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Fire and Spice cookbook cover $11.97
The jerk bible

Fire & Spice

The definitive guide to mastering authentic jerk cooking. Not just another recipe book: a deep dive into the history, chemistry and technique behind one of the Caribbean's most iconic culinary traditions.

What's inside

  • The complete history of jerk, from Maroon warriors to modern grills
  • Wood selection guide and how each wood shapes the flavor
  • Temperature control mastery for perfect bark and smoke rings
  • 7+ authentic jerk recipes: chicken, pork, fish, vegetables
  • Spice sourcing guide, substitution chart and troubleshooting

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Jerk dry rub recipe page Jerk chicken recipe page Jerk BBQ sauce recipe page
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The Black Book Series cookbook cover $19.99
Collector's series

The Black Book Series

Three volumes representing the pinnacle of Caribbean culinary knowledge. The comprehensive guide for serious home cooks and professional chefs looking to elevate their craft.

The complete collection

  • Red Volume: fire techniques, grilling, smoking and heat mastery
  • Gold Volume: fusion cuisine, plating and elevated presentation
  • Green Volume: herbs, vegetables and garden-to-table cooking
  • 100+ recipes with step-by-step technique breakdowns
  • Ingredient deep dives, sourcing secrets and menu planning

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Escovitch fish recipe page King crab legs recipe page Oxtail recipe page
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Instant download. PDF format. All 3 volumes included.
Recession Garden cookbook cover $27
Grow your own

Recession Garden

Self-sufficiency starts in your own backyard or balcony. Grow essential Caribbean ingredients in any climate, maximize small spaces and cut grocery costs while keeping fresh, authentic ingredients on hand.

What you'll learn

  • Indoor herb garden setup for thyme, cilantro and more
  • Growing scotch bonnet and habanero peppers year-round
  • Container gardening for callaloo, okra and Caribbean vegetables
  • Composting, natural fertilizers and chemical-free pest control
  • Seed saving, climate adaptation and harvest preservation

Sneak peek inside

Ginger scallion recipe page Garden setup page Scotch bonnet sauce page
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Instant download. PDF format. Works in any climate.

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