The Jamaica Pegasus hotel was a little sweeter over the weekend as attendees feasted their eyes on the gateau mastery placed before them. Celebrating the year of new beginnings, the Sweetart Bake Expo ‘eight’ for the grand occasion, leaving no...
Dedication, determination, inspiration and love. Behind many success stories are mothers who sacrifice everything to make their little ones’ dreams a reality. There’s no denying the power, beauty, and heroism of a mother’s love. To honour their...
If Owen Pryce didn’t believe in destiny beforehand, he certainly did the moment he crossed paths with the angelic beauty better known as Dannieth Powell. He explained that God played a pivotal role in their union, adding that he was more than happy...
When you think about sprucing up your home, areas like the living room, kitchen and bedroom usually come to mind. But what about the lavatory? The restroom, as the name suggests, is a sanctuary for relaxation. Functioning as a powder room for the...
Specially invited guests were in a celebratory mood last week for the official launch of Spur Tree Spices’ new product lines, when they received an unexpected visitor during the official proceedings. Eyes glared as the room shook to alarming...
On Valentine’s Day, the day that was designed to celebrate love, Odette Nelson came face-to-face with tragic circumstances. She describes the details of that devastating day that later led to her diagnosis of ischaemic heart disease. “I was at...
Daniela Blake was on Facebook minding her own business when one day, she received a friend request from a handsome stranger. She didn’t click ‘accept’ right away. Instead, she chose to do so on Sunday, March 28, 2021, and was met with an instant...
There was an air of regal beauty and elevated grandeur in the Rocksteady Ballroom of the AC Hotel as mesmerising couture rocked the runway for the highly anticipated event, Spring into Fashion. Hosted by The Canadian Women’s Club of Jamaica, the...
It is true when they say one can never get enough of being in the great outdoors, especially when you’re reconnecting with nature in Jamaica. Basking in the bliss of the island sun while enjoying the fresh air is breathtaking enough, what happens...
Circa 2012, Chadrick Cooke’s company was conducting a motivational exercise when he saw a fresh face gracing another team. Entranced by her radiant beauty, the newcomer introduced herself to everyone as Meisha Reid. Taking a moment to admire her...
When flavour enters the chat, there is one place that remains synonymous with natural spices and authentic flavour and it’s Portland. Since calling the parish his home in 2006, Chef Bobby Walker has dedicated over three decades to the culinary...
As a seasoned athlete, Carlington Sinclair went from playing football to doing field events like javelin, shot put and discus at the championship level. After receiving a scholarship to attend the University for Technology (UTech), he studied...
Say what you will about dating apps, but the undeniable proof lies in the love story of Matthew Ferguson and Annique Hamilton. On February 28, the happy couple exchanged vows, basking in matrimonial bliss, laughter and unity. Who knew that when...
Familiar with the concept of locals visiting the United States, Canada and United Kingdom, Onya Tinglin decided to set her sights on exploring other cultures in her late 20s. The intrigue of this new discovery resulted in the birth of her new...
With the words, “Yuh a di rice, we a di peas” running across the beautiful structure of the new Island Grill in Spanish Town, you could already tell that specially invited guests were in for a delightful treat beyond the restaurant doors. Once the...
When Jonoy Craddock rode his bicycle by Georgette Henriques’ house, little did he know that he would be riding his way into her heart. Georgette, who was 15 years old at the time, recalled her friend, who knew Jonoy from basic school, requesting to...
With this soca season comes a host of fêtes leading up to the big showdown on Carnival Sunday. One of the events that ignited soca appetites, leaving attendees satisfied from start to finish, was Illuminate. The designated shuttle buses, which...
When you hear the term ‘papi chulo’, pimp/cute daddy or father is usually the translation that follows suit. Likewise, in the culinary world, Papi Chulo is looking to be the godfather of inspiring Mexican flavour, with a local twist, in the Garden...
Carnival in Jamaica is officially four days away and revellers are already lining up by the numbers to make memories. While you’re busy feting and enjoying the soca beats, it’s important not to neglect your wellness. Today, Dr Mario Guthrie shares...
Growing up in an Asian household, Fanny Chan was always surrounded by plants. But she was a far way from having a natural green thumb. Through trials and errors, patience and determination, Chan was able to lean on those learning experiences and...
Inspiring inclusion for Women’s History Month, Sugarbuzz Desserts’ Suelan Chung-Evans enlisted an elite all-female cast to create a display of opulent artistry and cake mastery for the first-ever staging of black tie event, A Taste of Art: the...
With the grand staging of Carnival in Jamaica less than two weeks away, socaphiles are gearing up for a tour which promises to whet ‘wining’ appetites and have everyone begging for more. If you’re looking to get in some last-minute cardio and learn...
Imagine having gastronomic access to not one, not two but three of your favourite food brands, all under one roof. The grand opening of the Mother’s Café at the University Hospital of the West Indies (UHWI) in Kingston introduces the ultimate taste...
As an advocate for awareness, detection, treatment and change, Shauna Fuller Clarke was honoured to receive the Flair Distinguished Award last year for leading the charge in endometriosis with B.A.S.E Foundation. But in the midst of that...
After tapping into the beauty scene two years ago, photographer and entrepreneur Orville Spence is now looking to shift the narrative and start new creative conversations with his company, Wasomi Beauty Talent and Modelling Agency. His motivation...
