Kingston Kitchen was…

Posted by IrieDiva on Feb 13, 2012 in Jamaica | 9 comments

I took my little sis and my munchkin with me to Kingston Kitchen this past Sunday on what was touted to be a fabulous affair. I’ve been following the blog posts of the organisers and had a few chefs and delights I wanted to try out. Plus it was on the lawns of the Hope Botanical Gardens that’s really making a comeback to all my childhood glory. I’m so looking forward to when the zoo and maybe even the amusement park once again come alive. The gardens and lawns are absolutely gorgeous and I do hear that the zoo is undergoing renovation. No word on the theme park yet where I hold such dear childhood memories of nothing but thrilling fun! But I digress…

Dancehall Video: Gal a Bubble by Konshens

Posted by IrieDiva on Feb 10, 2012 in Jamaica | 2 comments

Funny how when you’re away from your country is when you do things that you don’t do when you’re at home to try and keep in the loop. Hubby commented recently that he didn’t realise I listened to Zip FM so much. I don’t usually listen to that radio station when I’m in JA as I’m not a fan of the ridiculous ads they run what seems like 500 million times for the day nor am I fan of just how much house/alternative/rock/spanish music they play. But, they stream for free online so whenever I’m home in the BVI, I’m probably listening to Zip. They keep my in the loop with what’s going on in Jamaica. 

Happy 67th Bob Marley!

Posted by IrieDiva on Feb 6, 2012 in Jamaica | 3 comments

It can be argued that no Jamaican is more iconic than Bob Marley, the man with a song for every situation in life. My hubby and my pops are avid fans and so when hubby suggested naming our first born, regardless of gender, Marley, I did not hesitate. It was such a fitting name, unique and popular, legendary and simple all in one.

I’ll leave you with the song that my Marley and her father recently danced the night away courtesy of a local band here in the BVI.

One of my personal favourites. We’ll share the shelter, of my single bed

Irie Diary: A Sushi Birthday

Posted by IrieDiva on Nov 29, 2011 in Family, Fashion, Jamaica | 3 comments

So last week was my birthday! This is my final year of claiming the twenties, legitimately anyway, and I plan on making it count. You know how we tend to hold out life up to the measuring stick in our minds and get all depressed that we haven’t crossed off more stuff? Well I decided instead to focus on what I did have, my little princess, very good friends and a chance to make life what I want it to be. It’s never too late right? I sound like I’m 50 SMH

Restaurant Week Stop: Red Bones Blues Cafe

Posted by IrieDiva on Nov 13, 2011 in Jamaica | 7 comments

A group of gals who all went to college together and came out with strong bonds of friendship decided to hit Red Bones last night to celebrate life and achievements. I’ve been to Red Bones a couple of times and looked forward to a fun evening with my friends. The Terrace was lovely but as soon as I sat I knew I was gonna be uncomfortable all night. The chairs were horrid! There were all around complaints of discomfort and back pains. Anyway we ordered our compimentary round of cocktails and began catching up while waiting on our meal.

The Restaurant Week menu for Red Bones comprised of this:

Shopping globalization

Posted by IrieDiva on Nov 2, 2011 in Fashion, Jamaica | 0 comments

How’s that for clicking on an apparel link and having Jamaican prices pop up? This is from Freepeople.com. I love it! It eliminates the need for me to try and work figures out in my head or pop open my calculator to see if the price is doable in my budget. Of course, when I see prices like the above, I’m still scrambling figures in my head like…they want me to pay $50g for a pair of shoes???? How much US is that…like $600??? Then I realize that isn’t even close to the cost for a pair of beloved Christian Louboutins and my soul weeps a bit.