It’s no secret. Jamaica is known for its rich cuisine which incorporates seasonings and spices that all contribute to a mouth-watering experience. However when we talk about Jamaican food, the first few items that usually come to mind are jerk chicken and jerk pork. Truth is, while our jerked meals are everything people say they […]
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 […]
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 […]
Every child born to Jamaican parents has experiences which make them wonder if they all grew up in the same household. There are certain characteristics that make being raised in a Jamaican-ruled household unique, especially where reprimanding children is concerned. Here are some popular patois proverbs (and their meanings) used by every Jamaican parent. 1. Who […]
In Jamaica, public transportation is more than just a way of getting around… it’s an experience. Like many areas worldwide, the system offers commuters the options of traveling via buses, whether government owned or private, or regular route taxis. There are also the robots. Now, these are not to be confused with the novel autonomous robotaxis […]
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