By Shivanee Ramlochan ● Issue 152 (July/August 2018)
Bookshelf (July/August 2018) | Book reviews
This month’s reading picks, with reviews of De Rightest Place; Mouths Don’t Speak; Madwoman; and Ordinary Beast
By Franka Philip ● Issue 152 (July/August 2018)
Good to goat | Cookup
From homestyle stews to spicy curries, goat is a popular Caribbean favourite — but how do diners and chefs feel about a more upscale version? Franka Philip investigates
By Caribbean Beat ● Issue 151 (May/June 2018)
Ireng River | Wish you were here (May/June 2018)
Postcards from the Caribbean’s most extraordinary places
By Suzanne Bhagan ● Issue 151 (May/June 2018)
A tale of two flowers | Word of mouth
On the other side of the world from Trinidad & Tobago, Suzanne Bhagan experiences the Japanese cherry blossom spring festival, and remembers the golden poui trees that bloom at home
By Shivanee Ramlochan ● Issue 151 (May/June 2018)
Bookshelf (May/June 2018) | Book reviews
This month’s reading picks, with reviews of Tell No-One About This; Brother; Infidelities; and Sans Espoir
By Nigel Campbell ● Issue 151 (May/June 2018)
Playlist (May/Jun 2018) | Music reviews
This month’s listening picks, with reviews of the latest by Jeanine S. Ruiz; Michael Brun; King Kembe; and Sting and Shaggy
Embark, Food and Cuisine, Trinidad and Tobago
By Franka Philip ● Issue 151 (May/June 2018)
Some like it hot: Trinidad pepper sauce | Cookup
It may be the quintessential Trini condiment, and many can’t imagine a meal without pepper sauce. Franka Philip investigates how T&T’s hot peppers have become internationally famous for their delicious sear
By Caribbean Beat ● Issue 151 (May/June 2018)
Datebook | Events calendar (May/June 2018)
Your guide to Caribbean events in May and June, from Guyana’s debut Carnival to a pineapple festival in the Bahamas