Red beans, rice and fresh salad with Farmer Harry

There are two tours: (1) A van tour geared towards groups of 4. This tour lasts 2 1/2 to 3 hours and costs TTD $125 per person. (2) An off-grid adventure where you'll escape the world and spend 5 to 6 hours with Mr Bat and Mr Harry in the backwoods of Caura Valley. #ItalIsVital #InsideCaura #trinifood
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The off-grid adventure: Nature, vibes and great food ===========================================
Once an Arawak settlement with a shocking colonial history, today the mountain region is dotted with small villages and large agriculture farms. Our journey starts at Caura Junction and snakes along tree-canopied roads bounded by ravines and distant mountain ridges. Past the hospital, water treatment plant and the abandoned pumphouse at Pool One, the scenery opens up into at true valley with lush fields of eggplant and papaya on either side of the road. Suddenly the pitch road ends, and gives way to a river crossing where we'll engage 4 X 4 and drive along a rocky road and across tributaries until we reach Mr Bat's farm. Maybe you've seen Mr Bat on KZbin. Interesting guy. Sage-like. Loves history and Westerns. At seventy-two years old, he still works the land and climbs trees. Mountains surround his home, there's no electricity, no hum of refrigerators, no cellular service. The only sound is the sound of nature at work: birds, wildlife, the nearby river that winds around the property. Walk the land, learn gardening techniques with Mr Bat, chat over a cup of coffee, or, if you like, you can walk along the bench road that leads to Blanchisseuse, or you can just sit and soak in the atmosphere, the surreal quiet.
Before lunch we'll hike to Mr Harry's farm. If you're wearing sneakers you may have to remove them to wade across the river in knee-high water. Then you're walking a road established in the 1800s when Caura was a major player in the cocoa industry. There're remnants of infrastructure built on the backs of indigenous people, slaves and indentured labourers. A rugged path slopes up to Mr Harry's country house. Smoke from a chulha curls skyward as you walk up a sloped lined with tropical plants and flowers, and without knowing why you're suddenly hungry. Maybe Mr Harry is picking limes, hopefully, he's already cooking lunch: plantains, fry bake, cassava; ital food, food from the land. Did we mention that Mr Harry makes local wines? Maybe he'll teach you his secret recipe. Maybe you'll run into The Ghost of Caura.
Prices are quoted in TTD and are per group.
A group of 2: $800
A group of 3: $1,000
A group of 4: $1,200
A group of 5: $1,625
A group of 6: $1,800
A group of 7: $1,925
A group of 8: $2,000
For more details please visit our Facebook page: / insidecaura
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What to expect
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* The tour begins between the hours of 6:00 AM - 8:00 AM, at a coordinated time established by the operator and guests. 6:30 AM is an ideal start time.
* The tour lasts for a maximum of 5 1/2 hours.
* The timer starts at pickup.
* This tour includes a driving tour of Caura, along the route to Mr Bat's and Mr Harry's farms.
* The minimum number of guests is 2.
* The maximum number of guests is 8.
* Given current Covid-19 restrictions, we can only accommodate groups of 4. When this changes we'll let you know.
* This tour is recommended for individuals with a moderate fitness level. It is not recommended for people with backaches, heart problems and other health conditions. Know your limits and hike your own hike. In this off-grid adventure, with river crossings, slippery paths and steep, rocky slopes, we are not responsible for any expenses that may occur due to accidents or injuries. You'll have to sign a liability waiver form.
* There are 2 starting points where guests with and without vehicles could be met or picked up: (1) In the carpark of Coss Cutters Supermarket on Caura Junction (recommended if you don't know Caura); (2) Infront Caura Hospital.
* Lunch, bottled water and black coffee is included.
* You're free to walk with your own food, snacks and drinks.
* This isn't a rum lime. Strong alcoholic drinks are not permitted. This includes but is not limited to whiskey and scotch. Beer or wine is okay but, please, know your limits. According to Mr Bat, "No nonsense".
* Payment must be made in full, via direct deposit or internet banking, 72 hours before the tour/booking date.
* Cancellations made 48 hours or more in advance of the booking date, will receive a 100% refund.
* Cancellations made within 48 hours of the designated starting time will incur a 50% fee.
* Given current COVID-19 restrictions we can, until further notice, only facilitate one group per day.
* Given current restrictions we can, until further notice, only facilitate groups of 2, 3 or 4.

[@lyndonbaptiste]

To book your adventure call [phone]. Our Facebook page has a special introductory offer for groups of 4: facebook.com/insidecaura

[@shaunsahadeo2017]

Yuh should open a po box or something if someone wanna send then guys a little book for mr harry or anything really

[@lyndonbaptiste]

@@shaunsahadeo2017 great idea. Thanks.

[@arianayoung7537]

Aweee nice 👌 memory with all 3 of u all?

[@stephanielopez6528]

​@@shaunsahadeo2017

[@ReapingWhatYouSow]

Mr. Harry rock in that hammock like silver fox. That would be a nice experience. Cool, clean and serene. Very good idea.

[@lyndonbaptiste]

Thanks 🙂

[@yogeshsukhdeo4837]

Love these guys. Sending peace and love to my Trini 🇹🇹 Brother's and Sister's coming from Guyana 🇬🇾 ❤💚💛🖤

[@planesgamingtt]

Man, this was one of the most authentic things I've ever seen in my life. Excellent production as always. Cheers!

[@lyndonbaptiste]

Thanks again, Keegan.

[@IrwinDeGannes]

You see at 4:24 when he want to put something in d pot, and he walk outside to get it vs going to the grocery... 👌🏼

[@lyndonbaptiste]

I left it as it is to show that this is what we can all have Man, the other day my wife went outside and pick some bandania; that feel so nice eh, and you know that does catch easy just stick the root part in the ground and you good to go, for starters.

[@trini-rt6xn]

Today, Thanksgiving Day in the United States, I am thankful that I had the good fortune of meeting Mr. Lyndon Baptiste and Mr. Bat in person. I experienced the rising of the sun, the whistling of birds, the babbling of brooks, the magnificence of flora and fauna, the refreshing sensation of cool river water as I waded barefooted in crystal clear streams, the smell and taste of freshly brewed coffee, a sumptuous fireside (Chulha) meal bursting with the flavor of freshly picked herbs and spices from Mr. Bat's garden, and the true down-home hospitality of Mr. Lyndon Baptiste and Mr. Bat. What an incredible and unforgettable life experience! Never in my wildest of dreams would I ever have guessed or imagined that Paradise lies right outside the doorsteps of Mr. Bat and Mr. Harry "Inside Caura".

[@lyndonbaptiste]

Thanks for visiting. It was a memorable day and I learned so much from you.

[@TrinbagoVibes]

Mortar and pestle/ sil and Lorha oui, shout out Mr Harry and Mr. Bat, another nice one bro

[@taralalla50]

Off grid life the best.Thw food is simple and healthy that's how I eat.

[@ckbyrne]

Nice wholesome simple vibes… This is what the soul needs!

[@vash7727]

Great advice. No alcohol makes people talk foolishness and loose respect. You sets the rules, nice scenery clear water nice food nice friends 👌

[@DenryCyrus3347]

Awesome display of healthy living..... The cooking show should be called "Ital is Vital" 😄

[@lyndonbaptiste]

Hahaha I like that name too bad.

[@curtiswatche7853]

I am so loving the peace and tranquillity. This is certainly an amazing place to visit. You seem to be on to something with regards operating a nature tour. There are a lot of Trinbagonians from the diaspora that are so longing to go to a place of retreat , away from the noise of the city…I know I am. Blessings to Mr. Harry and Mr. Bat. Dey doh make dem like dat anymore.

[@serenityx8927]

Lunch is Served. Thank you mother Nature!

[@lyndonbaptiste]

Thank you for watching!

[@johnnyleonard4482]

These gentle men are the best i always look forward in seeing them...one can only imagine the atmosphere there.

[@lyndonbaptiste]

Thanks, Johnny. There's a lot more to come.

[@traceysieunarine7616]

Mortar and pestle the works !!! beautiful view .. country life is the best yes..Mr Harry's out door cooking took me back to childhood days..those were the best..nothing tastes better than fireside food. Lol..just to hear that pot sizzle...pure niceness!!! Thumbs up Lyndon keep making videos that inspire and also bring back memories.💯💯💯💯💥💥💥

[@reppintrini3576]

Well said my dear

[@sharminpersad3038]

I absolutely love watching your vids with these guys..so authentic, simple and humble living on the mountains.

[@lydiathomas8768]

Love this vibes. Would really love to spend a day

[@jenniferroopchan1867]

Just love these videos. Love the cou tryside . These guys make my day. Thank you. Mr Batiste

[@rohanirampersad2772]

I love cooking like that.

[@jjjj-cr4db]

Lyndon boy this peace and vibez

[@maggieplaza4430]

Love the simplicity of Mr bat and Mr Harry...according to Mr Harry... enjoy the ambiance..hope I can spend one day in caura...lovely video as usual

[@lyndonbaptiste]

Looking forward to it. Thanks, Carissa.

[@TriniSimpleLiving]

Hi, nice vibes

[@sunitanemai6004]

I really want to come and visit

[@hamaniecheenibass5729]

I could watch Mr Harry cook all day...so enjoyable

[@chriskissoon]

16;50 hmmm Mrr Harry selling me with that lime juice boy

[@lyndonbaptiste]

Yeah, he's a boss salesman. 🙂

[@zahiramohammed3039]

I sooooo enjoy this video ❤ It's so much better than looking at television!!!!

[@arianayoung7537]

Mr Harry is the best 👌 rocking away and eating

[@simiramadhar885]

🏝🫑🌶🇹🇹 my regards to you all especially Mr bat and Mr Harry, I daresay THE SIMPLE LIFE IS THE BEST, I FELT THE POSITIVE VIBES, GOD BLESS YOU ALL 🕊🕊🏝🏝

[@ingridcooper9506]

Good morning lovely mr Lyndon love this video

[@lyndonbaptiste]

Thanks, Ingrid. That you love it brings me great satisfaction.

[@zahiramohammed3039]

Country flavor with Mr Harry and Mr Bat absolutely awesome 🖒🖒

[@sunitanemai6004]

Love this video

[@lyndonbaptiste]

😊

[@sarahsampath2900]

Nice vibes lyndon, hanging with mr Harry and Mr bat, love the atmosphere. I think Mr harry could start something with "country flavour",

[@lyndonbaptiste]

Thanks, Sarah. That's the long term goal so in the will of the Lord, look out for more of these.

[@CJMohommed]

Pleasant vibes. Had me smiling from start to finish.

[@lyndonbaptiste]

Yes, this was vibes.

[@vionadaly5996]

Good Trini Food thanks 👍 for Sharing.

[@adenrampersad9085]

Great video lyndon

[@lyndonbaptiste]

Thanks, Aden. #bigup

[@serenityx8927]

👌Oh my goodness gracious, the chow looks delicious 🤤 yummy, yum yum 😋. That recipe is clasd😹

[@ramnarinenagessar5914]

Wow..a wonderful experience indeed!

[@zahiramohammed3039]

Always love the videos with Mr Bat and Mr Harry ❤

[@patlee6131]

Rasta vibes irie life

[@lyndonbaptiste]

Real Irie. Thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@mirandasammy5682]

Aye on point...i love this one..just what i need 😌👍👏..well done..my regards to mr harry and mr bat👋..stay safe.

[@lyndonbaptiste]

On behalf of Mr Bat and Mr Harry thank you very much.

[@godson7969]

Hello Lyndon. I definitely need this. Wonderful video again bro.

[@serenityx8927]

🇹🇹🇩🇰Fancy Trini recipe👌. And cucumber 🥒 to put an extra kick 🦵🏼 😹. Uncle Harry ain’t easy at all. The food look delicious, neat, and tasty 👅. Oh shit, well uncle Bart took me by surprise🙀. I didn’t know uncle bart is in the video too😺😆What a surprise he has given me to see him in the video eating pleasuring his belly🤣. Epic living, you can’t go wrong!

[@vind1126]

Just started watching these interesting videos keep up food looks delicious full💯

[@myroonrampersad2510]

Great Advice Mr Lindon, I will certainly like to visit these men.

[@lyndonbaptiste]

One day, when the time is right. See the video description for more details.

[@Peggy69]

Good morning 🙏 my 1st year online class going on but i hiding my phone to look at your video .😅

[@lyndonbaptiste]

You ain't easy! Imagine if the teacher is a subscriber too and reading your comment. Your report going and say "watches youtube in class. I expect better."

[@Peggy69]

@@lyndonbaptiste good morning to you and yours .lol

[@erminealleyne2654]

Very entristing picture Lyndon

[@lyndonbaptiste]

Thanks, Ermine. 🙂

[@serenityx8927]

Delicious Recipe Mr. Harry! You made me hungry, haha.

[@arianayoung7537]

He so right ✅️ about the heavy Alcohol . And meat which I don't like too much.

[@davinasubrath83]

Love this video....... great work Lyndon

[@lyndonbaptiste]

Thank you very kindly, Davina.

[@angelamillington9827]

Mr lyndon. Love the respect you show Mr Harry and Mr bat. So much peace in that environment. Thanks for sharing the video hope people visit Mr Harry and Mr bat so they earn an income.

[@margaretseejagat4598]

Wow that food look soooo good

[@mariatambie]

Love that blender

[@gurreyaccount6023]

How long harry hair is anyway as always keep up the videos 👍

[@lyndonbaptiste]

Good question. Part of the mystery, even for me.

[@markgonzales9080]

Love those fellars vibes man. Would like to visit sometime.

[@lyndonbaptiste]

One day, when the timing' right.

[@zofran60]

Can’t wait for the next episode..

[@lyndonbaptiste]

When you want it? In 2021 or 2022? 🤔

[@annmarielalansingh8891]

Mr. Harry, I enjoyed that meal along with you all, just watching you do it, I would definitely like to visit your place, it’s like a little Heaven, God Bless, Annmarie Lalansingh from Brampton Ontario Canada

[@lyndonbaptiste]

The very best to you, Annmarie. One day when the timing is right!

[@s.r.ramdath1358]

Made my pores raised boy

[@lyndonbaptiste]

Mission accomplished!

[@milzinspirations9110]

Never tried red beans with coconut milk🤔sounds interesting.

[@BettyFL]

Ya ain’t let me finish 😂😂. My mother still uses (and taught us) to use a big stone to grind seasoning.

[@michellepaul4095]

This is the life!!do you know we are going bk to these days slowly but surely...my nex road trip ...love this ...thx Lyndon for showing us how beautiful our country is🥰

[@lyndonbaptiste]

Thanks for watching Michelle and your gracious comment.

[@darrenmoorgan6561]

I love the vibes I hope to make a lime with you guys soon

[@serenityx8927]

🇩🇰🇹🇹Wow, two tours. It would be nice for me to go on both tours, especially the off-grid adventure to escape society with uncle Bart & uncle Harry. Full respect to those two old timers/fine gentlemen🖖

[@garychung4238]

Nice food 🇨🇦🇹🇹👍👍

[@lyndonbaptiste]

Yes, real bes'.

[@adrianasankar7839]

I can eat red beans for breakfast,lunch and dinner, I love it and this video made me hungry,tfs

[@lyndonbaptiste]

☺

[@brendamaharaj4912]

IM 63 YRS YOUNG AND IVE NEVER SEEN RED BEANS COOKED WITH COCONUT MILK WOWWW HATS OFF TO YOU GENTLEMEN.

[@lyndonbaptiste]

Farmer Harry have down that red beans meal #likeaboss

[@erminealleyne9815]

Lyndon what Famer Harry cooking it must be tasteing good

[@zahiramohammed3039]

Wow I look at this video a few times Totally love it🖒 Feeling for some ah dat food now boi! Because right now ah hungry lol😂

[@lyndonbaptiste]

Farmer Harry is a boss cook. Stay tuned for more #CountryFlavour

[@zahiramohammed3039]

@@lyndonbaptiste Yess I'm sure he is 🖒 Thank you!

[@Lizze28]

❤️

[@lyndonbaptiste]

Thanks, Lydia. Have a pleasant day.

[@serenityx8927]

🇹🇹🇩🇰The chicken 🐓 poked the puppy😂😁

[@caribbeanpot]

luv it

[@lyndonbaptiste]

Boom!

[@angelalall7895]

My dad used to make graters like that with Freeco Pans. Love the fireside, grew up eating fireside food

[@arianayoung7537]

Also I was living in Trinidad too. Guyana was in village lots of fresh vegetables and fruits. Fresh air. My Parents had huge farms. With everything's u can think of. Now 30 years in Canada 🇨🇦 still cannot be like your own country. So true lorha and sill Now is Mortar I still using it. Now Technology electronics using.

[@Bushman1083]

Well said mr Harry ital is vital

[@lyndonbaptiste]

#likeaboss

[@mikesing232]

Would love to go there

[@lyndonbaptiste]

When the timing' right.

[@denisemartin1197]

Yummy 🙏

[@indiraharps6730]

That 5 finger look healthy

[@anthonycarabaille6141]

I would like to come on that tour that you all talking about but my main interest is catching some bull finch birds if you all can accommodate that. Also wants to enjoy some nice fruits.

[@lyndonbaptiste]

Hi, Anthony, thanks for your interest. We'd love to have you. Is it legal to catch bull finch birds? If it isn't we wouldn't be able to accommodate that particular request.

[@arianayoung7537]

I cannot eat spicy foods again. Dr told me because of Acid Reflux

[@chriskissoon]

2:06 hahahahahah my boy feel disrespected lmao

[@lyndonbaptiste]

😅

[@josefneehall]

Vybes vybes vybes

[@robinbhairosingh7487]

Yes d good one 😂😂😂

[@arianayoung7537]

Red beans making me bloated 😫 with gas after

[@arianayoung7537]

Make a list when u going out. That's what I does do. Write down what I am going to Buy in stores.

[@narishpatrick5850]

i wath to come

[@arianayoung7537]

Lyndon making excuses watch him Lol 💃 😆 🤣 😂 😹 🕺

[@serenityx8927]

🇹🇹🇩🇰Why country dogs 🐩 🐕 are so noisy🤣. Why did the puppy 🐶 started screaming🙀, one of the chickens 🐓 probably pick the puppy, or the big dog bit the puppy. Poor puppy😥

[@lynnolive3414]

And he pese he masala ,

[@sentryking7961]

What was used to make the fireside

[@lyndonbaptiste]

I forget what it is, but I'll verify.

[@sentryking7961]

@@lyndonbaptiste thanks much

[@lyndonbaptiste]

@@sentryking7961 i found out but forgot the name yes. I'll have to review the video footage. 🤦‍♂️

[@aaronjoseph8244]

Mr lyndon how much Mr Harry sells his lime and lemon for....

[@lyndonbaptiste]

Aaron, I believe 100 limes cost TTD $150.

[@aaronjoseph8244]

@@lyndonbaptiste and lemon

[@lyndonbaptiste]

@@aaronjoseph8244 not sure; I'll find out for you. His phone number is also in the video description, if you want to try reaching him.

[@cardolove8706]

missing out real vibes paa lol

[@lyndonbaptiste]

Yes, son, vibes like that.

[@arianayoung7537]

I don't think I can handle village life again. Mosquitoes and 🐍 🐍 🐍 🐍 I 😱. I visited Trinidad 2007

[@lyndonbaptiste]

I could take the mosquitoes. What I can't take is snakes.

[@manerammaharaj837]

Post some new videos i enjoy

[@lyndonbaptiste]

Thanks very much, Maneram. More soon come.

[@manerammaharaj837]

@@lyndonbaptiste u are promoting t and t in the best ways show some videos about agriculture in t and t twenty twenty two

[@arianayoung7537]

Well Mr Bat is no more.So sad Just Lyndon And Mr. Harry remain. When u go grocery make your list That's what I do?

[@radicamaharaj806]

Hi lyndon i jus ssw an accident in caura road blue van run down the road an the driver dead,some body say bat boi i want to know if is your friend bat boi if is he i sorry

[@arianayoung7537]

One question does that Guy paying land Tax or it's free. Hehehe

[@kayronjoseph9626]

What about hunting can we hunt

[@lyndonbaptiste]

You'll have to ask Farmer Harry and Mr Bat that question; I'm 99% sure the answer will be no.

[@diegomonti1751]

Mr Lyndon Baptiste, I sent you a message via whatsup concerning post office and mailing things. I will try to hit you up later because I mail something to Trinidad and waiting to see if it reaches...

[@lyndonbaptiste]

OK great. I'll keep you posted.