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...
At any given bar sits two types of drinkers: the ones who partake in the spirits to forget the world around them and the significant set who indulge to remember those distinctively sweet notes of flavour. As a firm believer of the latter, Matthieu...
Tasha-Kaye Myers has always known that she was a foodie. Although she has a degree in nursing, her passion for business led to a tasty discovery. This delicious detour into the world of culinary arts marked the start of a new venture: Brew Box Café...
Suzette Sutherland first laid eyes on Handasyde Ellington in 2017 during a test for a job. Captivated by his looks, she went home thinking about this handsome stranger. When their paths crossed again in 2018 at work, she joked with her best friend...
Growing up in rural Clarendon, Kemisha Anderson recalls getting lost between the pages, escaping into the wonderful words of adventure. With books becoming her greatest companion, it came as no surprise when she followed her lifelong dream of...
They say the human body is designed for movement. But that struggle becomes all too real when facing the dark side of a nine to five. For a creative like Yannick Reid, whose hours go even longer, he found that life growing too sedentary for comfort...
Playing the legendary Marcia Griffiths onscreen, singer Naomi Cowan brought all things glitz and glam to the premieres of Bob Marley: One Love. Typically adorned in timeless, eclectic, truly feminine, purposeful and brave fashion, Cowan believed...
The moment Jodi-Kaye Kelly enrolled in college to pursue her degree in guidance and counselling, she began hearing about a ‘Ray’ character around campus. Everyone had good stories to share: some featured him as a comedian and others highlighted his...
It is said that vulnerability sounds like truth and feels like courage. When Jamila Pinto was faced with one of the most traumatic experiences of her life, she found eye-opening and life-changing purpose in journalling. Tapping into that...
The iconic Devon House is slowly but surely becoming a Mecca for authentic flavour. And while there are many options to choose from, perched around the corner of the main entrance is a new hotspot that restores the way we see healthy to tasty...
On Valentine’s Day globally, lovers celebrate with sentimental gifts and romantic rendezvous. Today, Lifestyle explores how engaging in various activities during the love season can enhance the celebration. According to licensed associate...
