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10 NON-JAMAICAN CARIBBEAN DISHES YOU MUST TRY

The Caribbean boasts diverse and flavorful cuisine blending Indigenous, African, European, Indian, and Chinese influences. Must-try dishes include Trinidad’s doubles, Barbados’s corn pie, Grenada’s oil down, Dominican Republic’s majarete, Puerto Rico’s bacalaito, and more. This rich culinary tapestry reflects the region’s history and cultural fusion, making it a mecca for food lovers.
DEBUNKING FOUR MYTHS ABOUT JAMAICA AND JAMAICANS

Jamaica often gets a bad rap. “Arrogance”, “womanizing”, and “poverty” are frequently thrown at us. If you visited Jamaica though and/or did some proper research, it would be clear that these are just misconceptions and that they cannot be applied to all and perhaps not even the majority of Jamaicans.
IS GUYANA REALLY A CARIBBEAN COUNTRY? THIS JAMAICAN’S PERSPECTIVE

The debate over whether Guyana is truly Caribbean sparked controversy when a Jamaican comedian dismissed its inclusion. Despite being geographically in South America, Guyana shares a history of colonization, cultural ties, and political alliances with the Caribbean. While some question its Caribbean identity, the majority of Guyanese strongly identify with the region.
Caribbean Wisdom to Start the New Year Right

Caribbean proverbs carry timeless wisdom that transcends generations. They offer valuable guidance for various aspects of life, from financial management to faith, relationships, character development, material possessions, and health. Embracing these proverbs can illuminate your path in 2024, reminding you to live prudently, foster meaningful relationships, and prioritize personal growth and well-being.
Ghana in Jamaican Architecture

Maybe we are not Ashanti. Maybe our ancestors were from Nigeria and elsewhere, not Ghana. The origins of the enslaved people who were the ancestors of most Black Jamaicans are sometimes debated. Some Africans tell me I can’t be so sure we have Ashanti or Akan ancestry since slave ports in Ghana were a gateway…
FIVE CARIBBEAN VISUAL ARTISTS YOU SHOULD KNOW

Post-impressionism, surrealism, cubism, expressionism? What do these have to do with the Caribbean? Well, you may be surprised to learn that Caribbean artists have often expressed local scenes, themes, and cultural manifestations through a variety of international art genres originating in, among others, Europe, Africa, and North America. Make no mistake, however, Caribbean art has…