While most people chose to celebrate the Easter holidays with merry-making in various parts of the country, in western-Belize, devout Christians, predominantly Roman Catholic Church followers spent the time living out their faith.
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This small fried roll has real “comfort food” appeal. It’s the perfect choice for a quick appetizer when entertaining guests.
Preparation Time: 10 mins. | Cook Time: 5 mins.
Ingredients:
8 med Potato
1 Onion (diced)
1 lb Ground Steak
1 can Grace Whole Kernel Corn
2 tbsp Malher Consome
2 tbsp Malher Black Pepper
2 tbsp Malher Garlic Powder
2 tbsp Grace Curry Powder
Coating & Breading
1 cup Wheat flour
2 Eggs
1 tbsp Water
1 Cup Grace Vegetable Oil
Panko (Bread Crumbs)
Dip/Sauce
Grace Tomato Ketchup
Grace Mayonnaise
Grace Mustard
1 tsp Grace Soy Sauce
Grace Habanero Pepper Sauce
Directions:
Boil Potatoes or cook in microwave (5 minutes) until potatoes are soft. Peel potatoes. In a bowl, mash potatoes completely.
In a pot, fry chopped onions and Ground Steak. Add Malher Black Pepper, Malher Garlic Powder and Malher Consome and Grace Curry Powder. Stir continuously for approximately 8 minutes until Beef is soft. Add cooked Beef to Mashed Potatoes, add Grace Whole Kernel Corn and mix together.
In a separate bowls place beaten Eggs, 1 tbsp Grace Vegetable Oil and Water. In two separate bowls place Bread Crumbs and Wheat Flour.
Shape Potatoe mixture into round patties. Dip in egg mixture, and cover with Bread Crumbs and Wheat Flour. Heat Grace Vegetable Oil in frying Pan. Fry coated patty on both sides until brown.
Enjoy alone or serve with dipping sauce. To prepare dipping sauce, mix together Grace Tomatoe Ketchup, Grace Mayonnaise, Grace Mustard, Grace Soy Sauce and Grace Habanero Pepper Sauce.
Note: Recipe courtesy GraceKennedy (Belize) Limited.
Karl H. Menzies talks about working hard, his hardscrabble upbringing in the Mesopotamia Area of Belize City as one of his father’s 18 children and his struggle to become the brand name associated with Heineken Beer and Leyland Paints.
Untitled from 7News Belize on Vimeo.
A new travel presentation on the small Central American nation of Belize. This short film explores Belize’s Coral Reefs, Jungles, Maya ruins and Cultures for the adventurous traveler or those seeking rest and relaxation.
For the celebration of Queen Elizabeth II’s Diamond Jubilee, His Royal Highness Prince Harry of Wales has traveled to Belize. After climbing to the top of El Castillo at Xunantunich, he is beaming with great things to say about Belize.
Belize has long been a hotspot for eco-tourists, snorkelers, and young travelers, and is exceptionally well known amongst backpackers. The little country in Central America is full of life, and has numerous opportunities for site-seeing and flora and fauna spotting that are off the beaten path. A few of the best reasons to visit Belize with only a backpack in tow include:
The Language
While backpacking throughout Europe or other parts of Central and South America can also deliver an amazing experience, the language barrier can often prove to make traveling difficult. Unless you’re bi- or multi-lingual, hopping from country to country isn’t always easy. One poor turn and you could be lost and clueless.
Because Belize is a British Commonwealth, English is its first language – and is the only Central American country where this is so. The lack of language barrier for native English speakers makes it incredibly easy to get around or to ask locals about great local eateries or sites.
Inexpensive Transportation
Belize has one of the best bus systems in Central America, and it is incredibly cheap. Backpackers can get to nearly every corner of the country via the Hummingbird, Coastal, or Southern Highway for around 7 USD. Not only are the buses cheap, but they also offer a great way to interact with locals.
Flights to Belize from the States are also relatively inexpensive. A flight into Belize City or into Cancun, which is only a short taxi away, can easily be secured with the miles saved from a Capital One Venture 100,000 card or another frequent flier card.
Friendly Locals
Belizeans are some of the friendliest people to travelers. If you happen to hop on a wrong bus or are simply looking for a great place to grab an authentic meal, they will be more than happy to point you in the right direction. For backpackers, the Belizean willingness to help is often a godsend, and can provide a much more intimate look into the little country.
Easy Lodging
Because of Belize’s history as a backpackers’ paradise, lodging is incredibly easy to find, and rarely requires reservations. If you stay away from the touristy cayes, such as Ambergris, you will easily be able to find a hotel or bed and breakfast room for around $30 a night for a single to two person room. In more touristy areas, prices are higher, but again, rarely require reservations.
For backpackers this is great, as it allows them to pick and choose how much time they would like to spend in certain areas and travel on a whim when necessary.
Same Currency
In Belize, the US Dollar is just as good as the Belize Dollar, and nearly every vendor is willing to accept US currency – if not more so than their own Belizean dollar. This is great for US backpackers because it keeps them from having to exchange currency or paying currency exchange rates.
Major cities, such as Belize City, San Ignacio, and Dangriga, all have ATMs as well so you don’t have to carry around large lump sums of cash. However, that doesn’t mean that you should avoid bringing a credit card with you for emergencies. A good no foreign transaction fee credit card can be a life saver when cash is lost or stolen.
While staying in a luxurious resort is often what many think of when considering vacation, they shouldn’t shy from a backpacking vacation in Belize. Although the country does offer 5 star stays, it is on its open roads where the country can truly be found. So if you are looking for a bigger adventure for your next vacation, consider grabbing a backpack and heading to Belize. The diverse countryside and friendly people will be sure to do anything other than disappoint.
Source: Beachcomber Pete
This rich dish is the perfect choice for a Sunday afternoon meal. It’s tasty and easy to prepare.
Preparation Time: 15 mins. | Cook Time: 30 mins.
Ingredients:
Directions:
Clean Chicken and wash with Grace Vinegar. In a medium bowl, mix the cumin, Encona Sweet Chilli Sauce, turmeric, and coriander. In a separate bowl, place the chicken, add Malher Consome, and rub on all sides with the spice mixture. Heat 1 tbsp Kent Boringer Olive Oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place the chicken in the skillet. Cook 10 to 15 minutes on each side, until no longer pink and juices run clear. Remove from heat and set aside in a bowl. Heat the remaining Kent Boringer Olive Oil in the skillet. Cook and stir the onion, ginger and garlic 5 minutes, or until tender. Mix in the tomatoes and continue cooking 5 to 8 minutes. Stir in the Grace Coconut Milk Liquid. Add the chicken and basil. Let simmer for 5 minutes. Serve with Grace Coconut Rice.
Note: Recipe courtesy GraceKennedy (Belize) Limited.
This meal is the perfect choice for an afternoon meal. Its quick and easy to prepare. Fifteen minutes and you’ve got a meal the entire family will love.
Preparation Time: 5 mins. | Cook Time: 10 mins.
Ingredients:
1 can Grace Luncheon Meat (diced)
1 sachet Grace Coconut Milk Powder
2 tbsp Grace Coconut Oil
1 Sachet Malher Garlic Powder
1 tbsp Malher Consome
1 sachet Malher Black Pepper
1 small Onion (diced)
1 small Sweet Pepper (diced)
1 small Tomato (diced)
3 leaves Culantro (chopped)
Grace Curry Powder
Grace Habanero Pepper Sauce (optional)
Water
Directions:
In a bowl, dissolve Grace Coconut Powder in ½ cup water.
Glaze pot with Grace Coconut Oil, heat on high. Add Onion, Sweet Pepper, Tomato and Culantro, stir fry for 2-3 minutes. Add Grace Luncheon Meat. Stir for 2 minutes. Add Coconut Milk liquid mixture, stir. Add Grace Curry Powder, Malher Black Pepper, Malher Garlic Powder and Malher Consome. Stir occasionally and let cook for 5 minutes.
Serve with Grace Coconut White Rice, Tortillas, Bread or Fried Jacks.
Note: Recipe courtesy GradeKennedy (Belize) Limited.
This quick and easy cake is perfect for any occasion. This cake is quick, easy and very tasty. It will quickly become a family favorite.
Preparation Time: 70 mins. | Cook Time: 20 mins.
Ingredients:
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