On this day in Jamaican history: Jamaican-American, Barrington Irving completes solo flight around the world
On June 27, 2007, Barrington Irving was the first Jamaican-American, and the youngest person, to ever fly solo on the 30,000-mile trip around the world. The voyage took Irving to 27 cities in 13 nations on four continents. Born in Kingston, Barrington Antonio Irving, Jr., moved to Miami when he was six years old. When […]
On this day in Jamaican History: Byron Lee, leader of Byron Lee & the Dragonaires
On this day in Jamaican History – On June 27th, 1935 Byron Lee OD, leader of Byron Lee and the Dragonaires , was born in Christiana, Manchester. Byron Lee and the Dragonaires became one of Jamaica’s leading bands. Lee was musician, record producer, and entrepreneur. Lee produced many of the early ska singles by The […]
7 Amazing Jamaican Street Foods You Must Try
Beautiful beaches and pulsating reggae may have put Jamaica on the map, but this tropical island is also known for its uniquely flavoured foods. You’re sure to sample some of the best known dishes wherever you stay, but if you really want a taste of authentic Jamaican food then head out for some street food. […]
Thrillist Names Pimento Best Jamaican Restaurant In Twin Cities, Minnesota
Online review site Thrillist has named the Pimento Jamaican Kitchen the best place to find Jamaican food in the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota. The list focused on some of the newer dining venues in the area as part of its continuing effort to find the best new restaurants in the United […]
On this day in Jamaican history: Freddie McGregor
On June 27, 1956 Jamaican reggae artist Freddie McGregor was born in Clarendon, Jamaica . He is one of reggae’s most durable and soulful singers, with an steady career that started all the way back in the 1960s, when he was just seven years old. In 1963 he joined with Ernest Wilson and Peter Austin […]
Track and Field Analyst Says Usain Bolt Can’t Be Beaten in Rio
According to NBC track and field analyst Ato Boldon, Jamaica’s sprint champion Usain Bolt can’t be beaten by anyone at the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, not even by Justin Gatlin of the United States. Previously, Boldon predicted that Gatlin would have defeated Bolt at the 2015 World Championships. Now that Bolt has […]
SUMMERJAM 2016 wants to take you back: BACK TO THE FUTURE
A month ago, I attended one of the largest street festivals in Germany in my adopted town, Wuppertal. The festival hosts a number of different stages but everyone knows that people basically come just for the Reggae/Dancehall stage. But then again, seeing that I am Jamaican and a proud one at that I might just […]
Grace Jamaica Jerk Festival Washington DC
The Inaugural Grace Jamaica Jerk Festival brand as an International Food, Culture and Music Festival has had a successful 11year history in South Florida, and five in New York. The nation’s capital Washington DC, was next logical venue for the Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival. As a part of the celebration in June of Caribbean American […]
I need forms on Jamaica probate, we have no money
QUESTION: Dear Legal Wiz, My dad left a Will, but we have no money for a lawyer or anything. We went to Legal Aid Clinics in Jamaica and they want us to pay money for consultation and for paperwork and hearings. Its pretty straightforward. My dad wasnt even married, but he did have material possessions […]
Day 179 of 365 Things to Do, See & Eat in Jamaica – Do Some “Wastin’ Away” in Margaritaville
Jimmy Buffet’s Margaritaville, which is close to the cruise ship pier, offers tasty food, perfect beverages, and a place to chill and hang out after a day of sightseeing and Jamaican adventure. The venue offers a 100-foot slide that ends with a splash in a sparkling swimming pool. Swimmers are just a few strokes away […]
