Author: Steve Brown

Food Awards judge Kadian Wendrys stopped by the Pegasus Hotel last Friday… Jamaica Pegasus has two main bars, Blend Bar and Pool Bar, as well as a food and beverage outlet called 24 Seven Cafe. Blend Bar is located on the first floor of the hotel, close to the entrance and easily accessible, and is open daily from 4pm to 11pm. There is live piano music from 6pm to 9pm on Wednesdays, and surround sound background music at other times. The dress code is casual to business, with no tank tops allowed. If you’re looking for a quiet, discreet place…

Entrance June 20, 2024 Mingle’s Bar and Lounge at the Courtleigh Hotel can be accessed via a dedicated entrance on Knutsford Boulevard or via the walkway leading from the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel car park. The Bar and Lounge is open Monday to Saturday from 5pm to 11pm. The indoor boutique bar features charming old-world décor that extends to the design covers of the menu. A wide selection of classics is available, including house wines such as Hardy’s VR Merlot, sparkling wines such as Santa Margherita Prosecco, Champagne Rosés such as GH Mumm Grand,…

Bodega El Esteco poolside and backyard (Photos: El Esteco, Bodela Alfredo Roca, Chandon Argentina) Summer is fast approaching, heralding the beginning of a season of bright, sunlit days giving way to mild, warm nights. Now is the perfect time to indulge in some excellent Argentine wines. In part 1, we introduced some must-have wines to add to your summer drinks list, including two whites, one rosé, and two Naranjos. Today, Thursday Food presents light red and sparkling wines that are sure to liven up any summer party. Summer wines offer a delightful escape from the heat, boasting lighter body, refreshing…

When Raymond Simpson found out his wife was unable to conceive, he was heartbroken that he might miss out on becoming a father, but 2017 marked a turning point for him and his wife Monique, as they welcomed home their son, Julius Alexander, whom they had adopted as a baby. Simpson and his wife got married in 2007, and like most couples, the ideal next step was to start planning and trying to have children. After learning of his wife’s complications, the couple considered trying IVF, but the high cost of the procedure was a hindrance. The situation seemed hopeless.…

Nikolai Alexander wasn’t sure if he wanted to become a father. In fact, when he was in high school, he wondered all the reasons why he shouldn’t have children, even though in the back of his mind he wanted to have his own family. When Alexander got a message from his wife Tiffany while at work in 2019 saying, “I’m pregnant,” he felt a mixture of excitement and anxiety about becoming a father. “I got the message while I was at work and I was like, ‘What?!’ I was surprised and happy at the same time. I was thinking, ‘I…

Sean Hector had always dreamed of being a father, especially to a girl, so when he welcomed his daughter, Zola Renee, into the world two years ago, it was the happiest day of his life. The excited first-time father told Observer Online that becoming a father has been everything he expected it to be and more, confessing that he looks forward to doing everything with his daughter, no matter how tedious or boring it may be. “It was everything I expected and more! I looked forward to all the late nights, diaper changes, playtime, reading to her – but that…

A six-year-old boy and his uncle were killed in a two-vehicle crash on Mountainside Main Road in St Elizabeth earlier this year. With over 170 road fatalities recorded in Jamaica so far this year, the Jamaica Observer Online, in collaboration with a number of partners, has produced a supplement entitled “No Need for Speed” to cover all aspects of the carnage on our roads. This is a lightly edited version of one of the many articles featured in the supplement, which can be accessed at: https://www.flipsnack.com/AA895DF569B/no-need-for-speed-june-2024/full-view.html. In an instant, a car accident can change a life forever. For some, it…

Lowe Porter…We would have developed local plans with our teams on the ground to be more strategic at the service delivery level (Photo: Naftali Jr.) Senior health officials have identified delayed treatment at health facilities and lack of knowledge among pregnant women about warning signs during pregnancy as the two main factors behind Jamaica’s maternal mortality rate rising to alarming heights. But the Department of Health and Human Services says it has implemented measures to address the issue. Dr Julia Lowe Porter, director of the Family Health Bureau at the Department of Health and Human Services, highlighted the issue while…

June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, and the article below is one of several this month to educate the public about these important topics. Alzheimer’s is a complex disease that affects millions of people around the world, yet there are still many misconceptions about it. To help dispel these myths, here are five key facts about Alzheimer’s. Progressive Brain Damage: Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive brain disorder that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills, eventually interfering with daily tasks and activities. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia, accounting for 62% of dementia cases in Jamaica. Dementia…

Magnesium supplements have recently become more popular for several reasons, including the fact that many people are becoming more aware of how easily magnesium deficiencies can occur, especially in today’s diet, which is dominated by processed foods, and the fact that magnesium is increasingly being used as a sleep aid, as well as the wider health benefits of magnesium. Nutritionist Claudia Ashley said magnesium was known to help with anxiety, depression and sleep disorders, making it appealing for those looking for natural remedies to support mental health. “The fitness community recommends magnesium for muscle recovery, preventing cramps, and improving overall…