Your 50th Edition Guide to Entertainment, Culture, Fashion, Sports and Influential Women
14 Couples Celebrate Wedding Anniversaries BartenderS’ Recommended Cocktails to Try Clash of the Titans II The Chutney Event
DIGICEL’S 5TH ANNIVERSARY SHOW Featuring Keri Hilson, I-Octane, Morgan Heritage, X2 & Others Grammy Winner DONNIE MC CLURKIN Headlines GT&T’s Gospel Show
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Beverley Harper From Au Pair to Managing Director
TRAVEL Hurakabra Resort Nestled Along Guyana’s Riviera
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Contents GEM
16 LETTERS TO GEM What readers have to say about the last edition
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BIRTHDAYS Personality milestone
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4 20-SOMETHINGS You should know
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PERSONALITY Vishnu Doerga
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Grammy winner, Donnie Mc Clurkin Headlines GT&T's Gospel Show
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From Au Pair to Managing Director
PUBLISHER’S NOTES Welcome to the 50th Edition of GEM
GRACE KENNEDY 19th Anniversary Celebrations
Guyana's Premier Entertainment & Lifestyle Magazine April/May 2012 | Issue 50
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34 Digicel Guyana Celebrates 5th Anniversary Mashramani 2012 Highlights Clash of the Titans 2 Chutney Fans turned up in their thousands GEM BEAUTY Meet 21-year-old Yohlanda Anniversary Couples 14 Couples Celebrating Their Anniversaries COCKTAILS Bartenders' Recommended Cocktails to Try SAVVY SISTER Secrets to Maintaining Sexual Vitality
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Phagwah 2012 Guyanese Celebrating the Festival of Colours
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HEALTH BEAT Picking up the pieces after Trauma
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Donna Ramsammy - James’ SHAPE 2012 Collection
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TRAVEL HURAKABRA RESORT - Along Guyana's Riviera!
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RECIPES Shrimp & Spaghetti Noodles and Fruity Multigrain Rock Buns
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LAST SEEN HERE Random pictures of people and events. Were you there?
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Celebrating Guyana Since 2001
Issue 50 | April / May 2012 FOUNDER & PUBLISHER Simeon L Corbin MANAGING EDITOR Coretta Corbin-Rival ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGER Tiya Peterkin LAYOUT AND DESIGN Mark James SALES & MARKETING Simeon Corbin Tiya Peterkin Sophia Ramphal INTERNATIONAL SALES & MARKETING Director Coretta Corbin-Rival INTERNATIONAL DISTRIBUTION Director Michelle Corbin CONTRIBUTORS Coretta Corbin-Rival • Michelle Corbin • Colin Sulker • Carl Croker • Donna Shortt-Gill • Tiya Peterkin • Sophia Ramphal • June English • Michelle Gonsalves GUYANA AND THE CARIBBEAN GEM | P.O. Box 12396 | Georgetown | Guyana P: 011.592.225.1738 / 226.0540 / 624.2751 E: info@GemMagOnline.com W: www.GemMagOnline.com F: www.facebook.com/GEM.Guyana SUBSCRIPTION Guyana GYD5,500 Caribbean & North America USD40 Rest of the World USD45 http://www.gemmagonline.com DISTRIBUTION To sell GEM at your business, please email sales at sales@gemmagonline.com INTERNATIONAL SALES AND MARKETING Corbin Media Group P.O. Box 255906 Boston, MA 02125 USA Phone: 617.833.7482 Email: gem@corbinmediagroup.com MEMBER Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) Guyana Press Association (GPA) Tourism Hospitality Association of Guyana (THAG) ISSN 181-2019 Six times a year, GEM delivers the latest trends in business, charity, art, interior design, real estate, culture, cuisine, sports, entertainment, parties, fashion, events, beauty, weddings and travel. All rights reserved. Reproduction in part or whole without permission from the publisher is strictly prohibited. The publisher and editors are not responsible for unsolicited material and it will be treated as unconditionally assigned for publication subject to GEM’s rights to edit.
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Letters to own. Best of luck to Slingshot and family. – Alicia Guyadeen, Quebec, Canada Keep up the good work of highlighting the 20-somethings among us. It is refreshing to see some youths with some sense of direction in their lives. This article really shows that not all young adults are into crime and partying. I feel much better that Guyana’s future will be in capable hands. – Michael Singh
We welcome comments, criticisms and ideas from you. Let us know what you think about this edition. Send comments to letters@gemmagonline.com. Letters may be edited for space and clarity. This magazine has an international look that definitely portrays Guyana in a positive light. However, I would have like to see more coverage of Guyana's writers, poets, actors, musicians. - James Richmond I love the Savvy Sister articles. They are very inspiring and empowering to women. I would love to see many more of these kinds of articles appearing in all forms of local media. I know that a lot of women in our society lack the self-confidence and drive to be the best they can be because Guyana is still a male dominated society especially in the work environment. – Gloria Nelson Nice feature on John ‘Slingshot’ DrePaul. It was time that GEM put him on the cover. I have been a big fan of his for many years, but never had a chance to meet him personally. I think it is great what you are doing by shining the spotlight on people who continue to make Guyana proud. Sadly, we always tend to have a lukewarm way of recognizing and celebrating our 2012 APRIL/MAY GEM | 7
Publisher's Notes Avoid having your ego so close to your position that when your position falls, your ego goes with it. - Colin Powell Dear Valued Reader, Thank you for picking up a copy of GEM. The 50th edition of any publication is a major milestone, especially for magazines in Guyana. Many of you know of the trials and tribulations we have endured over the years, so you would understand how big is this achievement. Thanks to you our loyal supporters, we are still alive and kicking. April and May bring its own bit of excitement and hope. In North America at this time, spring is in the air, and people are beginning to put away their winter clothing, remove the plastic seals from their windows and start dusting off their barbeque grills. In Guyana, we look forward to Easter celebrations, regatta, rodeo and other activities in April, and Arrival and Independence Day events in May. Thanks to all of our fans who posted on our facebook wall and emailed us suggestions for our GEM 50th edition cover person. We received a lot of excellent ideas over the last few months of people that you felt were worthy of being on the cover. Even though many didn’t make it, I am confident that they will grace the covers of future issues. In the end of this exercise, the outright winner was Managing Director of Ansa McAl Guyana, Beverley Harper. The people who suggested her, mentioned that we needed to have a confident, educated and influential female. Of course, we agreed, and thus, Ms. Harper is the chosen one for our special anniversary cover. Be sure to read the honest, open and revealing article on her by writer Donna Shortt-Gill. This edition of GEM is also packed with Mashramani 2012 highlights, Designer Donna Ramsammy-James’ 2012 collection, many of the mega shows held at the National Stadium and much more.
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We also extend congratulations to the 14 married couples who are celebrating anniversaries this year. Here’s a toast to you from us and the mixologists at various bars around town who have recommended special cocktails for you to try on page 43. I am looking forward to seeing more of you advertisers onboard with us. A point to note; nowhere will you find another Guyanese product quite like GEM, that can give you the frequent mileage and exposure that your products and services truly deserve. As always, we appreciate your support as you continue to help us celebrate Guyana!
Enjoy yourself, Founder & Publisher GEM http://www.facebook.com/GEM.Guyana
May today be filled with sunshine and smiles, laughter and love.
Michelle Corbin
Fiona Singh
APRIL GEM’s Director Michelle Corbin (1) Guyana and West Indies cricketer Sewnarine Chattergoon (3) Singer Camille aka Meagan Vieira (4) Designer Michelle Cole-Rose (12) TV personality / actor Ron Robinson (16) Singer Melissa Roberts aka Vanilla (28)
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MAY Singer Ossie Nedd (9) Former Guyana and West Indies cricketer Leonard Baichan (12) Chutney singer Fiona Singh (23) Guyana Independence Day (26) GEM’s Director Coretta Corbin-Rival (23)
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n an ongoing series, GEM highlights some of the 20 year olds making a difference in their communities as established leaders or as rising stars. Some of these young people are already making waves in media, sports, entertainment, business, politics, music, medicine and other career choices. Despite the frequent talk of “brain drain” in Guyana and disillusioned youths, these young leaders are sticking
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around and aggressively pursuing their various fields of endeavor. They are intelligent, creative, self-assured and patriotic, and you won’t find them sitting around and complaining about what’s wrong with Guyana. This list is just a sample of the calibre of talent that is moving to the forefront of our society, ready to takeover and lead the country into a bright future.
Cassia Alphonso Age: 23 Hometown: Georgetown High School: School of the Nations Occupation: Director of Alfro Alphonso & Sons Group of Companies Claim to fame: Graduated with Honours from Hamilton College, majoring in English with a minor in Economics, winner of the John V. A. Weaver Prize in Poetry (U.S. Poetry Competition) and works featured in Red Weather (U.S. Collegiate Publication) Hobbies: Reading novels and poetry (especially written by Margaret Atwood, Maya Angelou, Walt Whitman, Toni Morrison and William Blake), watching make-up tutorials on YouTube :), swimming, watching basketball games (I’m a Miami Heat fan :P), volunteering and hanging out with my two older brothers. Relationship Status: Single Idol: My parents, they have both instilled in me a strong sense of morality, determination and the uncompromising value of knowing my self-worth. Politics is (stress, interesting, huh!): Interesting Where do you see yourself in 10 years: In ten years I hope to be happily married with a family. Professionally, I see myself along with my brothers expanding and further diversifying our family business. I would like by that time to have my own Publishing Company, as this is what I’ve dreamt of since my freshman year of college. Finally, if all my stars were to align perfectly, I aspire to be a published writer with my entire collection sitting on shelves in bookstores.
Sidney L Francois
Age: 25 Hometown: Campbelville High school: Alleyne's High School Occupation: Fashion Designer Claim to fame: Showcasing in Paris Hobbies: Dancing and cooking Relationship Status: Single Idol: Elie Saab Politics is (stress,interesting,huh!): Interesting Where do you see yourself in 10 years: Managing my own fashion house. 10 | GEM APRIL/MAY 2012
4 20-somethings You Should Know - Part VII Christopher Mackintosh Age: 21 Hometown: Diamond Housing Scheme, East Bank Demerara High School: Saint Stanislaus College Occupation: Reporter/Journalist Claim to fame: I began cycling around the age of 7 in the BMX category. I excelled and was dominant in all my categories. In December, 2002, I represented Guyana as a member of the Continental Cycling Club in a cycling competition in Barbados and brought home 8 gold medals (winning all of my races) and was also voted most outstanding cyclist of the competition by the Bajan officials. Back in Guyana I got the nickname "Golden Boy" Hobbies: Swimming, cycling, cricket Relationship Status: Single Idol: My idol is anyone that came from nothing and reached success in their life from hard work and determination. Politics is (stress, interesting, huh!): Politics is interesting Where do you see yourself 10 years: In ten years from now I would like to have my own business, preferably along the lines of technology, because I always say technology is the future. I would also like to be a husband and a father, so I can call my son "Malakai Ethan Mackintosh". I know life has many obstacles and challenges but when that bridge comes I'm positive that I’ll get to the other side.
Neil Jafer Age: 26 Hometown: Georgetown High School: St. Rose’s High Occupation: Lecturer and Admissions Officer Claim to fame: As a lecturer at GreenHeart Medical University, I am privilege to help foster medical students towards becoming successful young doctors. In addition to this I am also the head of the marketing division of the Guyana branch of Greenheart Medical University. Hobbies: Playing cricket, basketball, table tennis, pools and listening to music. Relationship Status: Married Idol: Well since I am a huge fan of the Los Angeles Lakers, it is not surprising that I admire Kobe Bryant for his competitiveness. He has a strong will and he gives his all in every game. Politics: I keep up to date with what’s going on, but that’s about it. Where do you see yourself in ten years: Well in the coming years I would like to finish a Masters in emergency medicine, and also improve my knowledge in medical education. Becoming a doctor has been a dream fulfilled for me so I feel accomplished as I am today. *************************************************************************************************
If you or you know of someone that should be considered for the 20-somethings list, feel free to contact us via e-mail at letters@gemmagonline.com 12 | GEM APRIL/MAY 2012
PERSONALITY
Vishnu Doerga Photography: submitted
Job: President of Upper Corentyne Chamber of Commerce and Industry Favourite dish: Sweet & Sour Chicken with plain rice and steamed vegetables Favourite movie: Matrix pt 1 Favourite romance song: I got you babe – Sonny & Cher
GEM: Why should people invest or seek employment in Corentyne, Berbice? Vishnu Doerga: Because of the abundance of potential that Berbice holds. There are so many untapped opportunities and resources just waiting to be discovered. Berbice also has a unique mix of the historic and modern, enabling any prospective investor or resident to play a critical part in creating a fitting environment. GEM: Where did you spend your childhood years and what was it like? VD: I spent my childhood years first in Suriname then in Guyana. It was a very turbulent childhood that made me mature at a very young age and taught me countless lessons that I still apply today. I credit many of my role models, both good and bad, for instilling a sense of purpose in me throughout my life. GEM: Growing up people thought I would…. VD: Fail due to circumstances. Self belief and confidence in my abilities have always ensured I achieved every task. GEM: What kind of dreams and aspirations do you have for your child? VD: I hope that my 10 yr old daughter never gets infected with the diseases of self doubt and corruption. That her mind remains unclouded and fair. That she overachieves by giving 100% to everything she sets her mind to. That she, one day makes a difference, for the better, in the lives of many. GEM: You seem to be involved in a number of activities how do you balance your personal and professional life?
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VD: On a knife’s edge. I have the extreme urge to take part in every activity that comes my way, achieve it and move to the next activity, much to my wife’s chagrin. At the end of my life, I truly want to be able to say: “been there, done that!” GEM: You have a lot of achievements which one of your achievements. You have a lot of achievements, which one of them makes you feel special? VD: In business it would be receiving the Georgetown Chamber’s 2011 “Young Business Executive” Award for demonstration of ambition, skill, vision and tangible business success. Personally it would be achieving a secure and happy family life at a very young age. GEM: What is the single most important reason for your success? VD: My wife, without her grounded thoughts, I might have made many overzealous mistakes. She has also played a key part in managing our day to day business, so that I can focus on the many challenges I set out to achieve. GEM: When you’re not working, what are you most likely to be found doing?
VD: Playing tennis, learning, going out to dinner with my family.
hands, lose games and not so good hands, win games. The lesson therefore is, make use of every card.
GEM: Because of your age and accomplishments do you face any challenges in the business sector? VD: Yes. Having leapfrogged several of my senior colleagues has caused some discomfort on their part. Many of them prefer to attribute my success to luck, which I think, makes it easier for them to swallow. However, there are also many of my seniors who have taken me under their wings and gently pushed me onward. Building credibility was also a laborious task, but when achieved was worth more than gold. As one of my mentors once told me: “when you have no credibility everyone wants cash, when you achieve credibility, they are no longer concerned about payment�.
GEM: After having achieved so much already, what else should we expect from you? VD: Expect me to take up many more challenges, do my best and hopefully inspire a few people along the way to make better use of their abilities in order to make this country a better place. I believe that everyone has an intrinsic urge for betterment, the key is to work assiduously toward satisfying that urge.
GEM: What is your philosophy in life? VD: What will be, will be, just make sure, you make the best of it! Anyone who has ever played cards, would have seen people with good
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ospel lovers received a treat at the Guyana National Stadium on January 20, 2012 as multitudes of them were there to listened to world renowned gospel singer and pastor, Donnie McClurkin, minister and sing to them. The gospel concert was sponsored by telephone giant Guyana Telephone and Telegraph Company (GT&T). Also performing at the show were local gospel artistes Mariam Williams, Solid Youth, Cheryln Malloney, Yohan Jackman, Renee Winter and GT&T’s Jingle and Song finalists Jenelle Perrier and Ester Osborne. Some of the noted personalities at the event were Prime Minister Samuel Hinds, GT&T’s Chief Executive Officer Yog Mahadeo, Leader of the Opposition David Granger and Commodore Gary Best.
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Pastor Donnie McClurkin performs
Photography: Carl Croker
Grammy winner, Donnie Mc Clurkin Headlines GT&T's Gospel Show
GT&T's PRO (centre) poses with her colleagues
GT&T’s CEO just before presenting Pastor Mc Clurkin with a token
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Digicel Guyana Celebrates 5th Anniversary
On February 17, 2012 at the Guyana National Stadium, Digicel Guyana celebrated its 5th anniversary with a mega concert featuring top local, regional and international artistes.
The main acts were American R&B and hip hop recording artiste Keri Hilson, Jamaican reggae artistes I-Octane and Morgan Heritage and from Guyana, X2.
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Digicel Girls Gramps Morgan Peter Morgan
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Beverley Harper
From Au Pair to Managing Director Text: Donna Shortt-Gill Photography: Simeon Corbin
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sent to a Maltese boarding school. Her brother had been placed in a boarding school from the age of nine. She also has a younger sister who went on to become an actress and is currently living in Ireland.
After the war, her parents met at an air force base. Her Guyanese father was stationed in England and her English mother was a Navy Wren. Through her father’s time in the air force, Beverley and her family had to move to various parts of England when her father was stationed overseas. When he was stationed in Malta, Beverley and her older sister Denise (Dias, well known for her work with Mothers In Black) were
The constant moving meant Beverley had to learn to adapt to a new environment with each move. She was always the new girl in school. She had to learn to make friends quickly and fit in. Noticeably not white and the ‘darkest’ in the family Beverley was most times the only coloured girl in her class. She had to learn to speak and act like her classmates so as not to stand out and pretend she was there longer than she actually was. Beverley saw herself as an ‘ugly duckling’, not being able to identify with the people who surrounded her. She tells the story of the day she felt very special after
orn in Germany in a town called Rinteln where her father was stationed with the army, Beverley Harper has become one of Guyana’s most powerful and respected women. As Managing Director of Ansa Mcal Ltd., Beverley has paved the way for women across Guyana to step into what is perceived as a man’s world.
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borrowing her sister’s bra. She met a young man who enquired if her name was ‘Rachel’. She replied no. He retorted ‘Racial Prejudice.' This was devastating to the newly confident Beverley Harper but was definitely a sign of the times. In those days, mixed marriages were extremely rare and very often the Harpers were the only coloured family in the area. Although at a pretty racial time in England, her father felt that living in smaller towns in England people were more accepting of mixed marriages once they got to know you. These early experiences, Beverley believes, sharpened her skills in judging a person’s character very quickly. Even though her father, Herbert or Herbie as he is fondly known, was away a lot, he was and still is the main male influence in her life and both share a mutual attachment to each other.
At the age of fifteen, Beverley moved to Guyana with her father who returned at the request of the then President of Guyana, Forbes Burnham who was her father’s brother-in law. The then First Lady to Guyana, Viola Burnham was Beverley’s aunt of which Beverley has great admiration. Coming to Guyana was an immense culture shock to Beverley. She arrived in January during her ‘O’ level year and had to sit her exams in June. But after a few weeks attending Bishop’s High School…she settled right in and to this day, felt totally at home…… finally! Her reason for this? She finally met people who looked like her. Her mother also embraced being in Guyana and made all efforts to get to know her husband’s country and family. She spent many years in Guyana before finally
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Beverley Harper from Au Pair to Managing Director Submitted Photo
a boyfriend. Within two weeks of being in Guyana she received three job offers. Thus began Beverley Harper’s career journey. Her first job on returning to Guyana was the marketing assistant at the Timber Export Marketing Board. Her second job was at GPC with Gussy Lee. She then moved on to NP Screen Printers, Laparkan, Vinelli, Bryden & Fernandes and eventually where she is today, Ansa McAl. Each move meant more money, promotion and respect. Beverley was not aware that her interview at Ansa McAl was for the position of Managing Director. She had actually applied for the position of Marketing Manager. She was elated when they asked her how she would manage the company and offered her such a prestigious position. The one thing Beverley has learnt and wholeheartedly believes is that you must love and have a passion for the work you do as most of your time is spent at work. If you love what you do and is passionate about it, you will never work another day in your life. Everyday, Beverley says, she looks forward to getting up and heading off to work.
Beverley in an early portrait
returning to England and remarrying. Beverley’s father finally returned to Guyana after twenty five years of being away after his wife passed away. On graduating from Bishop’s, Beverley returned to England and did a six month stint as an Au Pair and wanted to see Europe. She ended up in Belgium with a Jewish family. The lady of the house had fled Germany during the war to Brazil. The husband was from Hungary and had also fled to Brazil. The family eventually moved to Belgium and Switzerland. After finishing studies in England, Beverley found it hard finding a job. She applied to umpteen marketing and PR agencies without any success. So her father and her sister Denise encouraged her to return to Guyana. To her surprise, not only did she find employment but also the attention of many suitors. This ‘ugly duckling’ had turned into a swan! Up till then, she had never had 24 | GEM APRIL/MAY 2012
However, she is also aware that it is still a man’s world. But this tough cookie with the soft centre can hold her own. She believes women still do certain things better than men. Although she does not like to fire anyone she does not have a problem doing so if staff continually fails to perform well and show no loyalty and dedication. That doesn’t mean that she doesn’t get emotional at times. She prides herself in being caring and feels honoured with the loyalty she receives from her staff. She notes that she is a respected boss rather than a feared one. She is principled. She’s aware that staff sees her as a managing director and not a female managing director. She emphasizes that she has worked hard to earn the respect of her staff. Not fearing eventual retirement, she is toying with the idea of getting into consultancy and educating the young. With one daughter of her own, Beverley advises Chelsea to do something she enjoys. Money is not the be all and end all. Although you must be paid and respected for what you do, she says it’s important to find pleasure in what you do. Becoming a single parent when Chelsea was just three months old and still managing an illustrious career, Beverley Harper is the best role model any daughter could ask for.
Mashramani 2012 Photography: Simeon Corbin, Carl Croker and Donna Shortt-Gill
Highlights
Minister of Public Service, Dr. Jennifer Westford
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rom all indications, Guyana’s biggest annual cultural festival was a resounding success as thousands of locals and visitors lined the streets along the route for the February 23rd, Mashramani float parade. Mashramani 2012 saw some 33 bands representing a range of companies, government ministries and agencies, churches, schools, Regional Democratic Councils, Associations and other groups creating a colorful spectacle, as they entertained the spectators. 26 | GEM APRIL/MAY 2012
Soyini Fraser
This year was no exception, as spectators witnessed the steady stream of revelers gyrating and dancing to the sweet sounds of the masquerade bands, steel pans, stereos and makeshift musical instruments. Under the theme “Mashin with Pride, keepin our tradition alive,” sexy bodies, colourful costumes and innovative floats depicted our faith, lifestyles, flora and fauna, industries and other symbols of Guyanese culture.
Digicel's King of the Band entry
Troy Cadogan
Minister of Housing and Water Irfaan Ali and a reveller
Mashramani of course is more than just a one-day street parade. Since January, Mashramani related activities and competitions were being held across the country for both adults and school children as they competed for various prizes. The children’s competitions included junior calypso, poetry, dance, steel pan, costume and a float parade where children from 40 schools showcased their talents in various art forms. For the adults, there was the National Chutney 2012 APRIL/MAY GEM | 27
Mashramani 2012 Highlights Competition, National Calypso Competition, Carib Soca Monarch, Republic bank Steelpan Competition and the street parade. There was also an Illuminated Building competition for public and private sector entities vying for the best decorated building prize. Winners this season included Olympia SmallSonaram who was the designer for the Digicel Mash band was adjudged the top designer for 2012. Adrian Dutchin, picked up his fourth road march title, with his hit single ‘I am a Guyanese.’
PS of the Ministry of Youth, Culture and Sport Alfred King (centre) and the Minister Dr. Frank Anthony (right)
Members of the Chinese Association of Guyana Carib Beer's Queen of the Band
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In the Medium Semi Costume competition, The Chinese Association came in first place while in the float competition (Commercial) Banks DIH was adjudged the winner. Digicel Guyana won the title in the full costume (large category).
Banks DIH Limited King of the Band entry
Under the Semi- Costume Competition (Large category), the Youth Coalition for Transformation came in first.
Nigel Worrell
Charmaine Blackman
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Mashramani 2012 Highlights The Queen of the band went to Ansa McAL, while Digicel Guyana was awarded first place in the King of the band category. The Education Ministry won first place in the small costume category, while in the medium costume competition, the Agriculture Ministry won first place.
Ansa McAl PRO Darshanie Yussuf (right) poses with a colleague
In the regional categories, Region 3 took the title for the medium group, while Region 6 was named the winner in the Small category. Also in the Regional categories Region 4 took home both the King and Queen crowns. The Mashramani 2012 season concluded on March 2 with the presentation of prizes at the Umana Yana in Kingston.
The Ministry of Amerindian Affairs
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Haresh Singh - Chutney Monarch 2012 Selena and Stanley Ming
L-r: Mahendra Ramkellawan, Jumo Primo, Adrian Dutchin and Barbadian Peter Ram
Simone Savory and Kerwin Bollers
Designer Paul Burnette
Ingrid and Slingshot
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Mashramani 2012 Highlights
Vanilla and B52
Minister of Human Services Jennifer Webster
The Digicel Mash team pose with the Minister of Sport, Dr Frank Anthony (5th from left) and Adrian Dutchin (green shirt) at the prize giving ceremony 32 | GEM APRIL/MAY 2012
Jumo poses with his family after winning the Carib Soca Monarch title
PNC-R Chairman Robert Corbin with his wife Carol
Clash of the Titans II Photography: Carl Croker
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hutney fans turned up in the thousands to be a part of the Caribbean Fire Fest Production’s ‘Clash of the Titans 2’ show on March 3, 2012 at the Guyana National Stadium. The concert featured energetic performances by local, regional and international artistes and bands. Gracing the stage were Rick Romotar, Sally Sagram, D’ Hunter, Avinash Maharaj, Ranjeev Ramdeen, Anil Bheem, Vickash Sahadeo, Rishi Khaderu, Omesh Singh, RT and Raymond Ramnarine. On performing was Mahendra Ramkellawan and his Fire Fest Dancers. Among the bands performing were The Wave Band, Karma, Dil En Nada, Melobugz, Beemas and JMC 3VENI. Represent Guyana’s Dax New Generation and Shakti Strings International.
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Mahendra Ramkellawan
Chutney fans pose for the camera
Sassy Ramoutar
Rick Ramoutar
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Yohlanda Age: 21 Sign: Gemini Favourite Colour: Yellow Favourite Food: Chicken curry and Rice Hobbies: Singing, Modeling and Dancing Location: Goed Fortuin, West Coast Demerara
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Think you have what it takes to be a GEM Beauty? Then send us a professional quality photo of yourself with the required information to: letters@gemmagonline.com Please include a phone number so we can contact you. YOU MUST BE 18 YEARS OR OLDER.
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Anniversary Couples One good thing deserves another - guess that's how you found each other!
Andrew & Karen Boyle Husband: William Andrew Boyle; popularly known as Andy Wife: Karen Lesley (Gordon) Wedding date: 15th February, 1992 First dance song: Here and Now by Luther Vandross Honeymoon location: Woodbine Hotel Children: Mark, Andrew Jnr and Keziah Grandchildren: None as yet Piece of advice: Put God first in your life and everything else will fall into place.
Ray and Angela Rahaman Husband: Ray Rahaman Wife: Angela Wedding date: April 22 First dance song: You are still the One - Shania Twain Honeymoon location: Le Meridian Children: 6 Grandchildren: 1 Piece of advice: Communication.... the key to a successful marriage. 38 | GEM APRIL/MAY 2012
Gerald and Debbie Gouveia Husband: Gerald Gouveia Wife: Debra (Fiedtkou) Wedding date: August 6, 1986 First dance song: She wears my ring Honeymoon location: Montreal, Canada Children: Two sons Grandchildren: None Piece of advice: Husbands should humble themselves to their wives & both parties need to learn the art of compromise.
Dave and Annette Martins Husband: David Anthony Martins Wife: Annette (Murray) Wedding date: December 16, 2008 First dance song: None, but Annette sang(?) the song "Always" with Dave's guitar accompaniment. Honeymoon location: Baganara Number of children: None Piece of advice: Live together for at least a year before making it official.
Bevaughn and Linda Moore
Camille and Peter DeGroot
Husband: Bevaughn Moore Wife (nee): Linda (Mendonca) Wedding Date: October 2nd 2004 First Dance Song: from this moment by Shania Twain Honeymoon Location: Prairie hotel Children: Tia Moore and Selina Moore Piece of advice: never let another person choose your destiny because at the end of the day it is still about what you want as an individual.
Husband: Peter deGroot Wife: Camille (Teekasingh) Wedding Date: 8th August 1987 Years: 25 years First Dance Song: So long ago I cant remember... but it was a dance in the Cave Night Club way back in 1985!! Honeymoon location: Beautiful Barbados Children: Three Kids... two sons and one daughter Piece of Advice: A great marriage is between a deaf husband and a blind wife.
Dennis and Denise Dias
Kit and Gem Nascimento
Husband: Dennis Simon Dias Wife: Denise Mary (Harper) Wedding Date: 30th March, 1990 First Dance Song: Foot Loose. Honeymoon Location: Tobago. Children: Alicea (daughter) - Age 17, (Killed by an alleged drunken driver - 23rd August, 1996), Dominique (daughter) Age 21. Deje (son) - Age 19. Piece of Advice: Enjoy a date night together every week. We go out to dinner every Friday evening.
Husband: Kit Nascimento Wife: Gem (Madhoo) Wedding date: December 5, 1998 Years: 13 years First dance song: "from this moment" by Shania Twain Honeymoon location: our home in the Essequibo River Number of children: none Piece of advice: Take advantage of opportunities when they present themselves, never let an opportunity slip by
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Augustus and Bridget Corbin Husband: Augustus ‘Gus’ Corbin Wife’s name: Bridget Louise (Thorne) Wedding date: April 24, 1965 Years: 46 First Dance Song: She wears my ring Honeymoon location: Wakenaam Children: 5 Grandchildren: 4 Piece of advice: Have a whole lot of tolerance
Enrico and Patricia Woolford Husband: Enrico Woolford Wife: Patricia (Stoll) Wedding date: August 30 1986 Years: 25 First dance song: Cherish the time Honeymoon location: Trinidad’s Atlantic Coast Number of children: Two, Kerry Liana (daughter); Andrew Jean Pierre(Son) Number of grandchildren: Nil Piece of advice: “Cherish the time you have”
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Mauricee and Chandra Amres Husband: Maurice Wife: Chandrama Wedding date: July 31, 1999 – To keep our union in one millennium and not the other First dance song: And to love you so – by Perry Como Honeymoon location: Miami Children: Adults Piece of Advice: Say “yes dear” always.
Shyam and Melisa Nokta Husband: Shyam Nokta Wife: Malisa Wedding date: July 30, 2010 First dance song: Angels by Robbie Williams Honeymoon location: Holland and United States of America Number of children: None Piece of advice: Communicate, respect for self and each other, trust, faith, laugh together and at each other sometimes, don’t go to bed angry or hurt, remember your vows and remember never ever pass up an opportunity to say "I love you".
Ravi and Varsha Mangar
Ryan and Cindy Rahaman
Husband: Ravi Mangar Wife: Varsha (Sharma) Wedding date: July 28, 2007 First dance song: "Amazed" by Lonestar Honeymoon location: Europe Children: None Piece of Advise: "For every second you spend being angry is a lost second of happiness you can never get back!"
Husband: Ryan Rahaman Wife’s name: Cindy (Singh) Wedding dates: Hindu July 30, 2005, Christian August 1, 2005 First Dance Song: Shania Twain's "When you kiss me" Honeymoon location: Royal Caribbean Cruise to Puerto Rico, St. Maarten, St. Thomas and the Bahamas Children: Nathan older and Noah Piece of advice: I'd prefer not to give any advice... perhaps you could just use this quote: "Happy marriages begin when we marry the ones we love, and they blossom when we love the ones we marry." - Tom Mullen
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BARTENDERS' Recommended Cocktails E
ver went to a bar looking for an unusual cocktail drink, only to end up with the common ‘Bloody Mary’ and ‘Sex on the beach’ drinks because the bartender couldn’t come up with any? Well look no further, we went bar hopping recently and got
the bartenders at a couple establishments around town to share some of their house mixes with us. So, the next time you visit any of these establishments, you can sound like a person who knows their mixes by ordering one of these specialty cocktails by name.
MONTE CARLO SPRITZER Ingredients: Sprite, XL Energy Drink, Strawberry Syrup, Vodka, Amaretto Club Monaco 63 A Sheriff Street, Georgetown
Blue Margarita Ingredients: Lime juice, Tequila silver, De Kuyper Blue Curaçao, Vodka, Triple sec. Buddy’s Night Club 137 Sheriff Street, Georgetown
Marley Martini Experience the ease of the Caribbean with this perfect fusion of melon, banana and grenadine – after one sip, you won’t worry about a thing!
A premium, mobile cocktail bar To book Shaker’s Cocktail Bar for your event, contact Kian Jabour at 687-2666. E-mail: kian_jabour@hotmail.com, or visit www.facebook.com/shakers.cocktail.bar
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EL DORADO RUM SWIZZLE Ingredients: El Dorado 5YR Old , Cherry Juice, Orange Juice, Strawberry Syrup, Dash of Bitters Demerara Distillers Ltd.
Dirty Strawberry The universally acclaimed Mudslide meets the irresistible flavours of the chocolate dipped strawberry in this sweet combination of cream liqueur, chocolate syrup and strawberries.
Island Oasis Ingredients: Vodka, Peachtree Liqueur, Malibu, Blue Curacao, Orange Juice, Ice and Shake. Duke Lodge Duke Street, Georgetown Tel: 231-7220 A premium, mobile cocktail bar To book Shaker’s Cocktail Bar for your event, contact Kian Jabour at 687-2666. E-mail: kian_jabour@hotmail.com, or visit www.facebook.com/shakers.cocktail.bar
Pegasus Passion Ingredients: Rum, Passion Fruit Juice, Cherry Juice, Grenadine Syrup, Lemon Juice, Garnish with pineapple and cherry,
Sweet Romance Friday’s Sheriff Street, Georgetown Phone# 219-4345
BLUE MARGARITA Ingredients: Ivanoff Blue, Margarita Mix / Lime Juice, De Kuyper Blue Curaçao Demerara Distillers Ltd.
Melon Mimosa Ingredients: Undurraga Demi Sec, Melon liqueur, Sweet & Sour bar mix & Peach Snaps ANSA McAL Angelica Rodney, Tel: 600-8323, 220-0455
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SAVVY SISTER
Secrets to Maintaining Sexual Vitality Text: Coretta Corbin-Rival
Many studies on sexual health and vitality have found that the benefits of a healthy sex life include: • increased intimacy and feeling of emotional connection with partner • improved sleep and self-esteem • stress and anxiety relief • extended life Secrets to maintaining sexual vitality include healthy levels of hormones secretion such as oxytocin, vasopressin, serotonin, testosterone, and norepinephrine during sexual intercourse and intimacy. As an important hormone needed in the reproduction process, Oxytocin is considered the “love or cuddle hormone” which gives humans the warm and fuzzy feeling to cuddle and care for others. Vasopressin is said to be one of the hormones that promotes the desire to bond with others. Apart from being a mood regulator, Serotonin also plays a role in our sexual arousal and desire. Address Sexual Dysfunction: Educating yourself about the sexual issues you or your partner may experience is a great way of keeping your relationship alive. As we age, many physical changes in our body occur. The vigorous sex life we once had in our twenties become subdued as hormone production declines, causing issues like erectile dysfunction in men, vaginal dryness and pain for women. Lost of one’s libido can also be a mood killer for both men and women. Treating these issues has never been easier than before due to the many advances in medicine and sexual therapy. Self Discovery: An embarrassing issue for many, self pleasuring or masturbation is one of the many ways of discovering what makes you feel good sexually. Many times, as women, we tend to mistakenly believe that men are mind readers and will know how to please us. Experts say that a large percentage of women unfortunately do not achieve orgasm due to their lovers’ inability to elicit sexual response. Through self 44 | GEM APRIL/MAY 2012
pleasuring, you can learn to find the pleasure zones on your body and in turn teach your partner how to make you happy. Show Affection: Even when you are not in the mood for a romp in the sack, engaging in kissing, caressing, petting and cuddling with your partner can maintain the emotional and physical bond between you. With your partner, find a quiet place and time to relax to enjoy foreplay. Be patient with each other as the changes in your body will cause you to take longer to be aroused and reach orgasm. Be Creative: Many times, sex in a relationship can become mundane. Finding ways to keep the excitement going takes work and the willingness of both partners. A technique used by many sex therapists to keep the spark between couples is the use of sex toys. Introducing sex toys into your relationship can help to enhance the experience, especially if your partner is having difficulties keeping an erection. Keeping the vigor in your relationship takes the ability to give and receive love.
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Phagwah 2012 Photography: Carl Croker
A section of the crowd at the National Stadium
Guyanese of all walks of life celebrated the annual Hindu festival Phagwah across the country on March 8, 2012, which was also a national holiday. Photographer Carl Croker captured some of celebrations at the Indian Culture Centre, the Guyana National Stadium and the Kendra in Prashad Nagar.
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Members of the Nadira and Indranie Shah Dance troupe
The Mattai's PM Samuel Hinds, DDL's Dr. Yesu Persaud and GTT's Yog Mahadeo
Tassa Drummers
Mayor Hamilton Green and Minister of National Resources Robert Persaud
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HEALTH BEAT
Picking up the pieces after Trauma Text: Coretta Corbin-Rival
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t is normal to experience a wide range of emotions and physical reactions following a traumatic event in one’s life. However, for some people, trauma may be devastating and leads to symptoms called Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). People who experience PTSD have difficulty moving forward with their lives after trauma occurs. Experts believe that this is because PTSD sufferers become stuck in the phase of re-living the traumatic experience. What is PTSD? PTSD is described as a shocking or life-threatening event that causes a person to feel a sense of helplessness or intense fear that freezes him or her in the experience. PTSD may be caused by natural and man-made disasters. These include: earthquake, flood, volcano, famine, war, sexual molestation, rape, physical, emotional and verbal abuse, murder and other crimes. The sudden death of a loved one or even witnessing a devastating event can also have a tremendous effect on ones emotional health and wellbeing. Symptoms of PTSD PTSD symptoms may occur within days or even years after the traumatic event occurred. The most common signs of PTSD are; sleep disturbance, difficulty concentrating or focusing, easily startled or feeling jumpy, reoccurring nightmares and flashbacks of the event, denial that the event occurred and avoidance of activities that remind the person of the event.
Moving Forward Healing from trauma is a gradual and ongoing process that takes time. Some of the ways in which you can begin the healing process include: Break the Silence. Many times because of the shame or guilt experienced after the trauma, we may be afraid to talk about our experience. But like talk-therapy, expressing your feelings about your traumatic experience can help you work through and come to terms with what you have experienced and are going through. Talking to others about your experience can help them know what is bothering you and help you find a resolution. Surround yourself with supportive and positive people. This may mean joining a support group of people with similar experience. Listening to other people’s stories can help you realize that you are not alone, which is a common misconception for people experiencing PTSD. Having a support group or people who empathize with you and your situation also helps you rebuild the trust in others and yourself, and let you know that what you are feeling is normal. Be patient with yourself. Healing is a process that takes time. Trying to heal too quickly can hinder your healing process by causing you to feel overwhelmed. Be aware that working through trauma will elicit old memories, be painful and open emotional wounds that have long been buried. Taking things a little at a time, will allow you to heal at your own pace and avoid overwhelming you with the distressing memories and sensations of the trauma. Model: Prita
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FASHION Photography: Carl Croker
Donna Ramsammy-James’ SHAPE
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ate last year, renowned designer Donna Ramsammy-James launched her SHAPE 2012 collection under the theme ‘Afrika Milele.’ The theme was chosen to recognize the declaration of 2011 as the International Year for People of African Descent.
This year’s collection included 115 pieces of garments that were divided into various categories using colour schemes of mauve and black, burgundy and black, yellow & green, red and black, black and white, orange and black, blue and green, as well as white.
Afrika Milele was an eclectic mix of elegant and casual African styles for both genders. These styles as with previous SHAPE collections incorporated the softness of Asia, the depths of Africa and its Diaspora, and the rich colours of the Caribbean.
The models were also accessorized with seeds, beads, shells, leather, feathers, belt goblets, veils, stones, face masks, handbags, scarves and face paintings.
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TRAVEL
HURAKABRA RESORT Along Guyana's Riviera
Text & Photography: Donna Shortt-Gill
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ou couldn’t ask for a more hospitable couple than the Nascimentos with stories told of their early days and where they see themselves in the years ahead. Still with that youthful admiration for each other, they share funny, happy, historical and intimate stories of their years before and after their union, a union which was tied on their resort, Hurakabra. Kit and Gem are the perfect hosts when you visit their idyllic resort which is situated on the West Bank of the sprawling Essequibo River -a getaway haven which was originally built as a retirement home for the Nascimentos following their years of hard work, travel adventures, sports, politics and of course, drama. Kit was our ‘ship’s captain’ from the Roeden Rust 54 | GEM APRIL/MAY 2012
Marina. For a man of his years, (age is definitely nothing but a number) he maneuvered their speedboat, GEMMA, through the sometimes wild and rough Essequibo River with skilled precision. We couldn’t have been in more capable hands. His years in yachting and speedboat racing have definitely paid off. For the first time travelling along the Essequibo River, I really took note of the surroundings. Who actually lived along the river in those picturesque villas? Kit and Gem referred to the vast river with its ‘socialite’ inhabitants as the ‘Guyanese Riviera’, likened to the French Riviera. On arrival on the shores of Hurakabra (about 2 hours in total from Georgetown) you are instantly amazed at the tranquility and beauty of the resort. The spacious land
has a welcoming ambiance with a certain uniqueness catapulting you to a time and place a million miles away from the hustle and bustle of Georgetown. Set on the waterfront, the resort consists of three buildings. The main building, Mango Tree Villa, is a ranch style villa which can host a party of up to 8 or a family. The doorway to the villa leads you straight into the homestyle kitchen and dining area which is surrounded by historical memorabilia. Just between the kitchen and the dining area there is an intriguing spiral staircase leading up to the lounge area and bedrooms. The bedrooms and en suite bathrooms are all semi modern yet maintaining a rustic feel. The wrap around verandah boasts unique Guyanese crafted furniture with amazing views of the restless Essequibo River, the evergreen tropical forest and inviting blue sky - and if you need further relaxation, you will find placed in a quiet corner of the verandah a swirling Jacuzzi. Located closer to the waterfront, is Bamboo Cottage, so named because of the numerous bamboo trees surrounding this cosy cottage. It is ideal for those honeymooning, a romantic getaway or just as a peace
Gem and Kit Nascimento
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HURAKABRA RESORT - Along Guyana's Riviera HURAKABRA RESORT Photo
haven. It is self-contained with amazing forest views and a surround porch overlooking the waterfront. It has its own outdoor dining area for private dining. Once again, all the furnishings boast Guyanese craftsmanship and like Mango Tree Villa, semi-modern amenities. For those who want to mingle, there is also a Beach Bar and Grill deck furnished with sunbeds and sofas - perfect for an evening ‘hang’. You may also choose to take in more of the Essequibo River experience by relaxing on the boat landing stretched over the Essequibo River. If physical activity is more your thing, then there are nature walks through the dense tropical forest with its vast plant life, bird watching, kayaking, boating, 56 | GEM APRIL/MAY 2012
swimming, jet-skiing, indoor and outdoor games. All of this set to the music of the various birds and monkeys going about their business in the towering tropical trees. Kit and Gem have put a great deal of thought and planning into the construction of this resort catering for the needs, desires and comfort of their guests. Their vivid personalities are felt throughout. A day trip or weekend jaunt promises to be full of memorable moments. Hurakabra Resort, an idyllic island getaway along the Guyanese Riviera - the Essequibo River. Tel: 592 225-2557, 226-0240 Essequibo 445-3200 Email: booking@hurakabragy.com
Shrimp and Spaghetti Noodles Photography: Simeon Corbin
INGREDIENTS
• 1 pound cooked medium shrimp, peeled and cleaned • 8 ounces uncooked spaghetti noodles • 2 tablespoons parsley flakes • 1 tablespoon of mixed seasoning • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon black pepper • 1 cup of mixed vegetables • 1/2 cup chopped onions • 2 garlic cloves, minced • 1/2 cup thinly sliced celery • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
PREPERATIONS
• Cook spaghetti noodles according to the directions on the package. • In a large skillet, sauté soy sauce, spices, seasonings, vegetables and oil for 2-3 minutes. • Add shrimp to the mixture in skillet; cook for 3-4 minutes. • Drain pasta then add contents of skillet. Toss spaghetti until coated.
Fruity Multigrain Rock Buns Text & Photography: NAMILCO
INGREDIENTS to make the mixture:
• 325g Maid Marian Multigrain Flour • 4 tsp baking powder • pinch of salt • 1 tsp mixed spice • 1 tsp grated nutmeg • 175g butter or margarine, softened • 75g light soft brown sugar • 175g mixed dried fruit (raisins, cranberries, blueberries etc.) • 1 egg beaten • A little milk for mixing
PREPERATIONS
Preheat the oven to 425º F. Grease a large baking tray. Mix together the Maid Marian Multigrain Flour, baking powder, salt and spices. Rub in the fat then stir in the sugar and dried fruit. Add the beaten egg and enough milk to mix to stiff dough. Spoon on the prepared tray and bake for 15 - 20
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WERE YOU THERE?
Sonia Noel Foundation for Creative Arts Launched
Photography: Carl Croker
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n January 19, 2012, at Duke Lodge in Kingston, designer Sonia Noel officially launched the Sonia Noel Foundation for Creative Arts (SNFCA). The Foundation’s mission as stated in a release is to “explicitly foster and promote youth empowerment and sustainable development initiatives within the creative industry.” Recently, Noel has been collecting various fashion accolades across the Caribbean for her work in the industry over the last 15 years.
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3 1. Jumo Primo, Donna ShorttGill and Adrian Dutchin 2. Jillian James, Nicolette Lumumba and Pamela Dillon 3. Roshini Boodhoo performs a dance 4. Richard Younge 5. A model
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WERE YOU THERE?
5th Annual Namilco Football Festival Photography: Carl Croker
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pposition leader Brigadier (Ret) David Granger (3rd from right back row), poses with the victorious Guyana Defence Force (GDF) team and NAMILCO officials after the GDF won the final on March 4, 2012. They beat Beacon FC 4-0 at the Tucville ground. The GDF received $1M and a trophy.
Guyana Olympic Association Annual Awards
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he Guyana Olympic Association (GOA) held their annual Awards Appreciation Dinner on March 2, 2012 at the Georgetown Club to recognize individuals and organizations for their support of the Olympic Movement and Olympic sports over the last year. This year’s awardees included Fitz Charles McLean, Conrad Plummer, Sensei Winston Dunbar, Garfield Butcher, Earl O’Neil, Arnold Dubraj, Jordan Thompson, Edison Jeffers, Coleen Lydel and Rosehall Youth and Sports Club. Seated: President Donald Ramotar (in white shirt) poses with Dr. Karen Pilgrim, Charles Corbin, President of the Guyana Olympic Association (GOA) K. A. Juman Yassin, Minister of Sport, Dr. Frank Anthony, Ansa McAl’s Beverley Harper and other awardees and officials. 60 | GEM APRIL/MAY 2012
Photography: Carl Croker