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Published:Thursday | October 26, 2023 | 12:08 AMKrysta Anderson/Staff Reporter

The inclement weather didn’t stop this ‘frytastic’ affair from taking place on Slipe Road Tuesday morning. Since the summer, foodies have been visiting the location in droves to taste the new sensation. However, this week marked the official grand...

Published:Saturday | October 21, 2023 | 12:06 AMKrysta Anderson/Staff Reporter

Monique Solomon’s love for travel started in her early years, and as she experienced diverse cultures and thrilling adventures, her desire for more grew. With a lifelong dream of long-term travel as an adult, she turned that dream into reality over...

Published:Friday | October 20, 2023 | 12:05 AMKrysta Anderson/Staff Reporter

Anna Ledford was always a force to be reckoned with. But she found post partum challenging after she welcomed her two babies into the world and was even hit with body shaming comments following her back-to-back pregnancies. Battling depression,...

Published:Thursday | October 19, 2023 | 12:11 AMKrysta Anderson/Staff Reporter

There was much excitement to be had at the recent staging of the Port Royal Seafood Festival. When patrons weren’t having their fill of the free samples available on the grounds, they were supporting local vendors who pulled out all the stops in...

Published:Wednesday | October 18, 2023 | 12:09 AMKrysta Anderson/Staff Reporter

The first band to launch for Carnival in Jamaica 2024, Xodus, made a brave costume debut on National Heroes Day at the Ranny Williams Entertainment Centre. Feterans came out casually chic for the highly anticipated event. Gates opened at 5 p.m.,...

Published:Saturday | October 14, 2023 | 12:07 AMKrysta Anderson/Staff Reporter

There is a pure unadulterated freedom that comes with seeing the world. When Tykese Henry shared her exciting trip to Panama on social media last year, it inspired her followers to experience that same sense of liberation. They eagerly requested to...

Published:Thursday | October 12, 2023 | 12:09 AMKrysta Anderson/Staff Reporter

Kara Pessoa truly understands the importance of food in gastronomy and values the adage ‘health is wealth’. The Le Cordon Bleu, classically trained chef, is not only the face of the catering business, 2KChefs, but she also operates a staff kitchen...

Published:Wednesday | October 11, 2023 | 12:06 AMKrysta Anderson/Staff Reporter

Rea Pyne’s early experiences with menstrual health were tough, but she never imagined being diagnosed with uterine fibroids. After enduring surgery and conquering the condition, she’s eager to share how a hospital transformed her medical journey...

Published:Saturday | September 30, 2023 | 12:05 AMKrysta Anderson/Staff Reporter

Despite her decade-long career in marketing, Lackesha Pitter has always been curious about her creative side. After undergoing surgery in 2018, she decided to purchase a candle-making kit to occupy herself during the eight-week recovery period....

Published:Friday | September 29, 2023 | 12:05 AMKrysta Anderson/Staff Reporter

In 2020, Camargo Kerr made her debut in the world of style, aiming to blend her distinctive walk with the realm of exceptional fashion. Since then, this passionate style enthusiast has established herself as a celebrated thrifter and upcycler,...

Published:Thursday | September 28, 2023 | 12:08 AMKrysta Anderson/Staff Reporter

Who knew Jesse Royal was also a culinary genius? The entertainer hosted his very first cooking lesson at the Jamaica Food and Drink Kitchen on Saturday, much to the delight of the fans and foodie lovers present. “Cooking is something that is very...

Published:Thursday | September 28, 2023 | 12:07 AMKrysta Anderson/Staff Reporter

On August 24, 2023, business owner Rashede Denniston received a call that would shake him to his core. His restaurant – V.O.D.A Lounge – had experienced an electrical fire. Picking up the pieces from the extensive damage caused, the restaurant...

Published:Wednesday | September 27, 2023 | 12:09 AMKrysta Anderson/Staff Reporter

Unresolved wounds and depression have led individuals from various backgrounds, including social media influencers, entertainers, adults and even children, to tragically end their lives due to the overwhelming challenges and pressures they face....

Published:Saturday | September 23, 2023 | 12:06 AMKrysta Anderson/Staff Reporter

As a young child, Justine Harrison would go to plant shows with her mother and aunt. During those trips, she and her sister found themselves stuck with the onerous task of carrying around all purchased items. Reflecting on this memory as an adult,...

Published:Friday | September 22, 2023 | 12:05 AMKrysta Anderson/Staff Reporter

Entrepreneur Susan Smith’s experience with colourism led her to write her first children’s book, Little Black Girl. Now, she is back with a story for boys as well called Hey Black Boy. “ Hey Black Boy is about inspiring and encouraging young black...

Published:Wednesday | September 20, 2023 | 12:08 AMKrysta Anderson/Staff Reporter

Growth and self-improvement are always admirable, at any age. Javado Willis knew that things were heading down a rough path when he began taking pills for high blood pressure to get through the day. Determined to make a change, he took matters into...

Published:Tuesday | September 19, 2023 | 12:05 AMKrysta Anderson/Staff Reporter

Othniel Brissett initially joined Tinder for a good time, but found his lifetime in the beautiful eyes of Cion Robinson. Their journey began with a mutual swipe, followed by weeks of scintillating conversation, and a first date, which took an...

Published:Thursday | September 14, 2023 | 12:07 AMKrysta Anderson/Staff Reporter

Metacha Ellis recognised her true love for flavour while working at a restaurant. That experience ignited her own gastronomic dream brought to life in her home kitchen. From there, her passion for food only grew, so too did her popularity, and she...

Published:Tuesday | September 12, 2023 | 12:05 AMKrysta Anderson/Staff Reporter

It was the moment that the enamoured couple and specially invited guests had been waiting for. After years of dating, Sashoy Haughton and Brian Redmond embarked on a new chapter of happily ever after in a beautiful wedding ceremony in Connecticut....

Published:Saturday | September 9, 2023 | 12:06 AMKrysta Anderson/Staff Reporter

Every accomplishment starts with the decision to try. And as students get ready for the new school year, that is the hope for Tashika Yateman-Gardener. The educator and entrepreneur, who is looking forward to embarking upon this term with open...

Published:Thursday | September 7, 2023 | 12:07 AMKrysta Anderson/Staff Reporter

At the pivotal age of 16, a young Dennis Osbourne decided to follow in his mother’s footsteps and began baking. Not only did he fall in love with the process and presentation aspects that go into all things culinary, he was moved by the joy that...

Published:Wednesday | September 6, 2023 | 12:07 AMKrysta Anderson/Staff Reporter

Sheletia ‘Shay’ McClendon was only seven when her musician father, Delroy Gordon, mysteriously disappeared from her life. The pain from his absence was only exacerbated by the abuse she suffered at the hands of men who passed through the family...

Published:Thursday | August 31, 2023 | 12:09 AMKrysta Anderson/Staff Reporter

Georgette Blackburn has always been passionate about food. After leaving her parents’ home, she ignited a new flame the moment she stepped into her own kitchen. But she knew that she was on to something magical when her plastic containers began...

Published:Thursday | August 24, 2023 | 12:08 AMKrysta Anderson/Staff Reporter

At the age of six, Makayla McHugh already knew her way around a kitchen. Baking became her unique skill set until she began cooking as well. These days, she is on a palate-pleasing path, catering for private events while studying culinary arts at...

Published:Saturday | August 12, 2023 | 12:05 AMKrysta Anderson/Staff Reporter

Sabrina Reynolds’ first encounter with plants occurred after receiving a arrangement of cacti from her former boss as a gift on Administrative Professional Day. She was most delighted by the kind gesture, only to be disappointed soon after by its...

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