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Stories by Krysta Anderson /Gleaner Writer

Published:Thursday | March 4, 2021 | 12:11 AMKrysta Anderson /Gleaner Writer

Comforting chilli; chocolate chip cookies, fresh from the oven; and warm fudge brownie. What do all three have in common? For Amisony Treats Ja, they’re all vegan. “The chocolate chip cookies and fudge brownies are soft, decadent, and gooey. You...

Published:Thursday | October 8, 2020 | 12:07 AMKrysta Anderson /Gleaner Writer

Roman playwright Plautus once declared, “Spice a dish with love and it pleases every palate.” Looking to spice up the freshly prepared meals in your kitchen is Nick’s Seasoning. Nicholas Owen, owner and creator of Nick’s Season, shares more about...

Published:Thursday | September 17, 2020 | 12:08 AMKrysta Anderson /Gleaner Writer

They say life is better with ice cream. Wouldn’t you agree? Serving up scoops of happiness for you to enjoy one lick or spoon at a time is That’s Cold Ice Cream. The dream started with a gift. Owner Shanique Bethune explained further. “A friend of...

Published:Friday | July 3, 2020 | 12:00 AMKrysta Anderson /Gleaner Writer

Brand communication extraordinaire and entertainment lover at heart, she channels the two daily as she drives entertainment policy. A Super talented fashion designer, specifically for the full-figured woman, she turns heads as a body-positive...

Published:Thursday | July 2, 2020 | 12:00 AMKrysta Anderson /Gleaner Writer

French Chef Alexis Soyer once said, “Sauces in cookery are like the first rudiments of grammar – the foundation of all languages.” Channelling that same delicious energy into his dishes is local chef and caterer Damion Haynes. The owner of Inferno...

Published:Thursday | June 4, 2020 | 12:29 AMKrysta Anderson /Gleaner Writer

There’s something quite refreshing and exhilarating about discovering your purpose while engaging in the pursuit of passion. Not a believer? Ask Annalise Powell. The young entrepreneur used baking as a coping mechanism and found the culinary art...

Published:Thursday | June 4, 2020 | 12:00 AMKrysta Anderson /Gleaner Writer

The world is slowly but surely opening its doors, but the hottest and safest mode of entertainment is in the virtual realm. Lighting up the dance floor and teaching her signature repertoire is dance teacher and choreographer Christina Gonzalez. No...

Published:Sunday | May 17, 2020 | 8:46 AMKrysta Anderson /Gleaner Writer

Mother’s Day is usually the perfect time to bask in the merriment of brunch or indulge in the delights of dinner. The Jamaica Pegasus hotel understands this gastronomic plight and is here to your rescue. The hotel’s executive chef, Mark Cole,...

Published:Thursday | March 5, 2020 | 12:00 AMKrysta Anderson /Gleaner Writer

The dynamic duo who teased their way into our hearts a few weeks ago were back for the main event at Jamaica Rum Festival 2020. Appleton Estate Senior Blender David Morrison hosted a spirited ruminar alongside the trusted award-winning bartender...

Published:Thursday | March 5, 2020 | 12:00 AMKrysta Anderson /Gleaner Writer

Fresh catch scrumptiously prepared by culinary masterminds whose overt mission is to satisfy as you savour. That was the flavour at the recent staging of B and D Trawling Pop up Kitchen. To celebrate the arrival of the season of Lent, the...

Published:Thursday | February 6, 2020 | 12:11 AMKrysta Anderson /Gleaner Writer

For many, the year started on a high. Let’s ride that train one-way to the kitchen. Piquing palates by telling a unique story of herbs, spices and flavour to a hungry man is no easy mission. And with taste evolving over the last couple of years,...

Published:Thursday | July 18, 2019 | 12:00 AMKrysta Anderson /Gleaner Writer

While some categorise baking as a ‘girlish’ hobby, one young entrepreneur has made a thriving career out of bringing her passion for pastry to a delightful reality. This week on Sweet Treat Street, our adventurous drive makes a stop of sugary...

Published:Thursday | May 2, 2019 | 12:00 AMKrysta Anderson /Gleaner Writer

The festive season of Cinco de Mayo is almost here, and already Chilitos has major plans to wow your taste buds with gastronomic delight. According to managing director of Chilitos JaMexican Food, Christopher Boxe, every year, Cinco de Mayo...

Published:Thursday | April 18, 2019 | 12:00 AMKrysta Anderson /Gleaner Writer

“Hot cross buns, hot cross buns. One a penny, two a penny.” We’ve come a long way from that pricing. But hot cross buns just got sweeter with slices of Easter, courtesy of Honey Bun. Yes, you read right. Putting a little love in every bite, the...

Published:Wednesday | May 30, 2018 | 12:00 AMKrysta Anderson /Gleaner Writer

Ole' Pirates, KFC meals, jungles, towering castles and mansions alike - all in the form of cake! Dessert lovers and cake decor enthusiasts were exposed to artistic sweetness at one of the highly anticipated foodie events.of the season, Sweet Art...

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