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Cou-Cou and Flying Fish Barbados

Another National representation of Barbados that we wanted to showcase for this month is Barbados' National Dish, Cou-cou and Flying Fish. The dish may sound quite foreign, but to us Bajans it is quite simple, cou-cou is a cornmeal and okra based side (it is...

Scallops with Israeli Couscous by Cin Cin

After much anticipation, the weekend we have all been waiting for here in Barbados has finally finally arrived, you know the one which is solely dedicated to food, wine and rum. Melanie and myself will be attending a handful of the events so stay tuned and...

The Pride of Barbados - Our National Flower

In notion of Independence month Loop Barbados has decided to compose a weekly post to celebrate the freedom of our island and all those individuals who made our liberty, pride and industry not only possible but also prominent.  

We decided to start this...

Barbados Plantains

A key staple in a Barbadian's diet is plantain. The plantain is a close relative to what we call the sweet banana. Plantains are physically different to bananas, as they are larger and longer in size. Like bananas, they flourish well under tropical moisture-...

View from one of the points on Mount Hillaby Barbados

Barbados is a relatively flat island compared to many of the other Caribbean Islands. The highest point in Barbados is Mount Hillaby located in St. Andrew where its peak rests at 1115 FT high or 341 meters above sea level. Mount Hillaby boasts amazing views of...

Parliament Building with the Barbadian Flag Flying High

Here is the month of Independence for our little island Barbados and to pay tribute we will be featuring all things centered around our heritage and culture. This year will be the 46th Independence Anniversary for Barbados and we will be giving you all the info...

Barbados November Events 2012

Barbados November Event 1. Rock the Rock-This alternative rock concert will be held on the 10th November from 1:00PM- 9:00PM at Bath in St. John. There will be endless musicians and performers to rock you all evening. From...

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