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A localโs guide to the best of Trinidad and Tobago: My favorite places to eat, shop and explore ๐น๐น
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items Explore the twin-island republic, the home of Steelpan and Soca, birth place of Nicki Minaj, Carnival capital and the place I call home. This board is your ultimate guide to finding the most authentic, delicious, and unique experiences in Trinidad an...
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Local Eats
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This local coffee house chain is far better than Starbucks and sells the same items but cheaper. There are numerous locations throughout Trinidad and Tobago and the Caribbean including the airport and local shopping malls.
They sell Frappuccinos, re...
Rituals Coffee House
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Popular amongst the locals, this gem sells fried chicken, rotisserie chicken and sandwiches with various sides seasoned with local spices and herbs, the local way. Their crinkled fries, potato salad and pepper sauce is a favorite amongst the locals....
Royal Castle Limited Trinidad and Tobago
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Popular local bakery Chain and favorite among the population. You can find a Lindaโs at almost every corner especially in the towns. Famous for their fresh breads, pastries, drinks and snacks. Very popular amongst the working class or if you need a q...
Linda's Bakery
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Pizza, Hoagies, Calzones, Burgers and Fries and Donut if you have a sweet tooth. I love their โTrini Pizza that comes with Pepperoni, Beef, Bacon, Green Peppers and Pineapple on a thin crust. The crust isnโt thick or too thin itโs a perfect size.
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Pizza Boys
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Located in the capital of Port of Spain Trinidad, this casual restaurant requires reservations and specializes in Asian cuisines. The ambiance is really good and itโs kid friendly. The food and service was great each time I ate there.
Town Restaurant & Bar
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Conveniently located in the heart of Port of Spain walking distance to the Queens Park Savannah or as we locals call it โd Savannahโ. This spot is popular among us locals as a great place to watch sports while enjoying great food and drinks.
You can...
Trotters Trinidad & Tobago Restaurant: Restaurant in Trinidad & Tobago
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My go to spot for grilled and bbq meats in the south of Trinidad. All meats are halal you can either order from their Al La Carte menu and dine in at their restaurant or grab a quick bite from their BBQ or Grilled menu.
They offer several popular l...
Grill On The Hill (@grill_on_the_hill_tt) ยท San Fernando
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Tasty food for reasonable price. The staff here is always amazing and helpful, food is great nicely seasoned and you get big portions. Their rolls are one of my favorites and is always served warm.
Itโs somewhat formal dining and you can enjoy the ...
Krave Restaurant Trinidad | Marabella
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The ambience and aesthetic of this place is amazing. Food is really delicious and great portion sizes. They accept large groups, you can choose to either sit at the bar or main dining area. They also have really good cocktails for the drinkers and it...
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This restaurant offers a fine dining experience and is a bit pricey but food was delicious , flavorful and beautiful presentation.
Indulge in Cocktails and Fun at The Ivy Steakhouse
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Portion sizes are great, ambience is casual sports bar feel. Great spot to watch sports Ang hang out with your friends and co workers after work.
J-ZZ's International Steakhouse - Couva Restaurants
Shopping
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Family friendly mall located in the western side of Trinidad. Here you would find various local and international stores including Victoriaโs Secret, Wonderful World, Chucky Cheese, Burger King, a Pharmacy and popular grocery store Massy Store.
The Falls at Westmall
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Similar to a beauty supply store, this store is very popular amongst the women throughout the year but especially around Carnival time. You can find Jewelry , carnival accessories, cosmetics, pajamas for kids and women as well as undergarments and li...
Wonderful World
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This is our Sephora and Ulta all in one mixed with a Pharmacy and Beauty Supply Store. This is a one stop shop, trust me when I say you will walk in thinking youโre only going to purchase 1 thing but walk out with 6 bags of stuff you thought you did ...
Pennywise Cosmetics Ltd
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Family friendly entertainment and shopping complex located in the capital of Port of Spain. The movie theater is really good they have several screens and even a VIP Section. Prices are also very affordable and reasonable. They also have a location i...
MovieTowne
Tourist Attractions
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Trinidad Carnival is a vibrant festival featuring street parades with elaborate costumes (Mas), large pre-Carnival parties (fetes), and a pre-dawn event called J'ouvert where people cover themselves in paint and mud and parade throughout the streets ...
Trinidad & Tobago Carnival | The Greatest Show on Earth
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Largest mangrove wetland in Trinidad & Tobago, home to 100+ bird species including the Scarlet Ibis and Cocrico, the National Birds of Trinidad and Tobago.
You can book boat tours to explore this wetland and learn about the different species of...
Caroni Bird Sanctuary
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Free to all view of a historical site that over looks the capital of Trinidad and Tobago, Port of Spain. It takes approximately 30 minutes to walk the entire park and there are several benches where you can sit and have a quick bite.
Fort George
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Perfect for bird watchers, thereโs a beautiful pond and reservation is required for tours.
Pointe-ร -Pierre Wildfowl Trust
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One of the best ways to explore Tobago. Offers tours to Buccoo Reef where you can go snorkeling and tour of Nylon Pool.
Tobago Buccoo Reef Glass Bottom Boat Tour
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The views here are amazing and the smell of the cocoa makes the trip worth it. The tour guides are very knowledgeable and teach a lot about the process of fermenting the cocoa seeds.
Tobago Cocoa Estate
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This secluded beach is a hidden gem and almost seems untouched. Itโs quiet and not crowded like other beaches on the island and itโs well kept. The food at the little restaurant is also really good.
Englishman's Bay
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I had an amazing experience here, service was good. You get to interact with the horses a lot. You can tell that the horses are well cared for. Overall itโs a great activity for the entire family.
Being-with-horses
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You have to pay a fee to access the trail which varies on whether or not you are a local or foreigner. Itโs a short and easy hike to get to the waterfall that has a pool which you can swim under.
Argyle Waterfall
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Located just north of the airport on the southwest corner of the island, itโs one of the best beaches on the island and itโs also a 125 acre nature reserve.
The water here is sparkling clear and a shallow place to swim. The fee to enter the park is ...
Pigeon Point Heritage Park |
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Located at the Movie Towne Complex in Port of Spain. There are several kid friendly rides and Dino World attraction with several mechanical dinosaurs. Took my nephews there a couple times and they loved it each time. Itโs free to enter the park howev...
MovieTowne Carousel Park
Hotels and Lodging
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Conveniently located in the heart of Port of Spain, the capital of Trinidad. Amenities are great, staff is wonderful and courteous.
Trinidad Hotels in Port of Spain | Hyatt Regency Trinidad
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One of the most popular hotel especially during the carnival season due to its closeness to one of the main stage, water taxi where to take you to our sister island Tobago and downtown shopping. Rooms are always clean and very spacious.
Hotel in Port of Spain, TT | Radisson Hotel Trinidad | Maximize Your Vacation
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Walking distance from the airport. Thereโs a private beach, newly remodeled rooms and their breakfast buffet is really good.
Coco Reef Tobago
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Beautiful ocean views. Perfect for a nice relaxing vacation for couples and families. You can book their canoeing options or boat tours as well as other fun activities for the entire family.
Blue Waters Inn
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This hotel is great if you are wanting a relaxing vacation away from the city, or youโre on a business trip. Itโs located in the south central area of the country and is near the main road with access to public transportation and an ocean view.
South Trinidad Premier Hotel | Claxton Bay | Cara Hotels Pointe-a-Pierre |
Local Dishes, Snacks and Sweets
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Whenever someone asks me to describe my home country as a dish Pelau always comes to mind. This popular one pot local dish is similar to Jolof Rice and is made using chicken, pigtail or a meat of your choice, rice, coconut milk, fresh herbs, pigeon p...
Quick & Simple Chicken Pelau -
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This East Indian delicacy is the most popular street food and a national treasure. Curried Chick Peas (channa) served between 2 Barra served with local pepper sauce, tamarind chutney, cucumber chutney and or kutchela.
This dish can be eaten at any ...
TRINIBAGO DOUBLES
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Flavorful Chicken dish known for its rich deep brown gravy made from caramelizing brown sugar by heating oil and sugar in the pot until the sugar melts creating a brown stew gravy and then add washed and seasoned chicken.
This dish is served with p...
How to make trinidad style stew chicken.
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Every Caribbean household has their own version of Macaroni Pie which is practically the same as American โBaked Macaroniโ. Some people add eggs in theirs and like to top it with ketchup and some donโt. Unlike the American Baked Macaroni we do not ma...
Trinidad Macaroni Pie -
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This is a very popular snack that is made from deep fried dough covered caramelized ginger and sugar. We eat this year round but itโs very popular especially around Divali and is a staple in all Trini household.
Trini Kurma Recipe
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Sesame Seed and Sugar Ball deep fried until solid, firm and crunchy. This sweet treat will definitely satisfy your sweet tooth. You will find several vendors selling this sweet mainly in our sister Island of Tobago.
Bene Balls
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Stuffed Roti filled with seasoned yellow split peas accompanied by a side of your choice. Usually served with curry chicken or any type of meat and or vegetables.
The Ultimate Dhalpuri Recipe.
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Delicious, buttery, flaky paratha served with any curry meats and or vegetables.
Trinidad Paratha Roti (Buss up Shut) -
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You can find this very popular street food sold with Doubles. Made from dasheen bush (taro leaves) and seasoned batter that is then fried. This is served alongside various different โchutneysโ.
Saheena | Spinach Fritter -
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One of my favorite breakfast dish. This mash potato fried dough pie is also a very popular street food and absolutely delicious.
Trinidadian Aloo(potato) Pie
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Small, deep-fried, spiced dough balls typically made from a mixture of ground split peas, flour, baking powder, and various seasonings served with various chutneys (sauces)
Trinidadian Pholourie
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In Trinidad and Tobago and the Caribbean we wash and season all our meats. The main types of seasoning we use are fresh seasoning or as we like to call it โbottled seasoningโ which basically is fresh seasonings that we grind up in a blender or food p...
Trinidad Fresh Green Seasoning 26oz
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Chow is a very popular spicy and tangy fruit salad or snack made by marinating various fruits and or vegetables with herbs and seasonings.
You can use whatever fruit or vegetables to make a chow and the level of spice depends on your preference. Th...
Chownation
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A delicacy and staple food in my culture. It consists of cooking cleaned and seasoned crabs in a rich curry sauce with dumplings.
Trinidad & Tobago Curry Crab & Dumpling -
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Made with dasheen (taro) leaves, okra, pumpkin, coconut milk, and various aromatics and spices. This dish is eaten as a side dish.
Trinidad Callaloo -
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A memorable childhood frozen treat. The name basically comes from the way you eat it by โsucking on the bagโ. Itโs a frozen treat made from different types of fruits and milks and is delicious.
Sucker Bag