To say I’m sore would be a huge understatement. From my legs up to the oddest points in my back are in pain. Even my wrists and left pointy finger hurt. The culprit? Capoeira I’ve been lucky enough to see capoeiristas honing their craft all over the world. Their powerful and fluid movements, hypnotic music and crisp […]
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Rebel Salute 2012
What started as a concert celebration of Tony Rebel’s birthday has grown into a roots reggae show with the following objectives: To showcase authentic Jamaican culture through music, art, fashion and food. To promote community tourism and encourage social and environmental responsibility. To provide a platform for artists to champion their causes. To expose “Saluters” […]
Jamaica Fire Water
Sprinkled across the island are several mineral springs and baths said to naturally cure all types of ailments from a cold to things more crippling and debilitating. I first learned about Fire Water in Runaway Bay from a Youtube video from Real ThreeStar. He was laying in a pool of water with a small portion […]
Chilitos: Jamaican + Mexican Deliciousness
I took a break from rice and peas and patties for something a little different. Chilitos, a Jamexican (Jamaican – Mexican fusion) restaurant has been on my radar for some time, from personal recommendation, blog write ups and Kartel took one of the Teacha’s Pet contestants there for a date (don’t judge me for watching :-/). I […]
What I’m Doing in Jamaica
My time in in JA isn’t just one big vacation. I’m still working…on several projects (a girl’s gotta eat), but taking every opportunity to explore and learn more about the island and its people. There’s so much to see and do in Jamaica and I’m not just talking beaches, jerk chicken and rum punch either (though […]