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Chef Sean Kuylen Deconstructs Dukunu

Flavors of Belize teams up with Chef Sean Kuylen to make dukunu in episode 2, and Chef Sean explains how to make dukunu the easy way. He also adds some shrimp to the mix. Who's hungry?

"Tonight on the menu is a traditional Mayan meal that's popular not only in Belize, but throughout the Caribbean and the Americas. It's name varies depending on location, but here in Belize it's known as 'Dukunu.' Chef Sean deconstructs this normally difficult and time consuming dish, and re-constructs it in a way easy for anyone to attempt right at home. Still keeping with the original elements of the dish, he makes it his own by adding his twist to this well known cultural meal."


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Chef Sean Fixes Fish Fillet

This week on Cooking with Flavors of Belize and Chef Sean Kuylen, he explains bruschetta - spoiler, it's a fancy way of saying 'toast' - and makes some mango pico de gallo to top it all. He gives some great advice on using cashews instead of pine nuts. Another great dish.

"Chef Kuylen prepares this delectable recipe submitted by popular local hotspot - The Riverside Tavern. Located in Belize City, they're known for their original menu items, a mean burger, and a very happy happy hour. A recipe that is especially appropriate for this time of year as they make for the perfect finger food for your Thanksgiving or Christmas parties if you want to infuse a little Belizean flavor into the mix."


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Shrimp Tostones

Belizean Cooking at its Best! The premiere of Cooking with Flavors of Belize featuring Chef Sean Kuylen. On the menu is Shrimp Tostones with Guacamole all the way from San Pedro's Red Ginger Restaurant at the Phoenix Hotel.


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Sorrel Glazed Ribs


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Black Cake

One of the most important items on the menu for a true Belizean Christmas. Chef Sean Kuylen tries his hand at baking, adding some flavor to this timeless recipe and almost burning off an eyebrow in the process! If you are looking for an authentic homegrown Belizean recipe (with a spin, of course) to try this Christmas - our Black Cake recipe is perfect.

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Christmas Ham

It's christmas time and there's no celebration of this special time of year that would be complete without a proper ham!

Chef Sean adds a sweet citrus taste to his ham for the second part of Cooking with Flavors of Belize's Christmas Special. Try this recipe if you want a twist on your classic Ham recipe.


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Conch Fritters

A classic Belizean dish, perfect for an appetizer at dinner time or a quick snack.

And as usual, Chef Sean puts his spin on things adding Belikin Lighthouse Beer to the batter while giving chefs at home good tips when preparing this simple dish.


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Flavors of Belize: a culinary publication of Belize

Tanya McNab is the visionary behind the highly regarded Flavors of Belize magazine – cookbook and robust YouTube channel.  McNab created the Flavors of Belize cookbook to engender an exchange of Belizean food and culture with the rest of the world.  It is her wish that every kitchen will experience something special from Belize.

I met with her recently to find out more information on the magazine and here is how our conversation went:

Please tell me more about Flavors of Belize Magazine?

The Flavors of Belize Magazine is Belize’s first comprehensive culinary book. We get hotels, restaurants, and service providers including anybody from real estate agents to photographers to come on board with us; we combine that with noteworthy information, entertaining articles, breathtaking pictures, and recipes from our cookbook – and there you have it – The Flavors of Belize Magazine.

How did you come up with the title “Flavors of Belize”?

We struggled with a name that would be the right fit, becausef even at the start, while the future was unknown, we knew this project would grow significantly after its birth and so we wanted a name that was literal enough for someone to know exactly what it was the minute they looked at it. The word “Flavors” encompass such a wide range of things and we thought it was the perfect fit, and of course we wanted the name “Belize” to be on anything we did.

Tell me a little bit about the cover of the publication. Who designed it? Why did you go with that particular image?

The publication cover changes every year. I am not only the publisher, but lead graphic designer on the project. Each year, the cover takes a different light, but we like to focus on things that we do best! Such as our seafood, which is always fresh, our local and fresh produce and use of items that are an essential part of cooking in Belize. The cover coming in 2014, utilizes the combination, or seafood, plantains, rice and the coconut – all part of essential everyday meals in Belize.

What inspired you to start this publication?

The project was a natural progression as our design business had been working on publications within the tourism industry and while traveling one day, found a similar periodical for a different destination, we knew right away this was something Belize was significantly lacking and took it upon ourselves to start to create it.

What fascinates you about Belizean Cuisine?

The fascinating thing about Belizean cuisine is that we are able to pull influences from all over the world, while still being able to call it our own and stand apart from all of them. Due to Belize’s rich history of welcoming so many immigrants from across the globe, our country, culture, and inevitably our cuisine has become a fusion of these many different influences and that is what makes it so special. We have dishes that can blend the curry brought here by the Indians with chocolate, a staple of the Maya for a dish that is a hint at both cultures but so different that it’s in a category all on it’s own. We don’t realize how lucky we are to enjoy good food almost everyday with such ease and inexpensively at that.

What are your 5 favorite Belizean recipes?

Fry Jacks (see recipe below)
Panades & Garnaches
Coconut Curry
Black Relleno
Lemon Pie

Who is your intended audience and why should they read your publication?

Well, the periodical is a guide and we cater to those who need and utilize this aspect. People visiting the country generally have to eat out at least 3 times a day, but don’t know where to go much less where exactly to find the kind of food they’re looking for. I can’t tell you how many times I visit a country and I simply don’t know where to find good food.

In America, it’s easy if you don’t have a problem with fast food – there’s a McDonalds almost every 15 minutes. In Belize, however, this isn’t the case – so we found something that people find useful and we provide it – for anyone coming to Belize who may not necessarily be familiar with where to stay or eat, what to do, etc., additionally even Belizeans benefit from the listing information in our magazine.


Do you have anything specific that you want to say to your readers?

Mainly, we want to encourage people to use the guide, this year we will also have smaller versions available so people can take with them when they are moving around. They are free, so we encourage people to share it with friends and family.

What can we expect from you in the future?

The publication is continuously growing and taking shape and in the future you will find this periodical to be more of just a food guide, its not only that but has tour recommendations, hotel recommendations, recipes and as brand, people can look forward to seeing a 2nd edition of the Flavors of Belize Cookbook coming in 2014/2015 as well as more cooking shows with Chef Sean Kuylen.

How can we contact you or find out more about Flavors of Belize?

You can keep up with us on our website, www.flavorsofbelize.com, you can find us on social media sites – specifically, Youtube, Facebook, Pinterest, and Instagram. Also, if you have any specific questions – feel free to shoot us an email.

Flavors of Belize (Hardcover)
By (author): Tanya McNab

The Flavors of Belize cookbook represents a remarkable collaboration between Belize's most valuable asset... It's people. Your culinary journey would be incomplete without sampling the flavors and traditions of some of Belize's most diverse cultures: Maya, Mestizo, Creole, East Indian, Garifuna, Lebanese, Chinese, Mennonite, Caribbean and British, all of which are represented in this cookbook.

As Central America's gateway to the Caribbean, the beautiful beaches of Belize welcomed a fascinating parade of immigrants from remote corners of the globe. When all of these cultures came to peacefully coexist in such a small geography, their food was magically infused with a worldly flair. That is why Belize cuisine today is unlike that of any other country, yet hints at certain familiar tastes and influences you many have experienced from all corners of the world.

Flavors of Belize is the most comprehensive compilation of Belizean recipes; recipes from across cultures and recipes handed down through generations. The recipes contained within these pages will tantalize your palette and the enchanting variety of experiential dishes will bring good cheer to your kitchen, family, and friends.


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Flavors of Belize Online
Flavors of Belize is online. Check out their latest issue.


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Flavors of Belize Mobile App

Flavors of Belize has a new mobile app. It's free on itunes and Google Play. The launch coincided with the Carnival parade, and they had a great float. Olivera Rusu Photography got some great shots of it.

"The Flavors of Belize App is a combination of our annual magazine, our cookbook, and our cooking show. We provide a free, easy to use guide on your phone that highlights accommodations, restaurants, & hotspots throughout Belize all conveniently separated by area and categories."


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The Flavors of Belize Cooking Show: BLOOPERS

For those of you that think cooking shows are boring... Here's proof of how much fun we have during filming.


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Christmas Turkey - Cooking with Flavors of Belize & Chef Sean Kuylen

Just in time for the Christmas season this year, Chef Sean gives us the run down on preparing the perfect turkey for your Christmas spread. He also introduces a fresh face to the Flavors of Belize team - Carolee Chanona, who is no stranger to Belizean cuisine.


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Rum Popo

Sean Kuylen & Carolee Chanona take on a classic Belize Christmas-time recipe : Rum Popo.

A Belizean version to eggnog, Rum Popo is popular not only at Christmas parties but also as a gift between friends and families during the holidays.


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Coconut Curry Shrimp

Flavors of Belize has a new video out, and this time Chef Sean is joined by Chef Jennie Staines from San Pedro. They make some good looking shrimp curry, and have fun doing it. Flavors of Belize has a new, good looking website out at flavorsofbelize.com.

"Our Chef Sean Kuylen is joined by the incomparably talented Chef Jennie Staines of Elvi's Kitchen in San Pedro Town. Join in as they prepare one of her most famous dishes together - Coconut Curried Shrimp. There's as much laughter as there was flavor in this episode; follow along & enjoy!"


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5th Anniversary Edition Flavors of Belize Magazine Launch


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Flavors of Belize released their 5th edition yesterday, and Leonardo Melendez was on hand to get some stunning pictures of the event. It's online and the section about Cayo starts on page 58. Congratulations, Flavors of Belize!

"McNab Publishing Ltd. launched it's 5th annual edition of the Flavors of Belize magazine - a complete guide to Belize's finest dining experiences, diverse cultures, and local cuisine. Sincerest thank you's to everyone who has supported this project or been a part of the magazine and to those who were in attendance yesterday on a day that was so very special to us."


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Love recipes? I love very much. Therefore, I will advise your favorite recipe.

How To Make A Galaxy Cake
Try it.

Steps
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 350 F. Line a baking pan with foil, and oil it.

Step 2
Combine the butter and chopped semi-sweet chocolate. Melt them together in 30-second increments, stirring after every 30 seconds to prevent overheating. Once melted and smooth, let it cool to room temperature.
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If you want to surprise and please your family with something, then you definitely need to make a cake according to this recipe.
kit kat cake

Everyone will be crazy about him.

Steps
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 325°F. Prepare two round cake pans and a cupcake pan with 6 liners.

Step 2
Mix together the cake mix, flour, sugar and salt. Add the remaining ingredients and mix for 2 minutes.
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I want to advise you on a wonderful cake recipe. This is a very easy to prepare dish.

vanilla cake in a mug
I advise you to try.

Steps
Step 1
Put butter in a bowl and microwave 30 to 40 seconds until melted. Let it cool 3 minutes.

Step 2
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Cohune Cabbage & Chocolate of Belize
Chef Sean Kuylen travels to Southern Belize to learn the art of making Chocolate using traditional Mayan technique plus Belize East Indian Cohune Cabbage (heart of palm) and turmeric tacari


Belize City BBQ, Charcoal Making, Mango & Guava Jelly
Chef Sean Kuylen Explores the Belize District making charcoal, fruit jams and jellies, and the iconic Belizean BBQ


Cassava Bread, Garifuna Cuisine
Chef Sean Kuylen goes to Dangriga Town, Belize to learn the art of making cassava bread, farina, darara, ereba plus fishing for ratty crab


Chef Sean Kuylen Black Recado & Murcia, Corozal, Belize
Maya/Mestizo black recado of burnt peppers & corn tortilla in Xaibe Village, Corozal District, Belize and pig blood Murcia in Santa Clara Village, Corozal, Belize


No Bar Code, Belize Cuisine. Chef Sean Kuylen
A culinary journey through stories & pictures in Belize Cuisine through the eyes of Chef Sean Kuylen as he explores the Authentic Creole, Mestizo, Garifuna, Maya Ketchi, Yucatec & Mopan Cultures. It's much more than rice and beans!


Great Belize Cooking Cayo Bollos,Tamales & Maja Blanca
Chef Sean Kuylen finds out the difference between Bollos & Corn Tamales and Maja Blanca, a porridge made of rice

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One of my favourite podcasters interviewing one of my favourite chefs! A brand new episode of The Natasha Stuart Podcast.

Chef Sean Kuylen took a break from getting Glazed Out going, and was on Natasha Stuart's podcast yesterday. They discuss sustainability, culture, food, and the trip they took down south. Towards the end of the podcast, Sean hits on the fact that most everything we need is easily found here in Belize; no need to head to Chetumal. "What a f@#%ing experience I had" really sums it up, Sean!

"In this episode, I am joined by Chef Sean Kuylen. One of Belize's is top chefs! After interviewing Sean on my Instagram live back in June we became friends. Sean gets to experience rich Belizean culture almost on a day to day basis and I have always wanted to know and experience as much of my beautiful Belize as possible. Sean reached out to me to go on a road trip to Southern Belize, very spontaneously I must add, and I accepted the invite. This episode is about all the fun we had on our weekend adventure!

I can't thank you enough Sean, for this stunning experience."


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Chipotle Pineapple Salmon



Jack in a sea salt crust!


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Fyah haat cookout and bbq bram ina di Creole Village of Crooked Tree, Belize with media personalities, neighbas & friends!


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What's the secret to Orange a walk Tacos? Throwback to 5 years ago with Great Belize Cooking where we explored Annato, recado, and all things corn!


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