Saint Helena has been influenced by several European Powers, by the people (especially slaves) and the ships passing through it during its history. This has affected the cuisine on the island, which now has a vibrant and international cuisine variety. Popular DishesPopular dishes on the island include traditional British Sunday roast, curry, black pudding, pumpkin stew and spicy fishcakes. Fish is one of the staple foods, along with rice, and spices are added to make a wide variety of dishes similar to those found in the caribbean. IngredientsMost ingredients for the most popular dishes are found locally. Fish, such as tuna, wahoo and mackerel are used, and often mixed with a variety of herbs and spices. Curries are made from meat or fish, and are served piping hot with a large amount of spice and often no vegetables at all. One example of this is Pilau. Fruit and vegetables are mostly locally grown, such as pumpkin, coconut and banana. Pumpkin Pudding and Coconut Fingers are popular desserts.

There are as many uses for stale bread as there are for fresh! Stale bread is good for French Toast, Bread Pudding, Turkey Stuffing, even making your own bread crumbs. There's no need to spend money on someone else's stale bread, just make your own!

3 Cups Whole Milk1 1/2 Cups Heavy Whipping Cream3 Eggs2 Egg Yolks3/4 Cup SugarDash Salt1 Cup Crunchy Peanut Butter, Divided1 Tablespoon Vanilla12 Slices (1/2 inch) Day Old French Bread

Burned your muffins? Instead of tossing them, you can turn them into a tasty bread pudding.

This warm and berrylicious pudding, layered with bread soaked in milk and cream, and topped with decadent white chocolate, raisins and mixed berries is sure to make any holiday or event a memorable one!

This vanilla sauce is ridiculously simple to make yet utterly delectable. Sweet, rich and completely delightful, it's made with simple ingredients such as butter, sugar, cream and vanilla. This sauce goes excellent with bread pudding and different kinds of cakes. In many areas outside of the United States, this kind of sauce is served next to warm