GQ Names Usain Bolt One of Its “Men of the Year” for 2016
GQ magazine has released its 21st annual “Men of the Year” list for 2016, and Jamaica’s Olympic champion sprinter Usain Bolt is one of three gentlemen to receive this honor. Named with Bolt are actors Ryan Reynolds and Warren Beatty. In choosing these men, GQ recognized individuals “who brought some much-needed light into a very […]
Jamaican-Afro Restaurant Featuring Opens in Lagos, Nigeria
Jamo Afrique, an Afro-Caribbean restaurant operated by Fifi, an entrepreneur and wife of Prince Dilly Umenyiora, had its grand opening after years of planning and fine-tuning. The venue is located in Oniru Estate, Victoria Island, Lagos, and its launch featured celebrities along with the family members and friends of Fifi. Fifi decided to forge her […]
Chef Noel Cunningham Cheesy Baked Mash Potatoes
“This baked, mash potatoes with its creamy, cheesy middle and perfect crunchy top will have you singing and swooning ’cause comfort food has never tasted so good!” – Chef Noel Cunningham, Cuisine by Noel (Makes 6 to 8 servings) Ingredients 2 lb. Yukon potatoes peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces 2 Tbsp. butter 1/2 cup […]
Former NFL Player Earns Spot on Jamaican Bobsled Team
Coach Michael Blair of Niles West High School in Skokie, Illinois, is a former NFL player, and now he has a chance to be a member of the Jamaican bobsled team. Blair is a dual citizen of Jamaica and the United States and has received an invitation to train with the team as it prepares […]
On this day in Jamaican history: Jamaican Sprinter Ramone “Batman” McKenzie
On November 15, 1990, sprinter Ramone McKenzie, was born in Jamaica. His specialty was the 100 and 200 metres. He started his international career at the 2006 CARIFTA Games in the youth category (U-17) winning an individual silver medal in 200 metres, and two gold medals as member of the 4x100m and 4x400m relay teams. […]
Day 320 of 365 Things to Do, See & Eat in Jamaica – Get Away From It All: Sunset at the Palms
When you need a completely relaxing trip far away from the cares of the world, make a visit to Sunset at the Palms Resort in Negril. The accommodations feature 85 treehouse-style guestrooms, two miles of private beach that offer various non-motorized water sports equipment for use, excellent jerk chicken, tasty snacks and tropical drinks with […]
Craigy T Collaborates with Reggae Trailblazer Tarrus Riley
With an already trending solo career; artiste, song writer and producer Craigy T, formerly of the mega group TO.K, has just ensured his viability as an international Reggae act via a brand new collaboration with Tarrus ‘Singy Singy’ Riley called ’One More Song’. The eclectic Reggae ballad, written by both artistes, combines both a high […]
Bounty Killer Boosts Sanjay and Shelly Belly’s ‘Tekova’ Single
With the ‘Tekova’ single by Sanjay and Shelly Belly gaining traction locally right before the two left for their joint tour of Europe, it is no surprise that on returning to the island almost two months later, the two would jump right back into ‘promotion mode’ for the track. They have now amped the ‘Tekova’ […]
