Toronto Caribbean community comes alive during the city’s Caribbean carnival…formerly known as Caribana. Festivities and official events have been taking place for weeks now, but things really heat up this week. Here’s a rundown of some of the not-to-miss Toronto Carnival events. Continue Reading…
On this episode of NNEKA, design expert Nike Onile helps us add some Caribbean flavour to our homes this summer! Continue Reading…
Toronto Caribbean Carnival aka Caribana is right around the corner. Soca parties and various events are already in full swing. Having grown up with a dad who designs carnival costumes, I’m a carnival baby in every sense of the word. It’s a big part of who I am. This the first year in a long time that I have the freedom to actually enjoy a full Toronto carnival. But with that being said…what the hell am I gonna wear?!! I put together some options. Let me know what you think. Continue Reading…
Excited to announce that brand new episodes of NNEKA kick off today with jazz man Arturo Tappin! Continue Reading…
The production and co-ordination of my talk show, is a show in of itself. I want to peel back the curtain a bit to show you a few of the elements involved. Here are some never before seen footage of the making of “NNEKA” Season 2. Continue Reading…
My last trip to St.Vincent & The Grenadines was first and foremost a work trip. I was there to co-host the Miss SVG 2017 pageant. Continue Reading…
In the latest episode of my Caribbean lifestyle talk show, I chat with the reigning Toronto Carnival Queen of the bands Joella Crichton. Continue Reading…
Young Island is a private luxury resort in St.Vincent and The Grenadines. They call it the home of barefoot chic. When I got this dress I knew Young Island would be the perfect place to take some photos with my friend Duane Bailey. Continue Reading…
Whenever I’m in St.Vincent, we often hang at Paradise Beach Hotel. I like their Friday night BBQ (my mouth is watering thinking about the fresh fish and lobster.) We also swim at the beach there all the time, so we always end up having a fruit punch and roti after the swim. Continue Reading…
“NNEKA” EPISODE 7: CARIBBEAN REAL ESTATE + COMEDIAN JAY MARTIN
May 30, 2017In episode 7 of “NNEKA” , mortgage broker and real estate blogger Samantha Brookes shares all the tips you need to know if you’re thinking about investing in real estate in the Caribbean. Plus… Continue Reading…