Why Pitimi Haiti is Making a Major Comeback

If you've ever sat down for a Sunday dinner in a Haitian household, there's a good chance you've seen pitimi haiti on the table instead of the usual mountain of white rice. For a long time, it felt like this grain was playing second fiddle to imported jasmine or parboiled rice, but things are definitely changing. People are rediscovering what their grandparents always knew: this stuff is delicious, incredibly good for you, and a vital part of the country's food soul. ...

February 6, 2026 · 6 min · Ustaran Joseph