Not so, Q. I have been buying blackstrap molasses in Vancouver for the last 30 years. Molasses from Barbados is readily available.

I, too, love baked beans. My kids like any kind of beans. I always considered myself very lucky to have children who actually prefer beans and rice to other staples. One year they asked if we could have burritos instead of turkey on Thanksgiving. As adults, they often do not have the time to cook beans so when they come to visit I know if I put on the beans, it will be a big hit.

My current favorite is black bean soup with lime chili.