As a child growing up in Jamaica, I often heard it said, by my parents and family friends: “memba whe yu cum fram”. To this day, I continue to retain the deep social awareness and strong sense of identity which that grassroots Jamaican philosophy fed in me. As a father, I naturall...
JAMAICAN FOOD (PATOIS/PATWA STYLE) Some sey banana Ah plantain still Same family Inna bungle Wi belly it fill Yellow peel And slice Fry inna … Poem: The masterpiece by Jawansa Graham Not rated yetEven when they procrastinate, the work of art is with one and is a beautiful thing to ...
view a public invitation to observe the ceremony also as an invitation to attend the reception, which includes lots of food and a large supply of rum and other beverages. In the United States, however, the ceremony and reception are kept within a small circle of close friends and relatives....
I had some Caribbean-tinged soul food in Harlem, but none of that prepared me for how much I would enjoy making my own coco bread. I can't stop savoring its pillowy texture and buttery flavor. Other than sandwiches and snacking, coco bread is perfect for sopping up...
Fast food does not create fast athletes. Slow food does. And it is our 'barefoot' language that is propelling us to achieve in every single arena... ... Respect One of the "nuff things" I would like to see "gwaan" is our giving new respect to our mother tongue. Jamaican should...
Experience a piece of Jamaica with authentic local food. We believe that food is made for sharing and all the dishes we offer, from Jamaican Jerk Chicken to Fried Dumplings, are created with the same authentic, quality ingredients that are used by our mother and grandmothers in Jamaica. We ...