Photo Highlights: Tarrus Riley & Friends 2016
The annual Tarrus Riley and Friends Concert was held on December 20th at what has become its usual venue, Emancipation Park. The theme for this year was an aptly selected theme; ‘A Crime Free Christmas’ . The annual concert concept was developed by guitarist Lamont ‘Monty’ Savory and Tarrus Riley. According to Monty, the idea was […]
Our Stories: Dancer Zurick left high school with one CSEC subject
In this installment of Our Stories, dancer Zurick explains why he left high school with one CSEC subject….For many people, Jamaica is pictured as an island paradise – white sandy beaches, a beautiful and vivacious culture, rich and wholesome food, and attractive people. And while that image is not far from the truth, if the […]
Zimbabwe – Jamaicans Tell Their Travel Stories
ZIMBABWE In July 2014, we visited Zimbabwe to see Victoria Falls ( natural wonder of the world ) This visit was part of an itinerary that covered other African countries. Victoria Falls was on my bucket list having read about David Livingstone when I was young. Going down the Zambezi River at sunset is spectacular. […]
Day 363 of 365 Things to Do, See & Eat in Jamaica – Have a Bite at Lillian’s Restaurant
The building that houses Lillian’s Restaurant was built on land in St. Andrew that formed part of the Hope Sugar Estate about 1912. It is a bungalow with Georgian architectural features, including a wrap-around veranda, balustrades, and vertical louvers acting as vents. The building has a hip roof, a shake finish, and a dormer on […]
Red Fox Live at Dunns River
Dunns River was the place to be on Friday night, as not only did the water flow… as in liquor, but the animal magnetism was let loose as the Fox…that is Mr. Red Fox pounced upon the audience with his catalogue of hits. Patrons traveled to Dunns River Lounge in Long Island, where they […]