Steamy, spicy, buttery, Jamaican Jerk Red Snapper wrapped in Caribbean comfort—just like my parents used to make it. (This post contains affiliate links) Jerk Snapper and Me: A Little Story about the Sea… and the Trauma If you grew up with Jamaican parents and a boat, then you already know—seafood […]
There are certain dishes that just feel sacred. In our family, Jamaican escovitch fish is one of those. I’ve never had an Easter Sunday without it—and I’m creeping into my 40s. It’s always been on our table, right next to bun and cheese, with my mom at the stove, frying […]
Fried Jamaican Bammy is a beloved side made from cassava flatbread soaked in milk and pan-fried until golden and crisp You can smell it before you even hit the kitchen—my mom is frying Bammy again. The scent is buttery and warm, with that subtle hint of cassava that always takes […]
Sweet Heat Jamaican Jerk Gravy for Pork and Chicken If you’ve ever pulled a perfectly grilled piece of jerk pork or jerk chicken off the grill, you already know two things: One, there’s nothing like that smoky, spicy flavor. And two, the grill doesn’t give you gravy, but that’s where […]
There’s nothing like the smoky, spicy aroma of jerk pork sizzling on the grill. It instantly transports me to Jamaica—to memories of roadside vendors cooking over drum pan grills, wrapping fresh pork in waxy paper, and handing it over like gold. That’s the kind of food that raised me. But […]
A Taste of the Caribbean: Creamy Shrimp Rasta Pasta What is Rasta Pasta? Rasta Pasta the kind of dish that makes you pause mid-bite and say, “Hold on…why haven’t I been making this my whole life?” At its heart, Rasta Pasta is a creamy, spicy Jamaican-style pasta dish that blends […]
Jamaican Brown Stew Chicken: Where Comfort Meets Culture If there’s one dish that makes my kitchen feel like home, it’s this one. Jamaican brown stew chicken isn’t just a recipe—it’s a rhythm. From the sizzle of seasoned chicken hitting the pot to the rich aroma of thyme, garlic, and browning […]
Why You’ll Fall in Love with This Arroz con Pollo There’s a reason arroz con pollo is beloved across Latin America and the Caribbean—it’s more than a meal, it’s a moment. Tender, seasoned chicken simmered with aromatics, rice, tomatoes, and spices in one pot? That’s a hug in a bowl. […]
A golden pot of Jamaican curry chicken always brings comfort, flavor, and family memories. There’s something magical about the smell of Jamaican curry chicken simmering on the stove. It’s bold. It’s familiar. And for me—it’s personal. The very first time I felt my daughter move during pregnancy, I was mid-bite […]
This rich and savory Jamaican brown stew beef recipe is cooked to perfection in the Instant Pot for fall-apart tenderness and bold island flavor in every bite. When I close my eyes and think of Sunday dinners growing up, I can still smell it—slow-cooked brown stew beef bubbling away on […]
Hi there! I’m Camille, the busy mom, full-time worker, and passionate home cook behind Camille’s Comforting Cuisine. If you’ve found yourself here, welcome! This is a space where a little creativity, a lot of flavor, and the magic of homemade meals come together to sprinkle some joy into your kitchen.