Food at Wedding in Kentucky Leads Jamaican to Open His Town’s Only Caribbean Restaurant
Jamaican Dwayne Whyte and his wife Shanetha own and operate Jamaican Yard Vibes, the only Caribbean restaurant in Owensboro, Kentucky. The carry-out restaurant is committed to giving Owensboro a true Jamaican culture experience with its menu of traditional and flavorful island dishes. Whyte says he loves seeing people enjoying the food offered at Jamaican Yard […]
Jamaica Welcomes Inaugural Arajet Flight from the Dominican Republic
Jamaica has welcomed the inaugural flight from Santo Domingo (SDQ) and Kingston (KIN) by the Dominican Republic’s new flagship airline, Arajet, on Monday, November 14. The occasion marks the start of twice weekly non-stop service (Mondays and Fridays) from the low-fare airline. “We are delighted that Arajet’s inaugural flight from Santo Domingo to Kingston has […]
Secrets of Surinamese Headscarves Revealed in Upcoming Cultural Presentation at Island SPACE Caribbean Museum
On Saturday, November 26, in recognition of Suriname’s 47th celebration of independence the day before, Island SPACE will host a cultural talk presented by Dr. Roxanne Valies, a daughter of the former Dutch Guiana. During “Secrets of the Surinamese Headscarves,” attendees will learn about the fascinating traditions behind the fabrics and methods used to convey […]