Season’s Eatings – Paime

What if one of Trinidad’s most beloved Christmas foods could tell the story of an entire island?

Wrapped in a simple banana leaf, this dessert might look humble at first glance. But hidden inside is a history that stretches back centuries—long before Christmas arrived in the Caribbean.

In this episode, we’ll uncover the remarkable journey of this sweet cornmeal delicacy, tracing its roots through Indigenous food traditions, the cultural transformations of the colonial Caribbean, and the generations of families who made it a treasured part of the Christmas season. We’re exploring the history and origins of paime.

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