New Brick-and-Mortar Jamaican Restaurant in San Francisco

San Francisco has a new choice in dining with the opening of the Scotch Bonnet’s new brick-and-mortar venue. Chef Abraham “OB” Matterson, a native of Jamaica, offers a menu displaying the flavors of his childhood in the downtown Rincon Center location. Still in its early phase, the space is turning out beautiful plates, burritos, patties […]

11 Questions for an Expat in Jamaica – Kara Stevenson from Canada

Kara Stevenson has lived in Jamaica for 1.5 years and is Public Relations Advisor for Cuso International (an International Development Canadian NGO)  who placed her at the Women’s Centre of Jamaica Foundation, to conduct consultancy work. Kara is also the co-owner of FitRev, a fitness club located in Kingston.  She manages the fitness club’s administration, communications, and marketing.  […]

Jamaican Wins Storytelling Title in Canada

Sheena Brown, originally from Jamaica, has won the 2017 Story Slam competition at the Yorkton Public Library in Saskatchewan, Canada. At the event, which was held on October 18th, writers present five minutes’ worth of an original and unpublished story to a live audience. Brown’s presentation told the story of her experiences moving to Canada […]

Rapper Cardi B Shoots Video in Jamaica

Cardi B, the rapper known for her hit “Bodak Yellow,” arrived in Jamaica on November 2, 2017, by private jet to shoot a video for her single “Sooner” in Portland. “Sooner” is being produced by Rvssian for his label, Head Concussion Records. Cardi B is one of 2017’s most surprising success stories, with “Bodak Yellow” […]