Sweet Potato Pone

Many confuse sweet potato pone with sweet potato pudding. Even though they use similar ingredients pone is harder and usually contains no raisins. Many call it a harder version of “hell a top and hell a bottom and heaven in the middle”. It is a dessert favorite after Sunday dinner. INGREDIENTS: 1 ½  cup pounds […]

A Parade of Stars of Jamaican Descent

Jamaicans are known for their adventurous spirit and following their dreams, so it is not surprising that many celebrities have Jamaican heritage. Below is a list of celebs who have proudly come from parents or grandparents who were born and raised in Jamaica. 1) Naomi Campbell The actress and supermodel was born on May 22, […]

“Olive the Octopus’s Day of Juggling” read in Jamaican Patois

“Olive the Octopus’s Day of Juggling” read in Jamaican Patois. Teach yourself Jamaican patois/patwa with children stories. Listen and watch the video of “Olive the Octopus’s Day of Juggling” read in Jamaican Patois. It is a part of the Alphatales series from A to Z. Get the book, follow along, practice and soon you will […]