Chef Creole: South Florida’s King of Caribbean Fusion Cuisine
Island Origins Director of Business Development Tamara Philippeaux recently had a chat with her old friend, celebrity chef and serial entrepreneur Ken Sejour, the...
2020: We’re Living Through The Perfect Storm
In a whole lot of ways, the year 2020 has felt like the perfect storm. Political gamesmanship seems to have impressed anti-immigrant sentiment into the American psyche;...
The Inspiring Woman Behind This Miami Wellness and Community Center
When she first launched a food bank for MJD Wellness and Community, Emmanuella Fleurimont recalls taking rations from her family's own fridge to give to others...
Food For The Poor’s Spring Gift Catalog: Honor Mom With a Gift of Hope
Mother’s Day is less than a week away and the pressure’s on to find the perfect gift. Food For The Poor’s Spring Gift Catalog has...
Caribbean Women Honored Ahead of 28th Annual American Black Film Festival
This June, Miami Beach will once again play host to the 28th Annual American Black Film Festival (ABFF), a five-day extravaganza celebrating the richness and...
Get to Know Bahamian Law Trailblazer Yolanda Cash Jackson
The Bahamas | Lobbyist at Florida State Capitol and Attorney at Becker & Poliakoff
“Treat yourself as a professional who...
How Four Authors Uncover The Caribbean In These New Books
In recent books, four writers—an architect, an artist, an academic, and an acclaimed chef—each reflect on their Caribbean roots and realities. These diverse authors share deep perspectives...
Here Comes the Hotstepper: Rude Boy Style Making a Comeback
Sharp suits with cropped “flood” pants. Thin ties with Porkpie or Trilby hats. And Clarks boots, of course ― no exceptions. The enduring “rude boy”...
A Behind the Scenes Look at the Fascinating Business of Caribbean Festivals and Events
Each year, the sights, sounds and scents of summer are brought to vibrant, living color by the Caribbean-American cultural events held across the United States....
Island SPACE President Wins Congresswoman Cherfilus-McCormick’s EmpowHER Award
Caribbean museum co-founder recognized by Representative Sheila Cherfilus McCormick among local leaders for Women’s History Month
Plantation, Florida: Board members at...
