Fitness is not a sprint. That’s the common refrain David Bailey uses while motivating his clients to achieve their best body and mindset for wellness. “I like to keep my clients motivated in numerous ways, like giving workout challenges with...
When love walks into your life, there’s no turning back. It was 12 years ago, during a conversation, that one friend turned to another and said he had a girl for him. Orville McKenzie, the recipient of this good news, never took the blind set-up...
Summer might be over but Chef Jemar Lyons is still bringing the heat into the kitchen. His introduction to the culinary arts took a unique journey from the call centre to all things flavour. Feeding his passion, he sizzled on to the scene and rose...
Social media continues to be the winning combination unlocking love for couples long before the emergence of the global pandemic. Rochele Spencer and Dale Gayle first connected via Facebook over a decade ago, before meeting face-to-face a year...
If a mom gets the best seat to the greatest show in town watching her children grow, then consider Kimone Brown one lucky mother because her son, Amir Nembhard, is the star of his household. His recent shining moment, caught on candid camera,...
You can go just about anywhere in the world and find a Jamaican. But when you find a fellow Jamaican putting our food and culture on the map, now that calls for a celebration. Venice Thomas Simpson, who resides in Alaska, knew she was on to...
You’re one decision away from living your best life. But don’t take my word for it; just ask Elizabeth Taylor. After her health began deteriorating quickly, this celebrity makeup and hair artist was left with no choice but to fix her mental and...
Some spend an entire lifetime searching for their one true love. That was not the case for Brianna Ragbeer and Romane Cameron, whose paths crossed in primary school. As fate would have it, the pair matriculated to the next level together, becoming...
The man, the myth, the jerk seasoning legend, Winston Stona, refined and redefined the way others saw Jamaican flavours and sauces, introducing the international brand of luxury, better known as Busha Browne’s, for many to savour. Going above and...
They say parting is such sweet sorrow because sometimes it takes saying goodbye to bring about an unexpected hello. On Tuesday, July 15, 2013, Moya Henry’s friends invited her to a going-away party of their friend, O’Shane Davidson, who had made...
When I say rum, you say please. Rum? Please excuse me while I try to contain the excitement of basking in the sugary bliss of spirits. Tuesday was international rum day, and in honour of the special occasion, Worthy Park Estate invited members of...
True love was certainly an endless phone call for Samantha Stewart and Jervon Blake. The pair were mere strangers at the time when they first laid eyes on each other via video, just days before Christmas in 2020. It was there that they learned that...
On November 15, 2018, Dwayne Jacobs thought it would be a typical day at work. That was until Safari Anderson entered the room that afternoon. “She was beautiful, had a great smile and captivating eyes that made my heart skip a beat each time she...
“What are you waiting on?” was the question that Asha Atkinson’s sister asked her as the two sat down in the kitchen. The food lover had taken up the culinary hobby, but at a crossroads in career options, Atkinson baked her way into becoming the...
Cybria Henry was always one to be eloquent in speech and confident in body. But when her weight got out of proportion, she began a new journey that would transform her life forever. Thanks to the winning combination of hard work, effort and...
First comes like, then comes love. At least that’s the case for Princess Morgan and Michael Warren. Long before social media ruled the dating scene, Princess and Michael made a connection via Facebook. According to Michael, Princess made the first...
There is no greater feeling than lounging around with refreshingly sweet aromas wafting in the crisp air following a long day or an even longer week. You can unwind from the chaos, stress and fatigue with one strike of a match. “Candles are...
They say you’re one workout away from a better mood. Now, can you imagine if a hula hoop is thrown into that active mix? Instructor Melissa Bloomfield realised that she was on to something special when she decided to bring a youthful exuberance to...
Timing was everything for Kimeika Fairclough and Sean Burgess, who first met as neighbours living in Gordon Town, St Andrew, back in 2006. Casual glances and thought-provoking conversations led to a crush, which soon grew into something more. Break...
The largest festival in the Caribbean, Reggae Sumfest, is finally here. And as we get down to the final two events, we’ve got you covered with an essential weekend guide. We also spoke with influencer Shacqueal Witter to give you the most chic...
Chef Rushawn Lindo has always known his way around the kitchen. When he wasn’t busy indulging in dishes like pork and boiled dumplings, courtesy of his great grandmother’s cooking, he was honing his skills in the kitchen and the classroom. Although...
Anyone can catch your eye, but it takes a special someone to catch your heart. When Omar Vanzie first laid eyes on Nichelle Fiddler at a party, he was sure of one thing: he wanted her. But they were nothing but strangers at the time. With patience...
Reggae Sumfest is poised to become one of the biggest event comebacks Jamaica has ever seen. And already, the dedicated team is gearing up to bring the spice on and off the stage. For this year, it is Jamaican jerk that will ‘Grace’ the main event’...
It was all fun and games for Monique Francis, who met the love of her life while visiting the office of the National Insurance Scheme (NIS) in Spanish Town. While she was the one who made the first move, it was Tommy James who secured their love...
Simone Myrie Dawson is a mother, wife, registered nurse and author. While she prides herself in being the ultimate superwoman, stress crept into her life, particularly during the pandemic, and she found herself riddled with acne. She began...
