Calypso Kitchen

06/05/2025

Summer is on the horizon, and that means it’s curry crab season at Calypso Kitchen! 🦀 As we whip up your favorite summer recipes, we want to hear from you! What Caribbean flavors would you love to see on our menu this season?

Share your summer cravings in the comments below! And if you’re ready for a taste of the Caribbean, our next Calypso Kitchen Takeout days are June 26th and 27th. We’d be honored to cook for you and your family!

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06/04/2025

From my Grandmother’s Kitchen to yours.

Some recipes are more than just food—they’re stories, memories, and love passed down through generations. This one is especially close to my heart.

I learned to make this dish standing at my grandmother’s side, watching her turn the humblest ingredients into something deeply nourishing. Green bananas—an ingredient many folks in the U.S. might walk right past—were always a staple in her kitchen. She’d stew them down slowly with fresh herbs, garlic, onions, and warm spices until they transformed into a rich, savory gravy.

There were always variations, depending on what we had on hand or the flavor she wanted to bring out. Sometimes she’d add curry for a bold, fragrant twist. Other times, she’d stir in bacalao/salted cod fried to crispy bits—for a vibrant, briny depth that made the dish sing.

Across the Caribbean, green bananas are used in countless ways. We boil them for salads, blend them into beverages, and cook them down in stews and curries. One of the most common—and comforting—uses? Soups. Saturday soups, whether it was a hearty sancoche or a light fish broth, were always packed with green bananas. They were the grounding ingredient, soaking up every bit of flavor while adding substance to the pot.

While green bananas—often called "fig" in the Caribbean—are beloved throughout the islands, they’re also used around the world. In West African stews, Filipino ginataan, South Indian curries, and Latin American soups, green bananas show up in hearty, home-cooked meals everywhere. It’s amazing how one humble ingredient connects so many cultures.’

It’s simple, it’s soulful, and it’s a reminder of where I come from.

At Calypso Kitchen, we’re proud to carry these flavors forward—sharing not just food, but the culture and love behind it. Would you try green bananas like this? 💚

If you’re curious about Caribbean flavors or just want to try something new, our next Calypso Kitchen Takeout days are June 26th and 27th. We’d be honored to cook for you and share a bit of our story, one bowl at a time.

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05/16/2025

Did you know the Caribbean’s favorite summer snack is super easy to make at home? 🍍✨ Pineapple Chow is a Trinidadian street food classic-fresh pineapple (or any fruit you love), tossed with culantro (ngo g*i, found at your local Asian market), salt, and black pepper. Want a little heat? Add some habanero for that perfect kick! 🌶️

It’s sweet, savory, spicy, and totally refreshing-the ultimate summer treat. If you want to skip the prep, you can always order our Pineapple Chow through Calypso Kitchen catering or our monthly pickup days. A little taste of Trinidad and Tobago right here in Bellingham!

05/02/2025

“We had Calypso Kitchen cater a Regional awards banquet. The food was great. Everyone gave a thumbs up. Can't say enough about the Jerk Spiced Chicken.” If you’ve been wanting to try our famous Jerk Spiced Chicken but don’t need catering for a big event, now’s your chance! With Calypso Kitchen Takeout, you can bring the Caribbean flavors everyone’s raving about right to your table during our monthly pickup days.

Our individual Jerk Chicken meal features Calypso’s most beloved dish: juicy, tender chicken marinated in our signature jerk spice blend and aromatic herbs, topped with our famous chimichurri sauce. Each meal is served with your choice of three sides.. Feeding a crowd? Order a family meal-kids love it too!

Don’t miss your chance to try the dish everyone’s raving about-our May pickup dates are now open: Thursday, May 29th and Friday, May 30th!



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04/21/2025

🚨 TODAY is the last day to order for April’s Calypso Kitchen Takeout!

Don’t miss your chance to treat yourself—when these meals are gone, they’re gone until next month! We’ve brought back our legendary Oxtail Stew just for April, and trust us, you don’t want to miss out! 🍲✨

Pickup is at our kitchen (4073 Hannegan Drive, Suite B, Bellingham, WA) on April 24th and 25th. Don’t wait—place your order before it closes today at 5 PM!

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04/09/2025

🥘 Oxtail Stew is Back!🥘
This month, we’re bringing back one of your favorites to our takeout menu: Oxtail Stew! Tender, braised oxtail pieces slow-cooked in a rich, caramelized, and beautifully seasoned sauce that embodies the depth of Trinidadian flavors. Each order includes 1 pound of oxtails, perfect for a hearty and flavorful dinner. Preorders are now live—secure your oxtail stew today!🍴

Pickup Days:
📅 Thursday, April 24th & Friday, April 25th

⏳ Order Deadline:
All orders must be placed by Tuesday, April 22nd—don’t wait!

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04/07/2025

🔥 Simmering goodness! Watch as our flavorful Trinidadian Stew Chicken comes to life on the stove. 🍗✨ Slow-cooked to perfection with bold Caribbean spices, this dish is the heart and soul of comfort food. Can you smell the deliciousness through the screen? 😍

Preordering is now live! Order today for pickup on April 24th and 25th. Don’t miss out on your next delicious dinner! https://order.toasttab.com/online/calypso-kitchen-llc-4073-hannegan-rd-suite-b

04/04/2025

Hello, Calypso Kitchen Family! 🌟

As we are getting ready for our next takeout days on Thursday, April 24th and Friday, April 25th, we wanted to take a moment to share a bit of our journey with you.

Calypso Kitchen started as a passion project—offering cooking classes that brought the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean to our community. Over time, we grew into a full-service catering company, serving everything from weddings to corporate events.

When the pandemic hit, we saw a deeper need and began offering heat-and-eat meals, not just for those who could afford them, but for anyone in our community who needed nourishment. This effort inspired the launch of our nonprofit, PNW Plateful, which now provides over 800 scratch-made meals every week to individuals and families across Bellingham, Lummi, Skagit, and beyond.

Now, we’re thrilled to bring back our updated Calypso Kitchen Takeout, a flavorful and convenient way to enjoy Caribbean inspired meals at home. Your support these past few months has meant the world to us, and we’re so grateful to continue growing with you. Thank you for being a part of our story. We can’t wait to cook for you this month!

Warm regards,
The Calypso Kitchen Team

Browse April menu: https://order.toasttab.com/online/calypso-kitchen-llc-4073-hannegan-rd-suite-b

Learn more about Pnw Plateful https://www.pnwplateful.com/

03/25/2025

Calypso Kitchen takeout dates are just around the corner! 📅 Order now for pickup on Thursday, March 27th, and Friday, March 28th. 🍴

Introducing our new menu items:
~ Trinidad Coconut Bread: Experience the authentic flavors of Trinidad with this traditional island bread, infused with the richness of coconut. 🍞
~Crispy Chickpeas: Crunchy bites seasoned with Caribbean spices, perfect as a snack or side dish!

Pair them with our Fire Roasted Tomato Salsa, Fire Roasted Eggplant Dip or Spring Salad with a Honey Lemon Vinaigrette for a truly delicious experience! 🌟

Order your dinner now and with the link below! 🍴

Order online from 4073 Hannegan Rd SUITE B, including Meals, Sides, Sauces. Get the best prices and service by ordering direct!

02/21/2025

📅 February Pickup Days:
Don’t miss out! You have one more week to place your orders for Thursday, February 27th, and Friday, February 28th.

✨ Indulge in Your Favorite Flavors:
~ Calypso’s Jerk Spiced Chicken Meal – $26: Juicy, tender chicken marinated in our signature jerk spice blend, topped with Trinidad Jerk BBQ sauce.
~ Jerk Spiced Tofu – $23: Perfect for plant-based diners! Crisp exterior and tender center, marinated in vibrant Caribbean spices.
~ Blueberry Tamarind Beef Meatballs – $25: Succulent beef meatballs glazed in our house-made blueberry tamarind sauce.

🍽️ Each meal comes with three delightful side dishes, handpicked by you:
~ Coconut Rice & Peas
~ Marinated Tomato & Cucumber Salad
~ Garlic Roasted Vegetables
~ Spring Salad with Honey Lemon Vinaigrette

🎉 We’re also thrilled to offer FAMILY MEALS, SAUCES & SIDES:
~ Crispy Chickpeas 32oz – $12
~ Pineapple Chow 16oz – $10
~ Calypso's Fire Roasted Tomato Salsa – $12

🛒 Order now to secure your favorite meals before supplies run out! Our last day to order is Thursday, February 27th!

👉 Browse our menu now through the link in our bio! https://order.toasttab.com/online/calypso-kitchen-llc-4073-hannegan-rd-suite-b