Last month, we brought you the best Jamaican food spots in Prince Edward Island, and this time we’re turning our attention to Jamaican Manitoba! While Winnipeg may not be home to a massive Caribbean population, you can still find some amazing Jamaican flavors throughout the city. From jerk chicken to oxtail, the island’s influence is […]
There’s something deeply nostalgic about this strictly Jamaican dish—Dutty Gyal Pasta, made with Grace Hot and Spicy Tin Mackerel in Tomato Sauce. It’s the kind of meal that brings you back to childhood afternoons after school, sitting in front of the TV, watching the 2pm cartoon segment, and smelling this rich, savory dish wafting from […]
Jamaican Tun Cornmeal, also known as ” Turn Cornmeal ,” is a classic, hearty dish enjoyed by Jamaicans as a flavorful, filling meal. This one-pot dish is made from cornmeal that’s slowly cooked in seasoned coconut milk and simmered with flavorful herbs and spices. Often served as a side, it can also be enjoyed on […]
Jamaicans have a knack for renaming things, we call them nicknames. It’s a fun cultural quirk, where serious things are often made into a joke—and the new names somehow stick! We even have nicknames for food! Many of these nicknames seem random at first, but once you get the context, they make perfect sense. Take […]
Jamaica’s Kimesha Walters, CEO of Oasis Integrated Communications, has won the prestigious Women Empowerment Awards, Mantella Corporation, BIPOC Entrepreneur Grant Award, which includes CA $10,000 to support the growth of her business. The Canada-wide Award recognizes successful Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour (BIPOC) business leaders who have overcome great challenges, breaking through roadblocks to […]
When it comes to Jamaican music, deciding who the best Jamaican artists of all time are it’s like choosing between cow foot and oxtail—there’s no wrong answer, but everyone’s got a strong opinion. Reggae and dancehall legends have shaped global music, and ranking them might be impossible. Instead, let’s do something more fun: compare them […]
Rain in Jamaica wasn’t an inconvenience—they were a test of creativity. When the Jamaican weather took that turn in the afternoons, and school was out, you had to think fast. From makeshift shelters to just braving the downpour, escaping the rain was practically a rite of passage. As soon as those first drops hit, the […]
September is Youth Month in Jamaica, a time to celebrate the energy, creativity, and resilience of the nation’s youth. This month, we recognize the exceptional young Jamaicans who are not only dreaming of a better future but actively creating it. From technology to environmental activism and mental health advocacy, these individuals are making a real […]
Just a few days ago, on September 7th, we celebrated the birthday of a true Jamaican icon, Miss Lou (Louise Bennett-Coverley). But even though her special day has passed, her impact on our culture is still felt in so many ways. Miss Lou wasn’t just a poet or performer—she was a cultural preservationist, making sure […]
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