Just like everything else on the island Coffee had to be imported from Haiti in its raw form. There was a process to making a good cup of Coffee, it was first shucked, then grinded using a mortar and pestle. The ground Coffee was then boiled and strained for a fresh cup of coffee. With all the work that had to go into making a cup of Coffee we had to be

“Coffee Lovas”

Turks Island Food Story

The islanders of little island of Salt Cay would at times have a food shortage due to imports in food stocks arriving late. So they relied on what ever they could find in the house to make a meal. Homemade bread quickly became a staple food that was eaten along with Tea. preferring to dip the bread into the tea before eating it.

So next time you’re having tea

Remember to have it with bread.