Bake and Shark

Bake and Shark, a yummy beach food from Trinidad and Tobago, is perfect for a sunny day by the sea. It is a popular Trinidadian dish often found in beachside shacks and food stalls across the island. It's a sandwich made with fried shark meat and various toppings, served between two pieces of fresh bread called "bake".

They seasoned the shark meat with spices like garlic, paprika, pepper, and other local seasonings to give it a nice flavor kick. "Bake," the bread used in the sandwich, is a type of fried bread that is soft on the inside and has a slightly crispy exterior. It serves as a perfect base for the savory shark filling. But here's the fun part: You get to add toppings! You can choose from tamarind sauce, garlic sauce, crunchy lettuce, tomatoes, and cool cucumbers. It's like creating your own flavor adventure.

Bake and Shark represents the easygoing and lively spirit of Trinidad and Tobago, loved by both locals and tourists. The best part is where you eat it. Imagine being on a beautiful beach in the Caribbean, taking a bite of your Bake and Shark while the warm breeze surrounds you. It's like a mini Caribbean vacation for your taste buds!

Country origin: Trinidad and Tobago

Main ingredients: shark meat, sauces, chutneys, vegetables and flatbread (known as bake)

Recommended places: Richard's Bake and Shark in Maracas Bay Village, Trinidad and Tobago

Price range: about $3 to $9