World Cup Special - Curaçao
It is World Cup time again! I was very excited to learn that there were 48 teams playing this year; so more options to try out recipes from even more countries. Sadly we had to whittle it down somewhat but hopefully we can try out some really intriguing recipes. We are starting in Curaçao; an island nation comprising of 155,826 inhabitants (2023 census). It's culinary culture is shaped by Arawak heritage, the colonial influences of Spain and Holland and the legacy of the enslaved African peoples. This time around I am trying to consider items to drink along with the food recipes... so I investigated what drinks were popular in Curaçao; I discovered this lime drink that was so simple to make - Awa di Lamunchi that was so amazingly cooling on these hot June days we are experiencing in the UK. I paired this with a hearty red kidney bean stew and some great cornmeal fries seasoned with cheese. Awa di Lamunchi Ingredi...
