Interview With Dr. Kwame Dawes, Poet, Scholar, Novelist
Dr. Kwame Senu Neville Dawes is the Distinguished Poet in Residence, former Louis Frye Scudder Professor of Liberal Arts (University of South Carolina). He is now Professor of English at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and editor-in-chief at Prairie Schooner magazine. He was born in Ghana but grew up in Jamaica where he attended Jamaica College […]
Cayman Book for Schools
Thirty copies of the popular book, Destination Cayman Islands, which showcases the Cayman Islands, are being donated to government schools and libraries across the country. The glossy hard-back publication is a detailed look at the history, culture and economy of the Cayman Islands. It comprises insightful contributions from many of Cayman’s prominent business figures, as […]
Working on yourself
By the time high school graduation rolled around, I was sick of studying. I had spent so many hours pouring over textbooks; I decided that I never wanted to see another one when I was done with school. I surmised that my goal to become an Army Officer would totally support my desire to stay […]
My New Car – An American Retiree in Jamaica
The art of buying a car in Montego Bay is not what I was used to in the U.S.A. First of all, there aren’t any new car dealers anywhere in town. If I did want to purchase a new car, I would have to travel to Kingston, about a 4 hour one-way drive. Not wanting […]
Interview With Jamaican Chef Nigel Spence
This month we interview Jamaican Chef Nigel Spence owner of the critically acclaimed New York restaurant Ripe Kitchen and Bar. Most recently, Chef Spence appeared on Throwdown with Bobby Flay where he emerged the victor in a jerk cook off against the Food Network star as well as on WCBS when he made a special […]
When a Jamaican Man Loves a Woman – A Valentine’s Day Special
Jamaican men candidly express what it is like for them to love a woman. Damie says he agree that Valentine’s Day is not the only day to celebrate your love, but it is a reminder for us men that there is this very special person in your life. And you should take the time out […]
America is ready for a Black President
You hear it repeated often. “America is not ready for a black president.” Other times you hear that he is not “black” enough. If one were to draw a conclusion from the talk of doubters, it would be that since Barack Obama is not black and America is not ready for a black President, then […]
3 Mobile Trends to Watch in Jamaica this year
Mobile Marketing Those two words will be on the minds of marketers and ad agencies a lot more this year. Last year saw more ad agencies and smart advertisers growing to understand the value of connecting with customers anywhere, anytime, anyphone and what it can bring to the marketing mix. Over the last two years […]
Keeping History Alive
Michael Manley (Dec 10, 1924- March 06, 1977) “If a race has no history, if it has no worthwhile tradition, it becomes a negligible factor in the thought of the world, and it stands in danger of being exterminated.”….Cater Woodson…(founder of Black History Week which later became a month.) By not keeping our history alive, […]
Saint Lucia Jazz Festival
The St. Lucia Jazz Festival is an annual internationally-known event which takes place on the Caribbean island of Saint Lucia. The event brings together international as well as local musicians. The jazz festival not only features jazz music but also R&B and Calypso. History The first St. Lucia Jazz Festival was held in 1991 as […]