Even during this economic slowdown, Trindad and Tobago loves Christmas. Lights were going up in November, and Parang music played on the radio. One station starts with "100 days till Christmas"...which, think about it, is over 3 months ahead!!
Food, family, and music are the cornerstones of a Trini Christmas. True Trini women know how to cook....boooiiiy!! Pastelles (like tamales, wrapped in banana leaves), black cake (dark fruitcake soaked in rum), ponche de creme (like eggnog with a big KICK), sorrel (not like anything else...a wonderful red drink), ham, baked goods made the "old way", ...the smells are amazing.
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