January 20, 2013 guardian.co.tt
Kaelanne Jordan
Here are some tasty, quick and easy recipes for when you’re feteing on the road. Now, these recipes are not just for the masqueraders; those of us who enjoy the season in the comfort of their homes can try these recipes too! EATS Chicken Pelau INGREDIENTS • 2 1/2 - 3 lbs chicken pieces seasoned with salt, pepper, chives, thyme, garlic, parsley, 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce, 1 tsp soy sauce, 1 tsp soy sauce • 2 cups rice, washed • 2 cups coconut milk and 2 cups water • 1 large onion sliced • 1 sweet pepper, chopped • 1 1/2 cup pigeon peas or 1 tin pigeon peas, drained • 2-3 tbsp vegetable oil • 1/4 - 1/2 cup sugar • salt and pepper to taste • hot pepper if desired PREPARATION 1. Heat oil in a large heavy iron pot or skillet. 2. Add sugar and allow to burn until dark brown. 3. Add seasoned meat and stir until pieces are well coated with burnt sugar; brown for 5 min. 4. Stir rice into chicken and turn often till well blended; cook for 3 min. more. 5. Add onion, sweet peppers and peas and stir fry for a few seconds. 6. Add salt, pepper, coconut milk and water; bring to the boil, lower heat, cover and simmer until rice is cooked and all liquid has evaporated (about 25- 30 min). Add more liquid if rice is still hard and continue to cook longer. NOTE: Pelau can also be baked in oven. Cover pot with tin foil, place in oven and bake at 350 F for 25-30 min. In this way, rice is less likely to burn and is fluffy. Corn Soup INGREDIENTS • 2/3 cup split peas • 1 cup channa (garbanzo), soaked overnight • 6 – 8 cups water • 1 onion • 3 cloves garlic
• 1 chive stalk • 1 celery stalk • 2 pimento peppers • 4 ears of corn • 1 carrot • 1 cup pumpkin • 1 pk vegetable soup • 1 hot pepper (optional) • 3 bouillon cubes (optional) • Salt to taste FOR DUMPLINGS: • 1/4 cup flour • 1/4 cup cornmeal • Water PREPARATION 1. Wash the channa and pressure cook for about 15 minutes. 2. Pressure cook the split peas for about 10 minutes 3. Knead the dough for the cornmeal dumpling to a semi-stiff dough and cut into 1/2 pieces. Set aside. 4. Clean and chop the corn into 1/2 pieces 5. Chop the rest of ingredients (carrots, pimento, chive, celery, pumpkin) and add to pot of water. 6. When boiling, add corn, dumplings, split peas and channa and allow to simmer for about 20 mins or until the corn is cooked and the dumplings float to the surface. Stir occasionally. Oil Down INGREDIENTS • 8 ozs. cooked salt fish, flaked • 2 chives • 2 pts coconut milk • 1 large or 2 small breadfruit cut into 4-6 sections • 1 whole hot pepper • 2 sprigs thyme • 1 stick celery, chopped • Salt PREPARATION 1. Soak meat overnight in cold water. Drain. 2. Remove the breadfruit core and peel, and in a saucepan, put alternate layers of breadfruit, meat and salt fish. 3. Tie chilli, thyme, chive and add to the pan with celery and coconut milk. 4. Cover tightly and bring to the boil. Reduce heat and simmer for about 45-50 mins until everything is
cooked and tender. When cooked, the liquid should all be absorbed and the stew oily. 5. Remove herbs before serving and add salt to taste. DRINKS Guinness Punch INGREDIENTS • 12 oz Guinness® stout • 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk • 1/16 tsp cinnamon • 1/16 tsp nutmeg • Unsweetened cocoa powder PREPARATION 1. Gently pour a well-chilled Guinness into a small mixing bowl or glass that will hold all of the liquid ingredients. 2. Add the sweetened condensed milk, spices, and cocoa (if it's wanted). Stir or whisk well, and pour the mixture into glass. Strawberry Daiquiri INGREDIENTS • 1 fl oz (25 ml) light rum • 1/2 fl oz (12 ml) strawberry schnapps • 1 fl oz (25 ml) lime juice • 1 fl oz (25 ml) crushed strawberries • 1 teaspoon(s) granulated sugar • ice cubes as required PREPARATION 1. Shake all the ingredients together in a shaker with ice cubes. 2. Strain the mixture into cocktail glass and serve. Sea Breeze INGREDIENTS • 1 fl oz (25 ml) vodka • 1 1/2 fl oz (37 ml) cranberry juice • 1 1/2 fl oz (37 ml) grapefruit juice • 4 ice cubes crushed • 1 slice(s) of lime PREPARATION 1. Pour the vodka, cranberry juice and grapefruit juice into glass over the crushed ice. Stir well. 2. Float the lime slice(s) on top and serve with a straw.
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Carnival is a time of the year when people cater to the food buying public. At the Queen’s Park Savannah, the food shacks are up and already, some are doing brisk trade. Outside the fetes and Calypso tents, the vendors (with their food badges neatly displayed on their person) are also conducting quick business. Indeed, Carnival may be about the spectacle, but it is also about our bellies. There are many of us, however, that “don’t meddle with outside food” for various reasons and choose instead to cook for themselves. However, things can get pretty tricky when it comes to transporting the delicious meals you’ve prepared to the North Stand. When you are transporting food, you need to consider two main food safety issues: keeping the food protected from contamination and, if the food is potentially hazardous, keeping it cold (5°C or colder) or hot (60°C or hotter).
How to Protect food from contamination
It is important to protect food from contamination by keeping it covered at all times. You can achieve this by using containers with lids or by applying plastic film over containers. Materials used to cover food should be suitable for food contact, to ensure that they do not contain any chemicals that could leak into the food. Aluminium foil, plastic film and clean paper may be used, and food should be completely covered. Packaged products should not need additional covering. Previously used materials and newspaper may contaminate food and should not be used.
Temperature control
When potentially hazardous foods are transported they should be kept cold (5°C or colder) or hot (60°C or hotter) during the journey. Alternatively, you could use time, rather than temperature, to keep the food safe while it is being trans-
ported. If the journey is short, insulated containers may keep the food cold. If the journey is longer, you may need to use ice bricks to keep food cold and heat packs to keep food hot. Place only pre-heated or precooled food in an insulated container, which should have a lid to help maintain safe temperatures. Insulated containers must be: • In good condition and kept clean at all times; • used only for food; • kept away from other items such as chemicals, pet food, fuel and paint; • be filled as quickly as possible and closed as soon as they have been filled; and • kept closed until immediately before the food is needed or is placed in other temperature-controlled equipment.
Transport considerations
• Containers of cool food should be placed in the coolest part of the vehicle. • If the inside of the vehicle is air-conditioned, cold food may be transported better here rather than in the trunk. • Vehicles should be clean. If the vehicle is normally used for carrying pets or dirty equipment, the food carrying area should be thoroughly cleaned or lined to prevent any contamination. This may not be necessary if food is transported in an insulated container with a tightly fitting lid. • The journey should be properly planned and should be kept as short as possible. • When collecting ingredients, cold foods should be collected last and immediately placed in insulated containers or cool bags for transporting to the preparation facility. • When taking prepared foods to a venue, pack the food into insulated boxes as your last job. • When you arrive at the venue, make it your first job to unload any hot or cold food and place it in temperature controlled equipment.
Halcian Pierre
Stories by Nyerere Haynes Experience has taught me that successful Carnival liming in Panorama or cooler fetes is dependent on the capabilities of the cooler chosen to chill beverages, salads and whatever else is required to be cold for maximum enjoyment. Selecting the right cooler for the job depends on the expectations of the lime and of course, the size of the crew. These options should encompass the needs of different types of limers…
Cooler Bag:
The solo limer is values his mobility and is constantly on the go liming at various points on the road and in the fete. The cooler bag allows him to at any time have 12 cans of cold beers on his person. It also allows him to avoid having to get into ridiculously long lines every time he needs a cold one. But when he does get into that line it will be for at least 12 cans of beer that will keep him stocked for a good part of the lime.
28 Quart Roller cooler:
This portable refrigeration device is best for the road and can easily store, transport and efficiently chill 36 cans of beers, with ice. This average can now allow users to estimate how design their drink list break down. These coolers are usually sturdy and take the weight of an average sized human. The telescoping handle and wheels makes for easy movement and with the handle down it makes quite a comfortable seat.
50 Quart cooler:
This cooler will see a crew of 12 through a night of beers, soda and rum easily anytime. These coolers usually come with reinforced swing up handles that make carrying easy and some even come with wheels. Thermal insulation allows at least 5 days of coldness once properly topped up with ice. These bad boys can hold up to 50 cans of beer with ice! So the onus is on the crew to mix and match drinks accordingly.
70 Quart cooler:
This is where we enter Panorama territory. This cooler is designed to hold 112 cans of beer at optimum coldness and some also come with wheels. Those 2 litre bottles can fit in the upright position. This cooler is for the crew that’s in it for the long haul. The reinforced swing up handles allow for easy transporting. And of course the cooler doubles as seat or stepping stool for anybody interested in rest or seeing over a thick crowd.
Keeping hydrated on the road should be at the forefront of every masquerader’s mind. The physical exertion (palancing) and heat exposure experienced on those two days are intense and a lack of water intake can make it a terrible experience. Here are some ways to keeping hydrated when in mas mode:
Hydration packs:
Stay hydrated on the long Carnival Monday and Tuesday chip with this convenient 1.5-litre hydration pack. The ‘water back pack’ is perfect for the masquerader because of its lightweight and sleek design. It fits snugaly on the back of the user and utilises drip-free, dual action bite valves that deliver sufficient thirst-quenching flow. The suspension harness absorbs shock and breathable mesh shoulder straps provide long-term comfort. They usually feature a storage pocket for securing valuables.
Aluminum Canteens (military issue):
Old school revelers usually carry these around and sometimes they are even filled with water. The 1 Litre canteen is looks ruggedly vintage and keeps water cool. It usually comes with an adjustable harness that can be tightened when necessary (uninhibited wining).
Goatskin Wine Botas:
Like the aluminum canteens, Botas are an old school hit. The goatskin exterior is durable and the inside is lined with taste free latex. It comes with an adjustable harness that straps the Bota firmly to the torso. The screw on cover will stay closed even during vigorous wining.
Get to the drinks truck:
If you find yourself on the road without any hydration system, stay close to the drinks truck and have as much water as your body calls for. Even though beer contains water it’s not a good water substitute. So, keep your head on and stay hydrated.
Party. Lavway. Break away. It’s what we all want to do when the soca music takes over in the fete. And when we see the performers of our favourite soca tunes live on stage… well, that’s another story altogether. Of course, before we can even think about the fete, we have to think about prepping the body, and a good way to do this is by taking Seven Seas One a Day Cod Liver Oil supplements: these are antioxidant rich multivitamins that help maintain resistance to infection and promote a healthy immune system – as well as have your hair, skin and nails looking wonderful! Once that’s been established, we can move into the next part of the fun and that’s putting your ‘fete kit’ together. It’s a simple list of items that should be in your handbag when heading to your destination. The bag you choose shouldn’t be too bulky either, simply because it needs to hold many small items. Speaking of which, here’s a simple list I put together of what should be in that bag.
Items for your kit • “Vex Money” (some cash to take you home in case of an emergency) • Touch ups for makeup (lip gloss, face powder, etc.) • Mini Perfume/deodorant • Small compact mirror (to check the makeup) • Small comb • Napkins/wipes/toilet paper (in case either runs out at the venue) • Oil strips (to touch up shine) • Panty liners, pads, tampons • Safety pins (a strap could burst, not so?) • Woogie/scrunchie/hair clip (to gather your hair in one if you start perspiring) • Rag or bandanna • Pre-loaded “Fete phone” (leave the fancy smartphones at home) • Your keys • Small bottle of water • Mints, gum, etc. • Antacids (in case of an upset stomach)
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Did you know that milk is considered nature’s energy drink? Packed full of vitamin D, calcium and phosphorous, milk builds healthy bones, muscles and blood vessels. Additionally, some recent studies have indicated that milk can help muscles rebuild after physical activity. So the next time you reach for that energy drink when your reserves are low, reach for a glass of cold Moo! Milk instead and get moving. There is some inaccurate information around in the general community about the health benefits of milk. Changing your milk intake on the basis of these fallacies may mean you are unnecessarily restricted this highly nutritious drink. Milk contains many different nutrients Milk and milk products contain a good balance of protein, fat and carbohydrate and are a very important source of essential nutrients including: • Calcium • Riboflavin • Phosphorous • Vitamins A, D and B12 • Pantothenic acid. Milk products also contain ‘high quality proteins’ that are well suited to human needs. Milk proteins increase the value of poor quality cereal and vegetable proteins in the diet by providing the amino acids these proteins lack. Milk and health conditions Dairy foods contain saturated fats, which have been associated with increased blood cholesterol levels. However, dairy foods (particularly low-fat products) are not a threat to good health if consumed in moderation as part of a well-balanced nutritious diet. Some research findings include: • Osteoporosis – if milk and milk products are removed from the diet, it can lead to an inadequate intake of calcium. This is of particular concern for women and the elderly, who have high calcium needs. Calcium deficiency may lead to disorders like osteoporosis (a disease characterised by bone loss). • Colon cancer – some studies have found that people who regularly eat dairy products have a reduced risk of developing colon cancer. • Blood pressure – research in the US found that a high intake of fruits and vegetables, combined with low-fat dairy foods, will lower blood pressure more than fruits and vegetables alone. • Type 2 diabetes – a 10-year study of 3,000 overweight adults found that consuming milk and other milk products instead of refined sugars and carbohydrates may protect overweight young adults from developing type 2 diabetes. MOO! UHT MILK - made from fresh... never from powder We're Moo! Milk. We're fresh, fun, love good times and good taste. Our milk is available in Full Cream, Low Fat and Skimmed Milk versions. Moo! is made from fresh milk, never reconstituted from milk powder. Moo! Milk has no additives and is milk the way nature intended it. It goes through the ultra-pasteurisation (UHT) process to ensure that it is free from harmful bacteria, but it is as close to the cow as you can get and has that great milk taste.
Preparation Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 20 to 25 minutes Servings: 4-6
Ingredients
• 1 large bunch broccoli, chopped • 2 cloves garlic, minced • 1 onion, chopped
• 1/4 cup (60 ml) long-grain white rice • Pinch hot pepper flakes
• 3 cups (750 ml) vegetable broth or
chicken broth
• 3 cups (750 ml) Moo! Skimmed Milk • 2 tbsp (30 ml) freshly squeezed
lemon juice
• Salt and pepper, to taste
Preparation
Cut broccoli stalks from tops; peel fibrous outer layer from stalks and chop coarsely. Cut tops into small florets; set florets aside separately. In a pot, combine chopped stalks, garlic, onion, rice, hot pepper flakes and stock; bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat, cover and boil gently for 10 minutes or until rice is almost tender. Add florets and cook, covered, for about 10 minutes or just until broccoli is cooked. In a blender, puree until smooth; return to pot, if necessary. Stir in Moo! Skimmed Milk; heat over medium-low heat, stirring often, just until steaming (do not boil). Stir in lemon juice and season to taste with salt and pepper. Cooking Tip: Add 2 cups (500 ml) chopped spinach with broccoli florets. Sprinkle each serving with 1 tbsp (15 ml) shredded Cheddar or aged Gouda cheese.
Nutrition Facts
(Per serving) • Calories: 141 • Protein: 8 g • Carbohydrate: 22 g • Fat: 3 g • Fibre: 3 g • Sodium: 462 mg
Helen Shair-Singh
At just 36, she is the youngest & first female Captain of the world famous BP Renegades. Even at her young age, she already has 21 years with Renegades under her belt. Her status in the band has clearly been earned through commitment, determination & hard work. As a child, Candice's grandmother's home was right next to the panyard on Charlotte Street (now an army base) and she very often played there. But her real introduction to playing a pan herself came at school, Woodbrook Government Secondary, where at age 15 she learned to play the national anthem on a steelpan. The accomplishment encouraged her, and that very year she officially joined Renegades. In addition to playing, she also steadily worked her way up through the ranks of administration, first as a committee member, then Assistant Secretary, Secretary, Vice Captain and then Captain (now in her second term of office). Despite coming from a broken home (her father, a talented music arranger, fell victim to drugs, leaving her mother to raise her & her sister since she was 2). She earned herself 5 O'levels and completed a course in typing to prepare her for the business world. However, she says that being a part of Rene-
gades taught her more than any institute of learning ever did, & inspired her to take her music education further, attaining Grade 5 and a Music Diploma from UTT. She now fluently reads & teaches music, and was one of the music tutors involved with the Panyard Initiative Program in 2012 targeting youth in the surrounding communities of POS North. She has also been accepted to study for her Bachelor of Arts degree at UTT. She is quite an inspiration to her players, especially the younger female ones coming up, so I wanted to know who inspired the young Candice Andrews. Her response surprised me. Despite the situation, it's her father. She sees beyond just his downfall to how talented an arranger he was for many bands locally and internationally, and instead of dwelling on the negative she instead resolved to never allow anything to impede her in fulfilling her own greatest potential. Her vision is to see steelpan get the respect & support it deserves from the country of its birth. Elsewhere, it is valued and honoured with steelband academies, a prominent place in school musical programs, financial support and national exposure. People come to T&T to learn from our master pan players, arrangers and pan music writers, and their countries benefit from it. Sadly it is not so here, and she is keen to change that.
She has already begun within her own circle of influence - her band. She believes that one of the core elements in the process is changing how 'pan' is perceived here. Steelband’s history is as a 'Carnival thing', deeply rooted in the 'poor lower classes', and violent confrontations were the norm, and that image persists. Therefore she insists on a 'Code of Conduct' for her players. It is drilled into every one (they are given printed instructions!) that they are ambassadors, and must ALWAYS carry themselves in a manner befitting such. She says many of their international tours are a result of someone being impressed not just with their phenomenal musical performances but by the extremely high standard of class and professionalism they display. She graciously allowed me to share their credo, penned by own hand:
'Renegades Values What We Believe & How We Live'
• We must always do the right thing, morally, legally, ethically and musically • We are accountable for our actions • We openly share ideas, even when we disagree • We recognize each other for a job well done • We must keep learning and growing and, last but not definitely not least: • We must have fun doing what we do. As I said… a remarkable young lady.
Imagine our colourful Carnival festival without super shiny, sparkly glitter dust; it would be dull, flat, uninteresting and completely boring, not so? Over the years masqueraders have come to expect some form of glittery embellishment to be added to their costumes, whether it is intrinsically worked into the fabric and accessories or plastered on their bodies and faces, glitter is indeed synonymous with Carnival. People who have played with glitter know only too well that it gets into everything, sticks to almost any surface and is a real pain to remove, but few are aware of the origins of this imaginative invention. Glitter is really an array of amazingly small, flat and highly reflective particles. When applied to surfaces, they reflect light in different angles causing the surface to appear sparkly. Glitter has been around since prehistoric times and was made from several different materials including mica, insects and glass. As early as 30,000 years ago, flake mica was used to give paintings in caves a glittery appearance. Primitive humans are believed to have used cosmetics which may have included a sparkling mineral called hematite. Over 6,000 years ago ancient Egyptians produced glittery cosmetics from the iridescent shells of beetles as well as finely ground green malachite crystals. In addition to glittering surfaces in prehistoric times in the arts and in cosmetics, sparkly fabrics have made their way into the fashion mainstream through the ages. Prior to fabrics made with modern glitter, sequins were sewn or woven onto fabric to give it a glitzy appearance, much like it is still done today in our Carnival costume making. In modern times over 20,000 varieties of glitter are made in a vast number of different colours, sizes and materials. Flat multi-layered sheets are produced combining plastic, colouring and reflective materials such as aluminium, titanium dioxide, iron oxide etc. These sheets are then cut into tiny particles of varying shapes, including squares, rectangles and hexagons and mass produced to satisfy our cravings and indeed the rest of the world. Article: Dianne John Makeup Artist: Dianne John Model: Shivanna Ragoo Creative Director: Victoria De Freitas Photographer: RJM
Wine CDD Sauvignon Blanc This well-rounded Chardonnay with a flourish of crisp green apple, hints of tropical fruit tempered by a touch of buttery richness is a great partner for richer fish and seafood varieties, yet is always balanced out by a fresh, crisp citrusy note. A “gourmet” salmon-burger, to please the nomeat eaters! To easily slice the fish, freeze for 45 minutes. SERVES 4 Ingredients: • 1 lb centre-cut salmon filet, without skin and deboned • 3 tablespoons canola oil • 2 tablespoons teriyaki sause • 3 tablespoons minced scallions • salt and freshly ground black pepper For The Wasabi Mayonnaise 3/4 cup mayonnaise • 3 tablespoons lime juice • pinch of grated lime rind • 1 tablespoon honey • 2 teaspoons wasabi paste, or to taste • Toasted hamburger buns or Kaiser rolls for serving
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For The Cucumber Salad 1/2 Kirby Cucumber, thinly slced • salt • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil • 1 tablespoon minced chives
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Method: 1. Slice the salmon in chunks and pure in a small food processor for 1 minute. Add 1 tablespoon oil, teriyaki sauce and scallions, salt and perpper and process 30 seconds longer. Transfer the mixture to a bowl, and form 4 large or 8 small, 3/4 inch thick hamburgers. Keep refrigerated. 2. Prepare the wasabi mayonniase: In a bowl mix to combine all the ingredients for mayonnaise and refrigerate. Place the sliced cucumbers in a colander, sprinkle with salt and let
sit for 15 minutes. Rinse and pat dry with paper towels: Transfer to a bowl with the oil and chives. Mix to combine. 3. Before serving: Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, add the salmonburgers, turning once, about 5 minutes on each side. Spread the wasabi mayonnaise on the toasted buns, cover with the sliced cucumbers and place the salmon-burger on top. Serve at once.
Cinzano Vermouths are conceived through the union of wine, alcohol, sugar and an infusion of herbs and spices, of which absinthe is without a doubt the most important. In all its versions Cinzano, as an aperitif or as an after-dinner drink, is best enjoyed chilled (ideally between 8° and 12°C). Before meals it may be accompanied by savoury snacks in order to perfectly prepare the palate for the first sip. Cinzano is not only an ideal aperitif, it is also an ideal cocktail mixer and is one of the most common ingredients used in the most renowned cocktails around the world, The Cinzano Vermouths are also great straight or on the rocks. Cinzano Bianco is fragrant and full bodied, yet delicate. The aromas of fresh herbs, lemon and spice are superbly refreshing and welcoming. It’s friendly, flirtatious and full of
style. Cinzano Rosso is dark red in colour and wrapped in intense, delicious flavours. Sweet and fragrant with flavours of citrus and berries it has a uniquely persistent but pleasantly bitter finish. Cinzano Rosso is exciting, rich and daring. Cinzano Extra Dry is off dry and is characterized by an inviting light yellow hue. The flavours are vibrant and alive with notes of aromatic herbs. It’s round, carefree and tempting. Sparkling Wines The Cinzano range of sparkling wines includes both sweet and dry versions, each with their own unique characteristics. These wines are ideal for a toast, at the end of a meal, or for any special occasion. Pinot Chardonnay Cinzano, Prosecco Cinzano, and Bonsec Cinzano are perfect aperitifs and are best enjoyed
in a flute, whilst Asti D.O.C.G. Cinzano, Brachetto d’Acqui D.O.C.G. Cinzano, and Gran Cinzano are best offered at the end of a meal in a champagne glass, to accompany dessert. Asti D.O.C.G. Cinzano is the most renowned of all the Cinzano sparkling wines. It is produced using white Moscato grapes from the D.O.C.G. area of Asti, in the heart of Piedmont. It possesses a sweet and fruity flavour. Gran Cinzano is a slightly sweet, light and fizzy sparkling wine that is obtained from the noblest grapes, from selected vineyards within Italy. Prosecco Cinzano is a dry and aromatic sparkling wine, from the best vineyard areas of the Colline Trevigiane. It is a young sparkling wine, with a vivacious froth and subtle but persistent perlage.
Carnival season is awash with glitz and glamour from the shiny costumes and dazzling accessories to glittery avant garde make-up and colourful, wild and wacky hairstyles that most people feel compelled to rock out at fetes and on the streets. A plethora of bright (and most times), neon colours and reds, oranges, yellows, purples, blues and greens make their way onto the heads of women and men at this time of year. Anything goes, basically and at Carnival time that especially holds true for the entire look of the individual from head to toe. It is not strange to see men and even women with their entire heads shaved or perhaps cut very low and coloured, half shaved heads, Mohawks gelled to perfection, braided styles and curly hair on the whole, in an assort-
ment of styles, lengths and colours. Hair extensions come in either synthetic or natural hair of varying lengths and are very popular among women of every race. It affords the individual the versatility of changing their entire look to suit any occasion, especially at this season. There are the clip-on types that can be coloured and clipped under existing hair with the least amount of fuss. These are quite easy to remove. Also, there are the extensions that are sewed or glued on for a more permanent application. It is best to leave the removal of these types of extensions up to your professional hair stylist as you stand to damage your own hair if you were to try this on your own. Some people are daring enough to experiment with their hair and use brightly coloured perma-
nent hair dyes for a longer lasting effect, but luckily for the not-so-courageous at heart, there are arrays of semi-permanent hair colours that come in aerosol cans and can be carefully sprayed on the entire hair or applied in streaks. These semi-permanent spray-on products are readily available in speciality shops and are a fun and easy DIY, you can try spraying on one colour on part or the entire head of hair or spray sections of your hair in different colours to add some exciting interest. Spray-on colours hold up well during a light shower of rain but staying outdoors in a heavy downpour is definitely not recommended. Removal is easy with your favourite shampoo and conditioner; remember to shampoo twice to remove all residue.
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Akiela Hope
You don’t have to be the type of person that’s celebrating Carnival in costume: show the world your colours in a different way. Lose all inhibitions and free-up (silently) through your nails. Simple or elaborate, nails are always in. Anyone can create their own Carnival persona with a unique design (courtesy their nail technician). Some like different colours on each nail; some opt for natural colours on all: whatever you choose, make sure they complement your dress code, whether for a fete, steelpan session, or the Carnival Parade of the Bands! Vanessa Moreaus, who runs and owns her own Nail Tech business for over five years, knows all too well about the latest trends in nails. With a diverse clientele, she is poised to do any and everything for clients. With her own creative flair, Vanessa is passionate about creating nail designs for the flamboyant or subtle personality. She readily explains the different nail designs and trends, guiding you towards your perfect Carnival per-
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Here’s what you can try:
Nail art This uses nail polish and a nailbrush. This is where artist values are tested because nail-technicians actually draw (without stencil) designs on the nails. It may be a lengthy process as each layer of nail polish must dry before applying other coats, but on the other hand this type of nail art lasts much longer than the rest.
White Tips/French Tips This look is a classic one for the corporate type and doesn’t entail painting or polishing. The nail is clear with the nail ends coloured white for a professional look and it lasts much longer that the rest.
Air Brushed This type of nail work is the most famous as creatively, anything can be done to the nail. Most people gravitate towards air brushing because they can do their nails according to their moods, seasons or
special events. Air brushed nails are catchy and can be done with stencils and patterns. These nails last for about two weeks before starting to fade.
Ice Nails With Ice nail work, the nail always appears to be sparkly and has a constant reflection. This type of nail work entails having different colours of silver dust put on your nails. Usually done for weddings and classy events, it comes in different colours (including silver and gold). Ice nails last longer than all the other nail works and never fades. Air brushing can be added to the look for more effect.
RONZONI SMART TASTE provides an excellent source of fibre - 5 grams in every 2 oz. serving. That's 2.5 times the fibre of traditional white pasta. Getting the recommended levels of fibre may help with daily digestion and long-term heart health. Children and adults should consume 20 to 35 grams of fibre every day. Dietary fibre is the edible part of plants. By eating high fibre foods you feel fuller and eat less, with fewer absorbed calories. Diets high in fibre have many nutritional benefits: • May reduce blood cholesterol levels and decrease the risk of heart disease. • Helps control hunger and body weight. • May help control blood sugar levels and decrease the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. • Decreases the risk of diverticulosis (inflammation of the intestines). • Promotes regularity.
Pasta will make me fat. Pasta won't make you fat, eating too many calories will. And since one 2 oz serving weighs in at only 210 calories, you can enjoy a pasta dinner without worrying about your waistline.
Now that I am eating healthy, I should avoid carbs. Carbs are a primary fuel source for your body making them an important part of a healthy food plan. According to the USDA, carbohydrates should provide 45% to 65% of your daily calories. And, when you combine pasta with other healthy foods like veggies, tomatoes and lean meat, you get a nutritionally balanced, healthy meal that provides many essential nutrients like fiber, protein, vitamins and minerals. Download the USDA Dietary Guidelines PDF.
Pasta tastes great, but has no nutritional value. It's quite the contrary. Pasta is a source of several essential nutrients, including Iron, Folic Acid and several B-vitamins. Some pastas are also enriched to provide an extra nutritional punch. For example, Ronzoni® Smart Taste® pasta tastes just like regular pasta, but has 2.5 times the fiber and is an excellent source of Calcium and Vitamin D.
Getting enough fiber in my diet is hard and pasta can't help me.
3D Nails This is similar to ice nail work; however, instead of glitter dust, objects are used. Paper money, dice, flowers, balls, newspaper, emoticon faces are made especially for these nail purposes and much more. With 3D nails, piercings are done as well (if it is the clients’ preferred choice).
Fiber is easy if you add some pasta! Regular pasta has 2g of Fiber in every serving to help you meet your daily requirement. Some pastas, like Ronzoni® Healthy Harvest® 100% Whole Grain Pasta, have even more. Ronzoni® Healthy Harvest®has 5g of Fiber per serving.
Pasta is brain food. Pasta gives your body, especially your brain, the energy it needs to run. As a carb, pasta gets broken down slowly into glucose, which is a primary fuel source for the whole body and is the key energy source for the brain (which uses on average six grams hourly). So, pasta is a smart meal choice in more ways than one.
Pasta will give me quick energy and then I'll crash later.
Christine Dalkan
This is the season to look bess and make a statement. Whether it is in a fete or on the streets for Carnival Monday and Tuesday, your feet must be blazing a trail to accompany the rest of your costume. Boots are in, so start shopping! You can get your unique pair of boots online at Carnival Kicks or Carnival Basics or at any of the numerous shoe retailers who operate either in a physical store or on Facebook. Boots’ prices seem to range consistently between TT$300 and TT$400. Of course, you can choose to make a statement by stepping out in a brand name pair such as the lovely Apple Bottoms pewter sneaker boots (OMG, check out these in silver), or the Apple Bottom thigh high black and gold, or the Baby Phat Sequined Sneaker boots (*sigh* just beautiful.). If you have a dramatic personality, the boots with the cheetah print or the silver sequined calf is just the thing. Or, step up your style with gold studded heel boots. You can also buy a simple pair of
boots and personalize them in a way that says, “We ready, we ready, we ready!” There are a few places that offer these custom designs such as Niecy’s Custom Designs (which you can check online). Boot designs start from approximately TT$60.
Here are some gorgeous options to adorn your feet: • Suede round toe • Suede mid calf • Apple Bottoms pewter sneaker boots • Apple Bottoms grey over the knee suede • Camel over the knee suede • Suede with sequin calf • Leopard print suede • Cheetah print suede round toe • Purple suede boots with double buckle • Purple suede boots with side tie • Apple Bottoms thigh high black and gold • Black bamboo suede with leather buckles • Black suede with fringe • Berry suede • Black bamboo suede with side buckles • Brown suede with calf decals
Ingredients: • 1/4 cup olive oil • 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp (raw; 20 to 25 per lb) • 4 large garlic cloves, left unpeeled and forced through a garlic press • 1/2 teaspoon dried hot red-pepper flakes • Suede boots with double buckle • Suede with silver sequin calf • Brown faux leather boots • Suede boots with chain • Pewter mid calf boots • Apple bottom sneakers • Gold studded Heel boots • Apple bottom sneakers • Gold studded Heel boots
• DO NOT wait till last minute to buy your boots. As soon as you order your costume, buy your boots. This gives ample time to break in the boots, as well as decorate them.
Preparation 1. Bring a 6- to 8-quart pot of salted water to a boil. 2. Meanwhile, heat oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking. 3. Sauté shrimp, turning over once, until just cooked through (about 2 minutes) and transfer with a slotted spoon to a large bowl. 4. Add garlic to oil remaining in skillet along with red pepper flakes, wine, salt and pepper and cook over high heat, stirring occasionally, for 1 minute. 5. Add butter to skillet, stirring until melted and stir in shrimp. Remove skillet from heat. 6. Cook Ronzoni Healthy Harvest Whole Grain Spaghetti in boiling water until just tender, about 3 minutes. Reserve 1 cup pastacooking water, then drain pasta in a colander. 7. Toss pasta well with shrimp mixture and parsley in large bowl, adding some of reserved cooking water if necessary to keep moist. 8. Serve hot. Distributed by
• DO buy boots a size larger than your shoe size. This gives toes wiggle room and also allows for insoles to be worn. • DO customize your boots or choose a really hot pair of boots that will make a statement without being spray-painted or having feathers stuck on them.
• 1/2 cup dry white wine • 1 teaspoon salt • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter • 3/4 lb Ronzoni Healthy Harvest Whole Grain Spaghetti • 1/2 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
Some carbohydrates cause a spike in blood sugar that later make you crash. But, not all carbs are created equally. The National Institute of Medicine supports the research behind the glycemic index. The glycemic index rates carbohydrates on how quickly they break down in your body. Pasta has a low glycemic index meaning it breaks down slowly in your body to help maintain a normal blood sugar level and has a more lasting effect on energy levels.
Pasta is white because it is made from bleached flour. "White" pastas are actually made from a blend of semolina and durum flour, both of which are unbleached. Under Italian law, dry pasta can only be made from these two flours. All of our pastas in America adhere to this law.
A 'sensible' portion of pasta can keep me full. Whole grain pasta in particular, because of its high levels of fiber, can help you stay full for longer periods of time. Ronzoni® Healthy Harvest® specifically, has 5 grams of fiber per serving. The fiber helps prevent those peaks and valleys in blood sugar levels that can cause cravings and poor food choices.
Bavina Sookdeo
Since its beginnings in 1886, Anchor has been an iconic New Zealand brand, synonymous with milk and dairy innovation. Anchor is one of the key brands owned by Fonterra Co-operative Group and a leading dairy brand across the Globe, loved by consumers in many countries. Anchor products are extraordinary in quality and produces one of the best butters and cheeses on the market today. Anchor butter is made from grass-fed, free range cows and has a richer taste, versus barn raised, grass fed animals. Butter from grass fed cows is higher in Omega 3, Beta Carotene and Vitamin A.
Free Range means... Cows feed on grass only, 365 days of the year. Dairy cows love grass! They eat up to 70kg of grass daily. Therefore, no grain, artificial feed, meat and bone meal is fed to cows on New Zealand’s farms. Cows are reared naturally raised and
Ingredients 3 hearts romaine lettuce, coarsely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced Juice of 1 lemon 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 teaspoon chilli powder 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil Salt and freshly ground black pepper Tortilla chips for garnish 1/4 cup Anchor Light Cheddar Store bought salad Croutons
Directions • Chop romaine lettuce into 1 inch strips and place in a large salad bowl. • Whisk together garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard and chilli powder in a small bowl. • Continue whisking, then slowly stream in the extra-virgin olive oil. • When dressing is combined, toss Romaine salad with dressing and garnish salad with broken tortilla chips and Anchor Light Cheddar cheese. • Season with salt and pepper. Toss in salad croutons, then serve.
enjoy humane living conditions, 24/7.
No Hormones The new Zealand government prohibits the use of animal growth hormones in dairy, sheep and beef farming. There is mounting evidence that growth hormones can adversely affect the health of cattle and humans. ANCHOR cows are HORMONE FREE. Made from 100% per cent Fresh Milk Our milk is collected twice a day from the farm. Not only by reconstituting milk powder and anhydrous milk fat.
Nutrition Summary Calories: Fat Carbs Protein
66 4.6g 0 5.7g
So you’re ready for the fete! New highheels, new shorts and the cutest top ever. The only problem is your “bingo bags” (aka Granny panties) are so huge that they sneak out of your short pants. A real turn-on, right? Wrong! Major turn-off! Try something new! While women spend tonnes of cash on the trendiest clothing, it is just as important to get the trendiest underwear. Therefore at Carnival time – and its accompanying fete season –we need to get smart underwear that will not show itself up as part of our costumes. So how do we hide the underwear for Carnival? It’s easy! We all know about those little clear straps that you use in place of bra straps right? Well, those are always an option, but you can opt for a strapless bra. However, be sure it fits well because you don’t want to have to tug it upward every time you put your hands up to wave your flag or your rag. If your breasts are still perky then you can choose to wear nipple patches (pasties). These patches come in all sorts of shapes and colours and they’re quite sexy too. As for panties, well there is a wide range to choose from. Throw the granny panties away and get yourself a sexy thong. This way, you get rid of those unsightly panty lines. However, if you feel uncomfortable in thongs then you can choose to wear whole panties but be sure to get the seamless ones. For those of you who are going through your period at the point in time, you can choose to wear tampons and if tampons are not your kind of thing, these seamless whole panties will hold your feminine napkin snugly in place. Seamless panties are quite comfortable. Most are made with soft, breathable material, gives you tremendous freedom and best of all - they don’t show through your clothing. This leaves room for imagination right? If you’ve decided to wear something seethrough or an extremely short skirt, you can get yourself a seamless skin-coloured panty. It tricks others into thinking that they just might get a peek at your stuff but it keeps you covered! If you’re wearing a totally see through dress, you can go with the seamless nude thong or girl shorts and a nude bra or nipple patch, or you can simply wear a nude slip. As for tights, now there are comfortable tights in all sorts of colours. Choose to go with the nude looking ones or the ones that match your costume. When choosing stockings, go with something sheer that is right for your complexion. Lastly, when choosing underwear, comfort is of utmost importance. Take your clothing with you when you go to shop so you will know for sure whether lines and straps will show up and remember to make smart choices and keep those undies hidden!
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Kaelanne Jordan
Now that you’ve found your Carnival costume and know which fetes you’re going to, it’s time to look for those all important accessories to finish your ensemble. Trending colours Neon colours, bright prints, animal prints and metallics have become such a huge hit nowadays. No doubt, these colours will simply add a pop to your Carnival costume. You are sure to catch the eyes of those around you! Bangles Wearing eye catching jewellery is one perfect way of bringing life to your Carnival wardrobe and the hottest jewellery trend has got to be layering. Stacking a wrist full (or even both wrists) with big chunky bracelets, is a great way to make an outfit instantly hip. You can use bright coloured and metallic bangles or you can opt for more neutral tones, the choice is yours.
Sunglasses Sure, sunglasses are important for protection against the sun, but nowadays sunglasses are considered a compulsory fashionable statement accessory. You’ll be amazed at the variety of sunglasses available – classic, cat’s eye shapes, coloured lenses and geometric frames, to name a few.
Fete Phones Can you imagine going anywhere without having a bmobile smart phone and services at your fingertips? Look at it this way. You’re going to need info quickly, and texting (Group SMS) or instant messaging (Branded IM) is just one way to stay connected to your liming crew. Plus with bmobile’s 4G service, you can use that phone for so much more, such as: • Uploading liming pics • Downloading soca tunes • Live streaming of any fetes you may miss • Downloading and using fete apps – yes they have those – to find out when each event is happening • Finding fete locations using Google maps
Belts Belts are creatively versatile. They can be worn either on the waist or below the chest. Either way, belts can completely change the overall look of an outfit. If you want to add some glamour to your costume, then skinny/narrow leather belts will do just that. These belts are 1/2 inch wide and are designed to be worn at the hips. There are also super wide embellished belts studded with gemstones, studs, beads and symmetrically placed chains for the sporty rocker chicks too. Handbags The messenger bags are making a comeback, but this time they are tiny and dainty. This little bag, often strapped sideways across one’s shoulder is a perfect accessory for masqueraders needing a practical little purse to carry around seamlessly. Also, these handbags come in a wide variety of colour combinations, so you’re sure to find a colour to match or even colour block your fete gear or costume.
All bmobile prepaid and postpaid customers can access this service via an array of 4G data plans or bundles or in bmobile’s FREE Wi-Fi Bzones throughout the country. Of course, you need to keep your phone safe, so for those of us who don’t want to chance their expensive smart phone getting lost or stolen, they can get a bmobile fete phone which is a an affordable Blu Jenny handset that comes pre-loaded with credit. The fete phone comes in multiple colours to match your Carnival ensemble, so you’re always going to look your best! Hop over to www.bmobile.co.tt to find out more. Now you’re ready for the road!
By Bavina Sookdeo
feel nauseous, slightly drunk, wasted, strange or tipsy after only a few drinks and you know you should have been able to tolerate the amount of alcohol, then chances are your drink has been spiked, so please, GET TO SAFETY! Call someone you know, call an ambulance, go to a friend but NEVER accept help from a complete stranger.
spikes them. The drink-watcher should not be drinking alcohol, so maybe the designated driver can also be the drinkwatcher too.
Carnival time is here again and while we women are all about empowerment, freedom and wanting to party and enjoy ourselves, most importantly, we should also consider our safety, which is something should be at the top of our lists. Here are some safety guidelines to consider and remember when planning or attending that fete or party:
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Whenever you’re going to a fete, ensure that you are not alone. Get a group together and plan your night out. This means planning your journey to and from the fete, and girls, if you plan on leaving the fete with someone you’ve just met, please think again. You are putting yourself at MAJOR RISK!
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In the same way you designate a driver, you should designate someone to look after the drinks and ensure that no one
While it is important to have fun and enjoy yourself at Carnival time, remember what your mother always said - “Better safe than sorry.”
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Do not accept a drink from anyone you do not trust completely and do not exchange drinks or share them. Saying “no” is always an option. Never consume left over drinks, or drinks discarded by someone else - normally you may not do this but when consuming alcohol who knows what could happen! If your date offers to get you a drink, go with him to the bar and look at the bartender mix your drink. Also, never drink anything that has an unusual taste or appearance, for example, anything that has unexplained residue, a salty taste or excessive foam. If you think your drink has been spiked and you’re capable enough, call a friend or family member immediately and get yourself to safety. How do you know if your drink has been spiked? Well, I’m sure you know your tolerance to alcohol, so if you
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Ensure that you eat something before you drink. Food is known to slow down the rate alcohol gets absorbed into the bloodstream. In addition, it will give you more energy and make the hangover a bit easier to tolerate.
Limit yourself. Set your limits before going to the fete. Say “I will only have five drinks tonight” and stick to it! It is quite common when going out with friends to drink in rounds however you sometimes end up drinking more than you should in this way, so try not to drink in rounds. In addition, you should try to avoid ‘top up’ drinks. This would usually occur at a party where you can have your glass topped up. By drinking in this way you really can’t keep track of just how much you’re drinking. While the guidelines mentioned here speak solely about alcohol, there are many other guidelines women should consider when it comes to their personal safety, safety of their vehicles and home. For more information and tips on how to protect yourself you can visit the Trinidad and Tobago’s Police Service website: http://www.ttps.gov.tt/CitizenSupport/TTPSCarnivalSafetyTips.aspx While it is important to have fun and enjoy yourself at Carnival time, remember what your mother always said - “Better safe than sorry.”
The automated teller machine (ATM) revolution has made banking more convenient today than ever before. With the touch of a few buttons, you can withdraw cash, make deposits and transfer funds virtually anywhere an ATM is located. To ensure customer safety, banks place ATMs in areas that are visible to passers-by, trimming landscape to prevent potential criminals from hiding, and installing or upgrading lighting that is bright enough for use at night. Most banks have also installed cameras, special signs and have instituted daily cash withdrawal limits. Despite these safety measures ATM fraud continues to be carried out against consumers everyday. Here is some helpful information to safeguard your hard earned cash this Christmas: PROTECTING YOUR ATM CARD • Always protect your ATM card and keep it in a safe place, just like you would cash, credit cards or cheques. • Do not leave your ATM card lying around the house or on your desk at work. No one should have access to the card but you. Immediately notify your bank if it is lost or stolen. • Keep your Personal Identification Number
(PIN) a secret. Never write it down anywhere, especially on your ATM card. • Never give any information about your ATM card or PIN over the telephone. For example, if you receive a call, supposedly from your bank or possibly the police, wanting to verify your PIN, do not give that information. Notify the police immediately. USING AN ATM • Be aware of your surroundings, particularly at night. If you observe or sense suspicious persons or circumstances, do not use the machine at that time. • Have your ATM card ready and in your hand as you approach the ATM. Don't wait to get to the ATM and then take your card out of your wallet or purse. • Be careful that no one can see you enter your PIN at the ATM. Use your body to "shield" the ATM keyboard as you enter your PIN into the ATM. • To keep your account information confidential, always take your receipts or transac-
tion records with you. • Do not count or visually display any money you received from the ATM. Immediately put your money into your pocket or purse and count it later. • If you are using a drive-up ATM, be sure passenger windows are rolled up and all doors are locked. If you leave your car and walk to the ATM, lock your car. SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS FOR USING AN ATM AT NIGHT • Park close to the ATM in a well-lighted area • Take another person with you, if at all possible. • If the lights at the ATM are not working, don't use it. • If shrubbery has overgrown or a tree blocks the view, select another ATM and notify your bank. Remember, the power is yours! Courtesy www.consumer.gov.tt
As the weeks get more and more hectic this Carnival Season leave your stress at the door and step into a world of absolute comfort, sweet serenity and pure purity at Valsayn Luxury Spas Ltd. Let go and let our expert staff and state of the art beauty treatments rejuvenate and revitalize your skin, body, hair and spirit. Come Let us pamper you so you can look and feel your best this Carnival! Come to Valsayn Luxury Spas Ltd today and let us help you get ready for Carnival with:
• Face & Full Body Waxes • Manicures • Pedicures
• Anti-Cellulite Body Wraps • Cellulite Treatments • Body Peels
• Water Detox • Eyelashes • Make Up
• Hair (Including weaves) • Shrinking Coffee Wrap
• Full Leg and Bikini Wax with Leg Glow Spray
• After Party Treat for the Feet
• Anti Blemish Collagen Treatment Burn up to 600 calories!! In our Infra-red Saunas or enjoy one of our Signature Packages: Fit For Royalty - Unwind with a 15 minute Detox Skin Glo Sauna, followed by full body Swedish massage and grape and wine facial. The bliss ends with a hydrating pedicure while sipping on a glass bubbly (non-alcoholic). Pure Seduction - Enjoy a romantic couple’s massage using world renowned "YLANG YLANG" body oils for two in our very private and candle-lit VIP room. Both parties will be treated to our signature Skin Glo Detox Sauna, side by side full body, therapeutic one hour massages and a complimentary glass of non-alcoholic sparkling wine. Location Unit 207 Valsayn Shopping Plaza, Valsayn. Tel: (868) 663-0003 Email info@valsaynluxuryspa.com Hours Mon-Fri - 9:30 am - 6:00 pm Sat: 9:30 am - 5:00 pm We open on Sundays! Checkout our Facebook page or website: www.valsaynluxuryspa.com
Kamaflage FOR Karnival Donna Mohammed, Owner of Donna’s Skin Studio, has been in the Beauty business for over 24 years, focusing on her clients and meeting their beauty needs. Her most recent venture has been the Premiere of Donna’s Skin Studio’s interactive website. A visit to www.donnaskinstudio.com will immediately change ones impression of what to
expect at a Spa. From the user friendly layout of the website to the vivid colours and images on screen, one is transported to a place where time stops and relaxation begins. Information about the Spa, the team of professionals, products, services, pricing, events and promotions are at ones fingertips. Looking for employment? There’s a tab with an online appli-
cation form to complete and e-mail. Need a reservation at the Spa but don’t have the time to chat? One can do that on the website also from the comfort of one’s own home or office. Donna’s Skin Studio’s website is also the first in Trinidad and Tobago to have a personal online chat available to each guest. The “Ask Donna” tab is designed to allow guests the opportunity to ask any questions regarding skin care. Donna boasts of her expeditious response time and personal attention given to each guest. Other than answering questions, Donna also guides prospective guests through the reservation process and ensures her guests are satisfied with their first experience at the Spa. Visitors to the site will also be able to view and subscribe monthly newsletters. These newsletters include information about the latest in skin care products, services, events and promotions at the Spa, achievements of the team, healthy recipes and even coupons for cool savings! Also, because a great number of Donna’s Skin studio guests are male, Donna is mindful to ensure the content of the newsletter is interesting to both men and women. To subscribe to these newsletters all one needs to do is visit the website at www.donnaskinstudio.com locate the newsletter tab at the top of the page and subscribe. It’s as easy as putting ones name and e-mail address in! Subscribers will also receive e-mail blasts whenever we have promotions or new products and services available. You are also invited to visit the Spa at 126 S.S. Erin Road Duncan Village, San Fernando or call any of these numbers: 6521782, 299-2569 or 468-4485 to reserve an appointment and allow yourself the privilege of being treated at Donna’s Skin Studio. Opening hours are 9am to 6pm, Monday to Saturday. It’s an experience you will never forget!
The crowds are waking up to sounds of everyone talking about the colourful clothing that awaits them at all Francis Fashions Shoe Locker outlets this Carnival.
Whether you are heading to a fete, attending a house party or just want to be seen, Francis Fashions Shoe Locker has everything you need from top to bot-
tom (and then some)! Get the latest footwear, sunglasses, polo shirts and trousers. Sexy shorts for the ladies! Sporty shirts for the men. They’ve even
got printed tees to go with those hats and sports caps! It’s a Carnival Shoppers Paradise at Francis Fashions Shoe Locker Nationwide!