"Raise a glass to the immaculate surroundings of Roseau, where beautiful beaches - alive with fine bubbles fizzing upwards from the geothermal activity below - wait for you. Dive into extraordinary snorkelling and diving experiences, amongst thriving marine life, active corals and live volcanoes concealed below the waves. With attractive volcanic sands to relax on, and glorious, jungled mountains to explore, Roseau is an intoxicating welcome to Dominica's Caribbean island appeal".
We were here in 2003 and rented a car
Nestled on the west coast, Roseau is the island’s capital and a city surrounded by sprawling banana plantations, and cocoa fields. First taken by the French, then the British, a strong colonial imprint mingles with the local flare. Nowadays Old Market Square is crammed with locals trading huge vegetables, colourful fruits and handmade jewellery - but the square has a darker past, and was the centre of the island's slave-trade." Head up to the former British fort, which offers a panoramic, postcard-perfect view from the top, of Roseau and the lush green mountains behind. The large botanical gardens offer more magnificent views, and you can walk amongst thriving tropical plant life, as parrots flutter, and add splashes of colour to the greenery. The rainforest around the city conceals rich wildlife and waterfalls spilling into splash pools, while plantations give a taste of the island's heritage. You can also discover the second-largest hot spring in the world - Boiling Lake - which brews with angry volcanic activity in the steamy Morne Trois Pitons National Park. The hiking and snorkelling can take its strain - so simmer away any stiffness in a mineral-rich hot pool, or by indulging in a rum punch or two."
We enjoyed a few hours with Cooking Caribbean, an outdoor culinary adventure that introduced us to the flavours, traditions, spices and seasonings of the island. After a short 20 minute drive through the lush landscapes we arrived at a local home, were greeted by the family and introduced to their herb garden where many ingredients are grown. During this 3 hour experience we worked alongside the lady chef/owner to help prepare the meal, understand the history of the ingredients along with the traditional way of preparing the meals. At the end of the cooking session we sipped her varied selection of rums, ate the delicios dishes that had been prepared . whilst listening to the sound of creole folk music and watchimg dancers all dressed up in their national wear.
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