Mrs Usain Bolt

Is Bolt the next Tyler Perry; giving Madea some serious competition Bolt is set to star in what we could describe as an iconic and awe-inspiring advertisement campaign by Virgin Media in the United Kingdom. 

Sting 2013: 30th Anniversary

Lady Saw

Sting 2013 was a vast improvement over last year’s lackluster show. The organizers out did themselves by balancing the show with many new talent, veteran artists and American rappers for the 30^th anniversary. The production was excellent with great lighting and sound.

Boxing Day

Oh well, while many in the common wealth countries get a day to unwind (or should I say an extended party day) after Christmas we here in the USA have to go back on the job. Boxing Day is celebrated by over 53 commonwealth countries to include Canada, New Zealand, Australia, United Kingdom and Jamaica. 

Jamaican Christmas Traditions

Please remember why we celebrate –  Jesus Christ. He was born so he could die to save us from our sins. In some countries they are removing prayers from many institutions, they are trying to take Christ out of Christmas. As Christians (whether born-again or not) we have a duty to keep this holy tradition alive.

Jamaican Christmas Fruit & Rum Cake

Soaked Fruits

1 cup golden raisins

2 cups regular raisins

1 cup prunes

1 cup currants

1 bottle Red Label Wine, 750 ml

1 cup white rum

Jamaican Songstress Tessanne Moving On Up: Top 8

Tessanne Chin delivered another flawless stand out performance of Gladys Knight’s “If I Were Your Woman"  Monday night on NBC The Voice singing competition. 

Tessanne Phenomenon: Jamaica is Proud Again

It is no coincident that Jamaicans have once again united in force - their exhilarating pride publicized on social media showing support to their very own the striking, gifted, and humble Tessanne Chin.

Roger Clarke Daggers, Frisky With Comrade

Social media exploded last week when a picture of the Hon. Roger Clarke, Minister of Agriculture in Jamaica surfaced of him daggering a female comrade. Many conservative Jamaicans felt that his behaviour was inappropriate. Some believes he should set standards based on the position he holds.

West Indian American Day Parade 2013

The West Indian American Day Parade is an annual event held on Labor Day each year in Brooklyn, NY, since 1967. This 46th celebration saw over a million of West Indians and Americans lining Eastern Parkway.

Delightful Jamaican Flavors: Cookbook

This cookbook contains 91 authentic Jamaican recipes. It is divided into five categories with some containing subcategories. These include appetizers & beverages, soups & salads, vegetables & side dishes, main dishes, and desserts. You will find just about every Jamaican traditional recipe that you can think of.