Jamaica is famous for its rich, melting pot of scrumptious, delightful, top-of-the-line dishes. From oxtails to fried-boiled dumplings, escovitch fish to roast breadfruit, there is always a bite with your name on it. When we’re on the go and don’t have the time to cook, there are some foods we’re quick to turn to that […]
Attending high school in Jamaica is as fun as it is challenging. Although each instituition has their own unique culture, there are some experiences that all Jamaican high schoool students can relate to. Here are 6 things every Jamaican high schooler can identify with: 1. Gathering for devotions/general assemblyGeneral devotion/general assembly is a must at […]
By now the world has heard that some USD $12.8 million has been stolen from an account that Jamaican sprint legend Usain Bolt had at local investment firm Stocks and Securities Limited (SSL). Investigations are still ongoing and new details are yet to come. But eversince the news broke earlier in January, there are a […]
A core childhood memory for many Jamaicans is gathering around as family members rummage through barrels that were shipped by loved ones living overseas, usually just in time for Christmas. The joy of receiving packages from ‘foreign’ trailed us into adulthood which leaves us with one admission, as Jamaicans, we love tings. While we are […]
Growing up in Jamaica, we were often told that every plant or ‘bush’ has medicinal properties – even if we aren’t aware of them. Well this theory coupled with a lack of access to medical services in many parts of our beautiful country, caused our elders to find cures in natural plants and herbs which […]
Let’s set the record straight. Jamaicans are never the first persons to apologize and ask for forgiveness – even when there is enough evidence to demonstrate that they’ve done wrong. It’s a Jamaican ting. You might have a chance to squeeze a confession from a Jamaican but don’t hold your breath on remorse. And we’re […]
Sweet, spicy and packed with flavour. These are some appropriate adjectives for traditional Jamaican desserts. In more traditional homes, desserts are made from scratch and often include authentic, home-grown spices and fruits. To the delight of the children and grandchildren, the desserts are usually prepared by older members of the family – grandma, mom, dad […]
Jamaicans are undefeated innovators in the field of natural medicine and home remedies. They’ll always identify a home-grown ‘bush’ to treat the symptoms of viral infections. On the other end of the spectrum, trained medical doctors will caution our use of home remedies because there is often little knowledge about the possible side effects of […]
Perhaps every culture has special names to refer to children. That’s not hard to believe. But the special, sometimes embarrasing, often affectionate names Jamaicans give kids? Those are unique in every single way. Some of these references are meant to show affection and those ones have a dual purpose – to shower the kids with […]
We can accept that the dreadlock hairstyle is synonymous with Jamaica. That’s why many non-Jamaicans automatically assume that a person sporting the hairstyle is a Jamaican, of the Rastafari faith or has some connections to Jamaica. Born out of practices of the Masai tribesmen of Kenya and popularised by Rastas, the dreadlock hairstyle has been […]
Some things in life they say, yuh affi bawn wid it (you have to be born with it) and Jamaicans like to think that their nationality automatically makes them good at certain things. Here are 5 things Jamaicans think they are naturally good at: 1. Entertaining Guests Fi real, real! Jamaicans are the best hosts […]
Jamaica is a superstitious nation. I know, I know. That’s quite a sweeping statement but hear me out! There are some tales you grow up hearing that, though often bizarre, somehow get registered in your subconscious and before you know it, you find yourself repeating them… believing even. Here are some myths that the Jamaican […]
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