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When food becomes a bridge between heritage and home, magic happens in the kitchen. Meet Shareba Abdul of In Search of Yummy-ness, a food blogger and photographer who brings the vibrant tastes of Trinidad to her Ontario kitchen. With culinary training and over 15 years in food media, Shareba creates approachable comfort food recipes that honor her Trinidadian roots and Canadian upbringing. Her journey shows how food preserves culture, tells family stories, and brings people together across generations.
Join us as we:
- Trace Culinary Roots: Follow Shareba’s path from childhood memories to culinary school, learning how her Trinidadian heritage shaped her love for cooking and her approach to recipe development.
- Celebrate Cultural Fusion: Learn about Trinidad’s unique culinary identity, where African, Indian, Chinese, and Caribbean influences blend to create distinctive flavors and traditions that reflect the island’s diverse history.
- Master Home Cooking: Get practical tips from a seasoned food professional on building confidence in the kitchen, working with unfamiliar ingredients, and adapting traditional recipes for modern home cooks.
- Preserve Food Traditions: Hear how Shareba keeps her cultural heritage alive through food, passing down family recipes and introducing her Canadian community to the warmth of Trinidadian hospitality.
So, grab a cup of your favorite beverage and join us for a conversation about family, flavor, and the stories we tell through the food we share!
Meet Shareba Abdul
Shareba Abdul is a food blogger and photographer based in Ontario, Canada. On her blog In Search of Yummy-ness, she creates approachable seasonal comfort food recipes inspired by global cuisine, drawing on both her Trinidadian heritage and Canadian upbringing. With a background in culinary arts and over 15 years in food media, Shareba loves helping home cooks feel confident in the kitchen.
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Resources
Keep exploring with the links and resources from the episode:
- Visit Storied.com or use code PLATE to save 20% off your first StoriedBook and create something your family will treasure forever.
- Shareba’s Favorite Yummy-ness recipes
- Polo Shevid Baghali (Persian Dill + Lima Bean Rice)
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