Traveling is one of my favorite things to do, although I don't get to do it as often as I'd like, visual treats offer a sweet escape of the mind when I can't physically get to the beautiful scenery of the islands. Uncommon Caribbean is a travel blog I recently found and have been an avid fan ever since. Out are the traditional views of the Caribbean, as brothers Steve and … [Read more...] about Web Wednesday: Uncommon Caribbean
Africa Fashion Week New York
I’ve been blogging and tweeting a lot about Africa Fashion Week New York, and let me tell you the designers did not disappoint! I was only able to attend the second day, but the plethora of designers gave a great taste of modern African fashion. From elegant evening gowns to over the top one of a kind pieces, the range of talent and creativity varied. My favorite pieces were … [Read more...] about Africa Fashion Week New York
Designer Behind the Mas: Shola Thompson of Caribbean Passions Inc.
There is a carnival happening at almost every time of the year thanks to the Caribbeans spread across the world–Notting Hill Carnival in London, the West Indian Day Parade in New York City, Miami Carnival in Florida, Caribana in Toronto and of course the mother of all Carnivals…Trinidad Carnival. Being part of the masquerade (or playing mas) is part of Carnival tradition and … [Read more...] about Designer Behind the Mas: Shola Thompson of Caribbean Passions Inc.
Foxy Brown Exclusive Interview with NY Post
In an exclusive interview with the NY Post, rapper Foxy Brown attempts to clarify her diva-like antics over the years. The rude gal, previously the protégé of Hip Hop rapper Jay-Z and later romantically linked with Dancehall DJ Spragga Benz, has dealt with her fair share of trial an tribulations, from prison time to loss of hearing. Foxy Brown has die hard fans that have been … [Read more...] about Foxy Brown Exclusive Interview with NY Post
Caribbean Film Festival in Toronto
(pictured are 2010 Caribbean Film Maker participants) Caribbean Tales Worldwide Distribution continues to showcase talented Caribbean film makers and will showcase at the upcoming Toronto Film Festival. This will be the second year Caribbean Tales has taken part of the film festival. I went to the Caribbean Tales Film Festival during Caribbean-American Heritage Month here in … [Read more...] about Caribbean Film Festival in Toronto