Trinidad Fruits

Plantains are versatile members of the banana family that are slightly larger in size than regular bananas and have a richer, starchier flavor. The fruits are usually cooked and enjoyed … Read more

While there are many fruits in Trinidad and Tobago, here is a list of 62 fruits with photos. This is by no means an exhaustive list and fruits which are … Read more

Breadfruit is a large, starchy fruit that is an ideal substitute for potatoes, rice, and other staples. Here is a quick guide on breadfruit including some of my own recipes. … Read more

Chenette is a tiny delicious fruit that is best enjoyed cold or in Tobago. Here’s more about chenette. What is guinep or chenet Chenette is a large tropical fruit tree … Read more

Caimite (pronounced kah-eye-mit) or star apple is a sweet local fruit in the Caribbean and Latin America. It is a perfectly round, plum-sized fruit with very smooth skin and sweet, … Read more

Barbadine or giant granadilla is a large, oblong fruit that has sweet, floral pulp. The fruit is used to make a delicious punch with sweeteners and spices like cinnamon and … Read more

Pomerac is a tasty seasonal fruit in T&T, Jamaica and the wider Caribbean. It is beautiful, bright red when ripe, and has soft, white flesh that has a similar texture … Read more