Name: Poulet DG Eaten in: Cameroon Foodie: Linda If you meet someone from Cameroun, mention “Poulet DG” and you will definitely bring a smile to their face. And for a reason! The name of this specialty from Cameroun means, Chicken MD (managing director). Apparently, only well-to-do managing directors could afford to eat such a rich dish, hence its… Continue reading Poulet DG, Chicken, managing director-style
Tag: Chicken
A Creole-style chicken in sauce for a whole new take on poultry dishes
Name: Chicken in sauce Eaten in: Haiti Foodie: Gen Fancy a chicken recipe that does not involve barbecued, roasted, grilled or deep-fried meat? Try this Haitian-style chicken in sauce. You would be amazed at how a slow simmering sauce can actually turn basic poultry into a fantastic dish. In my opinion, chicken in sauce is… Continue reading A Creole-style chicken in sauce for a whole new take on poultry dishes
Pumpkin is not an Halloween exclusive; treat yourself with this squash soup on a regular basis!
Name: Joumou soup (butternut squash soup) Eaten in: Haiti Foodie: Gen While the pumpkin is an October symbol in North America, squash is rather a January 1st symbol in Haiti. Indeed, January 1st 1804 marked the independence of Haiti and the first day the newly freed slaves were able to have Joumou soup, a… Continue reading Pumpkin is not an Halloween exclusive; treat yourself with this squash soup on a regular basis!
Lime and Mint Chicken, straight to Ha long bay
Name: Vietnamese Lime and Mint Chicken Foodie: Linda Eaten in: Vietnam This dish is an explosion of flavors! The mint, red chili pepper, lime make a delightful combination for the palate. Add to that the freshness of the bean curd noodles and the crunchiness of the chicken and you have a winner.