Our Stories: Yeshwa Appeals to Abusive Jamaican Men- Cut Her Loose

In this installment of Our Stories, Jamaican artiste Yeshwa appeals to abusive Jamaican men….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 lens is focused on […]

11 Reasons Why You Should Love Jamaican Dancehall Music

11 reason you should love dancehall music

The musical landscape in Jamaica has changed radically over the years. Coming from the days of Mento and Ska, through to Rocksteady, the music has evolved in terms of composition and sound. Reggae, which was developed in the 1960s, saw the music growing and changing again. Today, Dancehall has surpassed Roots Rock Reggae and the […]

Jamaican Food Misrepresentation Gets Cambridge University in Trouble

Jamaican Food Misrepresentation Gets Cambridge University in Trouble

Cambridge University’s Pembroke College in the United Kingdom is facing accusations of “cultural misrepresentation” in the food it serves to students. The college is rethinking its menu after complaints that labeling dishes with names like “Jamaican stew” and “Tunisian rice” was not acceptable. According to a report in the Sunday Times, a student commented on […]