Martine and Myrna Bazin’s Sweet Potato Cake (Pain Patate)

We loved discovering this Haitian cake just as much as the connections it has sparked. It’s Ricardo’s neighbour Martine and her mother, Myrna, who were kind enough to share a bit of their culture through this recipe. Its surprising purple sweet potato base gives it a texture that’s both firm and soft like bread. Follow the guide and, like us, learn a few techniques.