9 Funny Jamaican Body Part Names
If you are a foreigner to the island, you may have fallen victim of “trying to speak like the Jamaicans do”. Though English is our official language we often resort to speaking Jamaican Patois and take delight in listening to non-natives trying to speak like we do. So perhaps you have been around us long […]
5 Things Jamaican Partner (Pardner) Draw Teaches You
The Partner System is a popular saving partnership between a group of people. It is a very common practice in the Caribbean, especially among low-income earners and in other countries where Afro-Caribbean communities may be found. One individual is entrusted with managing the money and is called “the banker”. The other members – “the partners” […]
6 Ways Technology has Brought Jamaican Patois to the brink of an official language
Jamaican Patois for many years have been an oral language with just a few written book. Miss Lou and other culturalists/performers brought patois to the limelight in Jamaican but the technology has taken it to the world. The use of patois online exploded when Jamaicans.com started the first online Jamaican Chat Forum over 20 years ago […]
My Lived Experience as a Caribbean American In The USA – We are not “Others”
I attended the University of Miami for my final 2 years of Undergrad (98-00) and also for my MBA (01-03) after taking a year off to play football in Jamaica for Real Mona FC. I was a member of OJU – Organization for Jamaican Unity – and CSA – Caribbean Students Association. The UBS – […]
5 Things that Annoy First-Generation Jamaican-Americans
Moving to a new country, learning their customs, and keeping your culture alive is tough. As a first-generation Jamaican-American, I have watched my family adjust to living in the United States. They have taught me a lot about Jamaica and tried to pass their traditions on to me. I love my Jamaican and American heritage […]
New York Times Features Jamaican Christmas Traditions
The New York Times newspaper has published a feature story on Jamaican Christmas traditions. The focus is on the Craig family, which has traditionally gathered together at Hazel Craig’s Long Island festively decorated home during the holidays to dine on Jamaican fare like curried goat and callaloo. Hazel brought up her nine children – her […]
Top 7 Must Eat Jamaican Candies. Have You Eaten Them All?
For people of other cultures, candy denotes bite-sized sweets that come nicely packaged. This form of sweet can be eaten all day, every day and if we’re not careful, promotes tooth decay. Desserts, on the other hand, are usually eaten after a meal. There are certain ‘sweet treats’ that are loved by Jamaicans, old and […]
9 Famous Jamaicans To Do Your School Project On
There are so many inspiring Jamaicans whose contribution to the country is more than deserving of mention. In sports, the arts, culture, and economic development, they have helped to spread the name and influence of our little island and are part of why we can all be proud Jamaicans. Take a look at these nine […]
6 Phrases Jamaican Men Say When They’re Really Into You
Jamaican men are like most around the world. They have a hard time expressing their feelings and many use Jamaican “man speak” to express themselves. In their raw state, these phrases don’t go over well, but we’re giving you some insight. Here are 6 Phrases Jamaican Men Say When They’re Really Into You. 1.”Yuh have […]
Is Jamaica Shunning Patois for Spanish?
The plans of Jamaica’s Prime Minister Andrew Holness to make Spanish the official second language of the country have come under fire from critics who wonder if this marks a turning away from the recognition and use of Patois. Particularly problematic were statements made by Holness stating that Jamaica and Spain “have enjoyed a successful, […]
