Thursday, February 5, 2015

Kolanut (Bissy)

Recently, I visited Jamaica and one of my happy childhood memories came flooding back when I saw a kolanut tree (bissy-tree). I hadn't seen one in many years. I remembered my grandfather (God bless his soul) religiously planted and drank his own coffee and bissy-tea (Kolanut). These were usually accompanied by coconut milk - so divine. 



Also, bissy was used as medicinal purposes too. When someone was thought to be poisoned they were given this drink. The freshly grated bissy was also used on cuts and bruises. 

Please share with us some other benefits of Kolanut. Was it called another name in your area?


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Tuesday, February 3, 2015

Authentically Jamaican - Kaci Fennell

The recently concluded 63rd Miss Universe pageant showcased the beautiful and spirited Miss Jamaica Universe Kaci Fennel. She was crowned the fourth runner up (fifth) which of  course is a major accomplishment and no small feat. 

However, this did not sit well with many Jamaicans and members of the audience who did not reserved their feelings, loud boos could be heard for a period of time which might have overshadowed the rest of the crowning. 

Kaci was a front runner with most Jamaicans believing she was the most likely to win the pageant since Lisa Hanna did in 1993. Kaci and her short pixed did well in all the categories, although some will say she fumbled (a term used in America Football) in the question section but so did the other contestants.

One particular area to point out was the way Kaci never hid her Jamaican accent. This begs the question, was her accent mistaken for not sounding eloquent or was it the content of her answer.

The question: "What is the greatest contribution of your country to the entire world".

"Well..... As we all know, we have the home to the legendary Usain Bolt and Bob Marley, who have contributed such great music to this world, and we have the fastest man alive," responded Fennell.

We will never know. Congratulations Kaci, you are still our winner.





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