiment. This recipe i...
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Jamaican Original Rice and Peas Without Coconut Milk

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  Jamaican Traditional Rice and Peas Without Coconut Milk Rice and peas was traditionally eaten only on Sundays and Wednesdays in Jamaica. Nowadays, it is eaten any day of the week. Red kidney beans are called peas in Jamaica. Do we call all beans peas? No, only red kidney beans. A lot of people do not know that coconut milk is not used in the original rice and peas recipe. Traditionally, it was a margarine that we call pound butter put into rice and peas. The idea of using coconut milk comes from the Rastafarian community they have a love affair with coconuts and put the milk into almost everything they cook. Eventually, everyone started to put coconut milk into rice and peas and the original recipe was forgotten. A lot of people say red kidney beans should be soaked before cooking else it will cause gas and poison. I am here to tell you that’s not Jamaican culture. Soaking red peas is a preference that doesn't have anything to do with gas or poison. I personally have ...
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