An attorney, who is a licensed and active member of the District of Columbia Bar, Binta Robinson enjoys dining from various world cuisines. Some foods that incorporate flavors from the Caribbean are included in some of Binta Robinson’s cherished dishes.
One of the traditional dishes of the island nation of Trinidad and Tobago is pelau, a one-pot meal that combines rice, meat, and vegetables, such as pigeon peas. The recipe is thought to be related to polow in Persia and pilau in India, which became known as pilaf in England. One classic pelau recipe incorporates chicken, which is added to a pot after brown sugar has been caramelized with oil. Coconut milk is then added, along with carrots and seasonings such as garlic, onion, bay leaf, thyme, and scallions. Once this has simmered for 10 minutes, peas and squash are added, along with ketchup, hot pepper, and butter. Rice is then added, with the entire dish allowed to simmer and steam until the rice is ready and the flavors have combined. The result is a savory, hearty, and simple-to-prepare dish ideal for sharing with family members and friends. Binta Robinson is an attorney licensed and active in the District of Columbia Bar. Outside her professional pursuits, Binta Robinson is interested in travel, and she has biked through the Tuscan region of Italy and visited Positano on the Amalfi Coast.
A beautiful town on Italy’s Amalfi Coast, Positano is a popular tourist destination. But it’s not the only place you can visit in this beautiful area to experience a piece of Italian culture. Located in the mountains and tucked in between Positano and Amalfi, the ancient fishing village of Praiano was a summer retreat for Roman emperors in the 1st century. Today, visitors can experience its local beauty, culture, and charm with fewer tourists than in other nearby destinations. A town of just 2,000 permanent residents, Praiano’s two main industries are still artisanal craftsmanship and fishing. But it is the spectacular view that draw most to this town, visible from almost every part of the village. The area is also home to a number of extremely well-preserved historical sites, including the Church of San Gennaro, which dates back to 1588 (and was remodeled in the Baroque style around 1772). In terms of dining, one of the best places to eat in Praiano also happens to be a restaurant named by Travel & Leisure as one of the world’s best restaurants with a view. Il Pirata offers a selection of delicious Italian cuisine, including a sea-urchin linguine, and diners can eat on a terrace built into the rocks overlooking the cove below. |
AuthorA former Primary Patent Examiner at the United States Patent and Trademark Office, Binta Robinson has examined more than 100 United States patent applications. Archives
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