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BOOK REVIEW

REVIEW BY ALYCE ORTUZAR

From Poverty To Purpose: Chef Ricardo’s Secret Recipes To Success By Chef Ricardo 2023; BambuSparks Publishing (Kingston, Jamaica) 93pp (HB); $24.95 ISBN: 978 976 8332 17 2

Ricardo’s story is one of gratitude. His book “is for anyone who aims to believe in themselves despite the challenges or obstacles they have faced or are facing today. No obstacle is too great for a life of blessings and opportunities that are before you. Just believe in your- self.” His journey began in Jamaica, where he was born. Today, he is a YouTube sensation, with over 1.6 million subscribers on his main YouTube channel, Chef Ricardo Cooking. The book includes some of Ricardo’s favorite recipes complete with photographs. Here is just one taste!

Healthy Jamaican Stir-Fry Cabbage: 1 tsp. olive oil ½ half cabbage finely chopped 2 garlic cloves chopped 2 medium sized carrots chopped 1 tomato chopped Mixed peppers 4 spring onion stalks 1 white onion finely chopped A pinch each of salt, coast pepper, all-purpose seasoning, and mixed herbs.

Pour the oil into a frying pan and add the rest. Fry for 10 to 15 min - utes while stirring. Remove from heat and serve. Prep time is 25 minutes; serves 3 persons.

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