Hello its leproso6 and Ambee the great here. We have finally found the best tasting seasoning for your jerk food. Walkerswood makes the seasoning, sauce and marinade. Try it out and let us know what you think. Thanks.
Monday, December 26, 2011
Saturday, December 10, 2011
Ocho Rios, Jamaica is a Lovely, Natural Paradise With Lots to Do and See
If you want a vacation in a lush, tropical location; try the town of Ocho Rios in Jamaica. On the coast, the town has much to do and see. From big resorts, to smaller, privately-owned garden styled hotels, it has something for everyone from souvenir hunters to scuba divers. The crystal-clear, vividly turquoise water of the Caribbean Sea is breathtaking. Or hire a driver and go inland to see the deep jungles and gorgeous countryside. Jamaica is pure paradise. Here are some ideas on where to go on your trip.
Dunn's River Falls
Every day, tourists climb a natural rock formation whose river empties into the sea, called Dunn's River Falls. It is a great way to cool off in the hot sun. For those who don't want to climb, there is a path along the falls to walk up to the top. Nature is all around, and hear the tropical birds squawk in the trees as you walk through this lovely site.
Shaw Park Gardens
If you love flowers, go to this large botanical garden on a hill overlooking Ocho Rios. There you will see huge Banyan trees, with multiple trunks spread out everywhere. Colorful flowers such as towering bougainvillea vines surround you along with other breathtaking scenery such as waterfalls and lush jungle meadows. Look down on the coastline, and take photos of the sea from way up high. It is a nature photographer's paradise.
The market
Get your dickering skills in order and go over to the public market. Here, you are expected to talk the vendors down in price for everything from hair braiding to t-shirts. Buy a rum-filled coconut that is cut open with a machete right in front of you. Watching this is interesting all in itself. If you have new items you want to barter, take them with you and see if you can strike a deal with the dealers who sell in various outside booths. It is a lively and fun place. Expect many people to ask if they can braid your hair into cornrows. I had them do a French braid on me, for hardly any money. American money goes very far as of this writing, in Jamaica. Check out the hand-carved wooden sculptures by local artisans. The craftsmanship and elegance is amazing, of subjects such as fish, flowers, birds and more. My suitcase was filled with them by the end of my trip. Prices are reasonable, and even moreso if you are a good bargain-negotiator.
Take a snorkeling or scuba tour
Go to a dive store or inquire at your hotel where to find a good snorkeling tour. There are reefs everywhere down in Jamaica, full of tropical fish of all sizes, colors and shapes. It's like swimming in an aquarium. The skilled divers know where the best coral sites are, and will take you in their boat to them. It is amazing to see the majestic "gardens" of coral all around you, growing as if they were flowers. Bring a disposable underwater camera to capture memories of this exotic venture. The experience is surreal and fun. Just make sure to wear strong sunscreen or you will get a lobster-red sunburn very easily.
Shopping and dining in the shop district
In Ocho Rios, there are a variety of stores from high-end to low-budget. They are all interesting and offer great souvenirs. If you love coffee, buy the Jamaican Blue-Mountain coffee there, which is much cheaper than it is in the U.S., where it can cost per pound, easily. Buy spices at local stores, such as curry powder or jerk seasoning. Jerk chicken is a spicy dish found all over Jamaica. It is delicious, just make to eat it with a pitcher of water by your side.
Some of the best restaurants are understated and out-of-the-way. Ten years ago, when I was there, there was a small place called Blue Cantina near the Hibiscus Lodge (the garden-style hotel I stayed at.) The Blue Cantina has great food for cheap prices. Try the fried plantains, served as a side-dish, they are to die for. They make wonderful tacos. The restaurant in the Hibiscus Lodge is a good place for breakfast, too. It is terraced, and overlooks the ocean, with amond trees branching over your head. I always ate outside there. The wait staff are professional and serve great fruit and pastries.
In general, going to Ocho Rios, Jamaica is great if you want to get away from regular city life and try something more natural. If you have time, have a taxi take you to other towns and cities as well. There is much to see in the country island of Jamaica. Have a Pina Colada, sit back and soak in that glorious Caribbean sunshine. It truly is paradise.
Saturday, December 3, 2011
Quick & Easy Oven Broiled Jamaican Jerk Chicken
Oven Broiled Jamaican Jerk Chicken is my recipe for making a Jerk Chicken all year round, even when your Oil Drum grill is under snow! The key is to use either an authentic home made marinade or improvise by using a store bought one such as Grace or Walkerswood brands. My secret is a long marination in the fridge. Two nights in the fridge is ideal but as little as 1 hr will do. Do use either or both- Wine / Lime Juice to tenderize your poultry. This along with the long marination, start the breakdown of tough tissue, which is completed in the cooking process. Finally, Jerk should have a 'Grilled' surface look, taste and texture, and yet the meat should be juicy and fall off the bone easily. Jerk meats need no accompaniment at the table, though I do enjoy a modest dash of PickaPeppa Sauce for added zest. Red beans & rice and a Jamaican cabbage salad are traditional side dishes. Chase it all down with your favorite beer, Jamaican Cream Soda or Ginger Beer. Ya Man! Special Thanks to: Sheilah Kaufman ( fearless fussless) & Rick McCleary
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Saturday, November 26, 2011
The Only Jerk You'll Ever Love!
As Americans continue to enjoy the warm, tropical weather of the Caribbean and discover the exotic flavors associated with it, "jerk" is becoming more familiar as a word associated with grilling than as a derogatory term. Extremely spicy and uniquely Jamaican it's said that a good jerk is powerful enough to raise the dead.
Historically, the authentic method of jerking has been credited to the Arawak Indians. These native islanders lived in the rugged mountains of Jamaica and hunted wild boar. Portions of meat were highly seasoned with peppers & spices and cooked slowly over a fire pit of smoking pimento wood. Jerk was an option to salt curing which also helped to prevent spoilage in the tropical heat.
Today in Jamaica, smoke-filled shacks dot the highways selling mouth-watering grilled meats seasoned with jerk sauce. Chicken has become even more popular than pork and the outdoor jerk pan or flame grill is a favorite eating spot in every town. Closer to home, jerk is becoming common table fare by chefs introducing it on local menus and by fiery food lovers who have become converts upon tasting this scrumptious array of spice and heat.
While plenty of recipes can be found online for making your own jerk seasoning, you might want to skip all the fuss and consider trying one of the commercial jerk sauces available at Cosmic Chile. This online catalog offers a large selection of Jamaican sauces, perfect for adding irresistible flavor and tropical island heat to whatever you eat. Walkers Wood Jerk Seasoning, Busha Browne's Spicy Jerk Sauce and Helen's Tropical Jerk Marinade are just a few of the many mouth-watering concoctions they offer.
Drunken Jerk Chicken
o 1 whole chicken, cleaned
o 2 Tbls. Jerk Seasoning
o 1 small onion
o Garlic powder
o Salt
o 1 can beer
o 4 Tbls. butterDirections: Clean chicken thoroughly (do not cut up). Season chicken with salt and garlic powder to your taste. Rub Jerk Seasoning on chicken inside and out. Cut up small onion and stuff in middle of chicken. Let chicken sit in refrigerator overnight.Cooking Instructions: Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. when ready to bake. Open a can of beer, the can acts as a stand, set the chicken on the can inserting it into the cavity of the chicken. Place in the middle of a roasting pan, bake in oven for 1 hour or until done. Baste chicken with butter throughout cooking process. Chicken is ready when pierced in the thigh and juices run clear.Serves: 5 to 6 people
Call Cosmic Chile, based in Bozeman, Montana at 1-800-955-9724 to order your favorite jerk sauce. Or visit them online at http://www.cosmicchile.com/ for more information on all of their hot sauces and a whole bunch of tongue torching recipes.
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Walkerswood Traditional Jamaican Jerk Seasoning 10 Oz (Pack of 12)
!±8± Walkerswood Traditional Jamaican Jerk Seasoning 10 Oz (Pack of 12)
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The perfect blend of spices
- A wonderful Jerk seasoning
- Rub this paste sparingly into meat overnight, grill or roast slowly
Sunday, November 20, 2011
Orgasmic Chicken from David&Garry LLC Vacaville Creekwalk
fun at the fri nite music at the creekwalk w/ david&Garry LLC and Walkerswood Jerk seasoning.
Saturday, November 5, 2011
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