Johnnycakes are common throughout the Caribbean, although there are quite a few variations. Typically, it is a fried or baked biscuit, traditionally served with breakfast. I’ve tasted many variations, but my favorites come from Rodney Elliott’s restaurant on Nevis, Rodney’s Cuisine. Her johnnycakes are fluffy like a biscuit inside with a crisp exterior. We were lucky enough to visit at a time when there were few other customers, and we had a chance to chat with Rodney. She comes from a large family, and was instrumental in raising many of her siblings. She clearly has a way with children, because she managed to convince our son, “the kid who won’t eat anything,” to eat one of her delicious johnnycakes. Read more of our visit to Rodney’s Cuisine in Part 3 of our Nevis Trip Report.
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