David Hinds, Sister Carol To Be Feted at Rasta Banquet Marking 85th Anniversary of Coronation of Haile Selassie I
Two of reggae music’s most devout proponents will be lauded by Diaspora African Rastafari Congress (DARC) on Nov. 8 when the inaugural Ethiophile banquet hosts a banquet commemorating the crowning of Ethiopian Emperor Haile Selassie I. David Hinds lead singer of British reggae band Steel Pulse and avowed Mother Culture, Sister Carol are slated to […]
Third World, Barrington Levy & More for the Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival
Among the many can’t-afford-to-miss features at the Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival, the sizzling entertainment on the Main Stage is undoubtedly high on the list. Each year, Festival Director Abdul Mushin scouts the best talents to ensure patrons leave satisfied, but still wanting more. The 14th annual event on November 8 at Markham Park in Sunrise […]
Reggae Crab Fest, November 21, 2015, Hollywood
If you are a true crab lover then the place to be is the Reggae Crab Fest on November 21, 2015 between 2:00 pm and 9:00pm at the Pavilion behind Holy Sacrament Church in Hollywood. The crabfest features a variety of crabs from the ever popular blue crab to the delicate red crab. Unbelievably creative […]
Jamaica Welcomes Daily Nonstop Service From Houston (Hobby) to Montego Bay
Visitors from Houston now have easier access to Jamaica as on November 1 Southwest Airlines® began operating daily nonstop service between Houston’s Hobby International Airport (HOU) and Jamaica’s Sangster International Airport (MBJ) in Montego Bay. “The new service is a testament to the strong partnership with Southwest Airlines aimed at attracting visitors from Houston and […]
Songstress Abby Dallas Closing 2015 by Blazing Airwaves, Upcoming “Women in Reggae” Magazine Feature and Slated Performances
It has been a whirlwind couple of months since multi-talented recording artiste Abby Dallas released her debut EP, “Destined.” Destined, which boasts 6 songs that display the songbird’s range and versatility, has been blazing the airwaves locally and abroad and has garnered tremendous positive feedback and attention from fans and the media. Abby has been […]
Sheriff in South Carolina Criticized for Black-Face Bob Marley Halloween Costume
Melanie Thornburg, a sheriff captain in Gaston, South Carolina, has received strong criticism for her choice of Halloween costume, Thornburg dressed up as Jamaica reggae legend Bob Marley, donning a dreadlock wig, T-shirt with a marijuana leaf printed on it, and black paint for her face. Thornburg said she meant no disrespect and apologized for […]
Dressed for Jamaican Court.. but an apology… oh no!
QUESTION: Dear Legal Wiz, I went to a lower Jamaican Court straight from the airport and only to be told I cant go inside because of what I was wearing – a short skirt and good clothes outside of that. The police didnt even want me to enter the compound, but my lawyer came and […]
Epic Throwdowns & Culinary Artistry at Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival
From the lovers of rustic flavors to those with a more sophisticated palate, there’s something culinarily spectacular for everyone at the 14th annual Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival on Sunday, November 8, at Markham Park, Sunrise. At the very core of this celebration of fun, family and fellowship is the world-renowned Jerk with all its spice […]
JamaicanEats magazine – Travel to the islands in the pages of JamaicanEats
Brimming with the flavours of the Caribbean, you can almost taste the curry in the pumpkin coconut stew on page 32 and the Red Stripe in Helena Josephs’ beer mango jerk chicken on page 33 of the November 2015 issue of JamaicanEats magazine. Then, as if that’s not enough, you’ll find your mouth watering for […]
“I love Jamaicans because they’re open-minded!!!! ” – SMILE JAMAICA PHOTOS
Our feature “Smile Jamaica” highlights some positives about Jamaica and Jamaicans. We asked the question “what is the one thing you love about Jamaicans?” at the South Florida Jerk Festival. – Photo by X. Murphy “I love Jamaicans because they’re open-minded.” The “Smile Jamaica” series is open to anyone who loves Jamaica and/or Jamaicans. […]