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2686. Oxtail


Definition

A popular Jamaican meal, it's the meat from the tail of a cow



posted on May 25, 2023

2687. Grater Cake


Definition

Grater cake is a traditional Jamaican dessert made from freshly grated coconut, brown sugar, and spices. The mixture is cooked until it thickens and then poured into a baking pan to cool and set. The end result is a sweet and chewy cake with a rich coconut flavor.



posted on May 23, 2023

2688. Cerasee


Definition

Cerasee, also known as bitter melon or bitter gourd, is a type of vine with medicinal properties. In Jamaican culture, it is commonly used to make a traditional herbal tea. The tea is brewed by steeping the leaves and stems of the Cerasee plant in hot water. Although bitter in taste, Cerasee tea is consumed for its believed health benefits, including aiding digestion and detoxification.



posted on May 23, 2023

2689. Selassie


Definition

Selassie refers to Haile Selassie I, the former Emperor of Ethiopia (1930-1974). Rastafarians consider Haile Selassie as the earthly representation of Jah (God) and believe him to be the long-awaited messiah and the embodiment of divine qualities. They see Selassie as a figure of liberation, unity, and black empowerment.



posted on May 23, 2023

2690. Nine Mile


Definition

Nine Mile is the birthplace and final resting place of Reggae Legend Bob Marley



posted on May 23, 2023



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