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Oftentimes I travel to distant lands and am surprised that so many people I have met have never been to the Caribbean although global travellers.
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thers do not even know the name of individual islands, but perhaps know us only by the name of the region, for example ‘West Indies’ — particularly if they follow the game of cricket and would have heard of the West Indies Cricket Team. But if I delve a bit deeper in conversation with them I usually leave them in awe, as I weave together the pieces of our history and contemporary lives that make our island homes stand out. They are intrigued when I tell them that Martinique was the birthplace of Empress Josephine the wife of Napoleon Bonaparte of France; Jamaica is the home of Reggae music; Saba, a Dutch island, operates the shortest commercial airport in the world; and Cuba has 9 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the highest number of any Caribbean country, which all together have 23 such sites. There is so much to discover in the Caribbean through our landscapes, rich history, and contemporary lives, that will have our visitors returning again and again to savour unique experiences with each return to our islands in paradise. I extend an invitation to each and every one of our readers to help us spread the charm and wonder of this sun-kissed region to your acquaintances, business associates, friends, and family who have not yet visited the Caribbean, so they can come and explore the many life-changing moments that await them in our islands in the sun. With best wishes from the JamaquePARADIS team. Peter Williams at the Kalinago Villa, Intercontinental Cabrits Resort & Spa.
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The tea kettle was made by Solomon Saldana and the plant decoration near the spout depicts a tea plant. His inspiration for this was remarkably located by Barker in the Universal Magazine of Knowledge and Pleasure. This was a periodical designed to be “instructive and entertaining to gentry, merchants, farmers, and tradesmen ...”, and it seems that the Magazine was important to goldsmiths too.
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comprised of 57 individual items. Almost all made in Jamaica apart from one, a sugar caster, made in SaintDomingue on the island of Hispaniola, which is present-day Haiti and Dominican Republic. At the time of this silverware’s production, the economy of these Caribbean islands was built on enslaved plantation labour. The collection was amassed over 30 years by avid silver specialist and researcher Robert Barker, who was born in Kingston, Jamaica, in 1960. Barker began collecting as a boy, initially focusing on coins, before expanding to historic and contemporary silverware. He was not simply a collector, however, but a scholar. His interest in archival research led him to the rediscovery of an Assay Office in Jamaica founded in 1747. Assay Offices quality checked and marked all gold and silverware, and the existence of the rediscovered Jamaican Assay Office suggests that such items were being produced on the island. This knowledge had previously been lost. Once Robert knew what to look for, he set out to locate and collect silverware which carried the Jamaican Assay Office mark. This led him to investigate a group of Scottish silver previously thought to be from Old Aberdeen due to the marks found on it. In 1986, he published the results of this research in an article titled ‘Jamaican Goldsmiths, Assayers and their Marks from 1665 to 1765’. The article convincingly laid out the argument for the reclassification of this silver from Scottish to Jamaican-made. His findings were subsequently met with widespread approval amongst silver specialists which eventually led to museums, like National Museums Scotland, updating their collections information to reflect the discovery. nms.ac.uk | JP
Fashion Culture NOVEMBER 2023
An Historic Evening for Latin American Fashion: The First-Ever Awards Ceremony of the Latin American Fashion Awards
Left to Right: Ivan de Pineda, Leslie Grace, Anna dello Russo
THE TIME IS NOW! The First Edition of the Latin American Fashion Awards delivered a star studded evening.
The inaugural Latin American Fashion Awards (LAFA) unfolded in grandeur at Casa de Campo, in the Dominican Republic, on 4 November 2023, leaving an indelible mark with its spectacular celebration of style, creativity, and talent, along with its strong focus on social well-being and environmental consciousness. By Prissilla Zamboni Tejada
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he evening opened with a sparkle of flowing gowns and chic fashion worn by local and international celebrities who flaunted their outfits in front of paparazzi, and in doing so grabbed the eyes of the audience present who crowded to take photos alongside their favourite celebrity icons. Anna dello Russo, Kean Etro, Nina Garcia, J. Balvin among others, plus local celebrities like Giannina Azar, Luz Garcia, Pamela Sued, were some of the VIPs on the A-list of this memorable night.
The emotions of the evening were palpable and contagious, as one of the most anticipated fashion events of the year was here — the First Edition of The Latin American Fashion Awards. For the first time, the Latin American communities came together to celebrate their achievements in art, music, and fashion. jamaqueparadis.com
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harply tailored, rendered in traditional menswear fabrics, oversized bows and knots grace ready-to-wear and accessories. Boxy cropped jacket in soft white grain de poudre featuring wide peak lapels and a slit pocket on the chest. Made with certified wool yarn, finished with a concealed front fastening. Complete the look with soft black leather mini skirt featuring a high waist and a twisted knotted bow ending in a drape. The skirt is finished with a back zip fastening. Add Alexander McQueen’s Black faux leather boot with an oversized bow on the side. The sculptural silhouette hides the internal boot and creates the illusion of a single-piece construction. Finished with a glossy, black-lacquered Armadillo heel. Make a personal Statement beyond just style. www.alexandermcqueen.com
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WINNERS Willy Chavarria Designer of the Year, Mexico Raúl López - Luar Brand of the Year, Dominican Republic Karoline Vitto Emerging Designer of the Year, Brazil Zaya, Fashion Influencer of the Year, Brazil Tomas Verdi - Verdi Artisanal Project of the Year, Colombia Adrián López Velarde and Marte Cázarez - Desserto Responsible Project of the Year, Mexico Ecocitex, Responsible Project of the Year, Chile Daniela Villegas Accessories Brand of the Year, Mexico “Divina” by Ode Fashion Film of the Year, Brazil Hiandra Martinez Model of the Year, Dominican Republic Marcelo Gutierrez Fashion Artist of the Year, Colombia Elliot and Erick Jiménez Emerging Photographer of the Year, Cuba Camila Falquez Photographer of the Year, Mexico J Balvin Fashion Icon of the Year, Colombia Lineisy Montero, Dominican Republic Local Star
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“I dedicate this award to all immigrants, like me, to my family, to all those who told me I wouldn’t make it” said Mexican-American Willy Chavarria, winner of Designer of the Year. Winners shared that hard work, humility, and support from family and friends helped them to achieve their dreams in life. Case in point, Lineisy Montero, awarded Local Star of the Dominican Republic, spoke about the unconditional support of family and friends, in particular her Mother who accompanied her on stage, emphasising that this goal was achieved together. This event put a spotlight on Latin American talent by paying tribute to and providing them with a platform to foster their creativity and contribution to the fashion, art, and entertainment industries around the world. Also highlighted were recycling projects that focus on eco-sustainable alternatives for the creation of designer clothing, accessories, and furnishings crafted by companies such as Ecocitex and Desserto who are committed to the mission of raising consumer awareness about environmental problems. The Colombian brand, Verdi was also lauded for its creation of fashion and furniture pieces through the combination of natural and contemporary fibres. As part of its social responsibility, the event welcomed indigenous Brazilian model Zaya along with actress and activist Indya Moore, who spoke about the social realities of Brazilian indigenous people and the importance of recognition and awareness. “This means a lot, this means not jut for us but jamaqueparadis.com
for all the Latinos that are fighting for inclusion and representation. This is a new revoltution coming of change makers in the world and I’m here to support them and to represent them” — Zaya The evening closed with a performance by Colombian singer J. Balvin, who was awarded Fashion Influencer of the Year. His energetic presentation had the audience on their feet in a festive mood that befitted perfectly this night of glamour, style, and culture. It was not only an event to celebrate achievements, but also a tribute to the influence of the role of Latino women and men in art and fashion. Perseverance, resilience were recognized and finally celebrated. An ambitious project created by two strong minds — Constanza and Silvia, with well-defined ideals, focused on making Latin American talent recognised internationally by breaking through cultural and social walls. They have started a movement with an unprecedented impact that will see the Winners under the spotlight of international eyes across the world. | JP
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Left to Right: Autumn-Winter 1951-52; 1956 black Cottoman cocktail dress by Christian Dior New York Fashion; Chanel Spring-Summer 2024 collection; Woman's “Ligne Longue” cocktail dress by Christian Dior; Princess Diana's 'revenge dress' ©Rex Features.
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n the 1920s Dior’s “Little Black dress” first captured the fashionable imagination in women’s dress as a radically modern, masculine-inspired style, free from the earlier constraints. Recently the National Museum of Scotland exhibition ‘Beyond the Little Black Dress’ revisited the classic and cutting-edge catwalk creation. Coco Chanel designed a simple, short dress in 1926 — considered radically modern, disregarding the conventional design at the time, and became a must have for every woman’s ward robe. It challenged social norms around colour, sexuality, politics and created cultural shifts of beauty and identity. This new style translated into a ready-to-wear staple of late afternoon and cocktail hours. Today the “Little Black dress” is seen as a versatile and elegant piece of clothing that
can be dressed up or down for various occasions. When Princess Diana stepped out in the offthe-shoulder design by Greek designer Christina Stambolian after her separation from Prince Prince Charles, the ‘revenge dress’ was deemed ‘too daring’ — transforming Diana into a fashion icon. Today the iconic ‘Little Black Dress’ is a staple colour of nearly every modern wardrobe. Scholars of both fashion and colour have discovered that the black dress has an incredibly wide range of symbolic meanings, including austerity, virtue, wealth, sophistication, eroticism, mourning, and evil enigmatic colour. The colour black has an enticing beauty to it. It is also associated with prestige, power, intelligence, glamour, and luxury giving the impression of elegance, confidence, and sophistication. | JP jamaqueparadis.com
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BREMONT HIP FLASK
Whatever tipple you carry, this compact flask is not only making a statement of style but it’s an assurance of durability. With a unique design inspired by vintage Jerry Cans, it has been meticulously crafted from premium stainless steel, brass, and leather and features the Bremont logo. us.bremont.com KATE BARTON SS24
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BIG BANG UNICO ARTURO FUENTE CERAMIC WATCH KAH KOW CHOCODAMIA JAR
Dark chocolate & macadamia spread. A delightful chocolate teat from farms, located in the heart of the Dominican Republic. kahkow.com
“My family and I are very moved by the design sported by this new Hublot-Fuente model. I consider it to be a tribute to our emotional connection to the land, to the earth that enables us to make our cigars and to our origins.” — Carlito Fuente, Chairman, Arturo Fuente
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Performance and style pursuits Since the 1960s, the new sport of scuba diving was all the rage. The new Superocean retraces the Slow Motion’s celebrated design codes, while adding modern features, like a ceramic-inlayed bezel and brightly coloured dials. Broad hands and indexes in luminescent Super-LumiNova® allow for easy readability underwater. breitling.com | JP Vol.16/No39 22
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ublot’s new creation pays tribute to this common love of fine craftsmanship. A centenary celebration of Arturo Fuente Cigars in 2012, the two brands decided to become partners, brought together by their shared desire in their respective fields, to stretch the demonstration of excellence. Hublot.com | JP
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SIR MALCOLM CAMPBELL AND DAYTONA SHARE A HISTORY OF SPEED
The affinity between Rolex and motor sport began in the 1930s when Sir Malcolm Campbell became a legend of speed
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FROM TOP LEFT CLOCKWISE: MONIQUE MORGAN ALLEN (L)-JAMAICA; AARON MONEER (L)TRINIDAD & TOBAGO; PEABO SAMPSON (L) BARBADOS
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In a triumphant return after a four-year hiatus, Mission Catwalk Season 7 made a bold statement by placing a renewed focus on sustainability in the fashion industry.
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wild card entry, while Peabo consistently captivated the audience with his creativity. The top three designers demonstrated unparalleled dedication to their craft, pushing the boundaries of creativity and sustainable fashion, thus contributing to the evolving landscape of Caribbean couture. The season finale, aired on 2 December 2023, unveiled the winner's impressive prize package, including J$4 Million in cash and prizes, a chance to showcase at Paris Fashion Week 2024, sewing equipment from Singer, photoshoot package from William Richard, cash prize, print media package, and a scholarship. | JP
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RALPH LAUREN SS24 COLLECTION, ROMANCE AND GLAMOUR The world of Ralph Lauren celebrating the romance and artistry of his timeless American style. ralphlauren.com
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BARBADOS RUM AND FOOD FESTIVAL Oistins seaside dining under the stars
Barbados, a mecca for foodies, drew us to Oistins Bay Gardens with its tradition of serving up the tastiest seafood in eateries fronting the sea. With sand between our toes and rum cocktails in hand, we dined on the island’s national dish, Flying Fish, with hearty servings of cou cou (a type of polenta). Then cheers came from the roadside and we headed to the sidewalk to see a parade of fire-eaters and Moko Jumbies (stilt walkers) accompanied by colourfully dressed dancers and acrobats performing to fife players and drummers.
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of Bajan cuisine and culture featuring local artistes, with bands pumping out calypso anthems from over the years, cheered on by the crowds who sang along to their favourite songs.
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Four days, and eight signature events of non-stop rum, fun, and food — pure culinary bliss.
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Chef Classic Event
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he following morning, we set off to the West coast of the island with some of the best hotels Barbados has to offer sitting on powdery white sand beaches, to experience a Chef Classic Cooking Event with Chef Juan Diego Vanegas hailing from Colombia. There we were introduced to the cuisine and flavours of the Pacific Coast of Colombia, featuring an Octopus Risotto with coconut milk, seasoned with garden fresh fragrant herbs. As the morning-presenting chef for Colombian network Carocol’s “Dia a Dia”, Juan demonstrated to us in artistic flair the steps to the creation of an exquisite meal with aromas that filled the room and pampered our taste buds. Our chef then shared, to our delight, a secret Colombian ingredient he often adds to his dishes to make them spicy — crushed Achira. With our ears perked up, we learnt this traditional biscuit with a crispy and salty flavour is made from the flour of the cana indica plant which has been in cultivation for thousands of years by the Indigenous Native people of the Americas. Now to find a shop back home that sells this treat! Barbados is the birthplace of rum dating back to the 1700’s. The planters in the colonial days looking for a use for molasses, a by-product of sugarcane production, that they once discarded, discovered how to ferment and distil it into the rum blends we know today. To learn more, we hopped on a party bus specially outfitted for rum lovers, with a pop-up bar and music
boxes, and set off to discover the history of and latest blends of rums. We started by visiting local rum shops in villages and small towns across the island, interacting with Barbadians as we engaged in lively conversations on how they drink their local rums, straight up or mixed, while playing traditional Bajan games such as dominoes. Local rum distilleries include St. Nicholas Abbey, Foursquare Rum Factory and Heritage Park, West Indies Rum Distillery, and the oldest distillery on the island — Mount Gay which we toured. Here we visited their working estate, exploring the terroir of the land, original water well, molasses house, fermentation house, distillation house, and bonds, with charred barrels to impart a range of exotic flavours into the rums. Our tour climaxed with a signature rum tasting event offering mixology tips and recipes to enjoy rum the way you like best. My favourite rum was the aged double distilled Silver White Rum with its citrus aroma, and ripe fruit flavours, that went down smooth on the palate in a refined finish
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The Barbados Food and Rum Festival featuring local and international renowned chefs, and mixologists with a tantilising array of flavours that await your palate.
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grounds fitted out in a dazzling rum-themed gold decor, food and rum cocktail stands lined both sides, and at the far end a stage for the evening’s star-studded performers. Patrons were fêted with zesty cuisine and rum infused cocktails, and invited to vote for their favourite chef and mixologist, with the 2023 declared winners at the end of night’s ‘Liquid Gold Feast’, Damian Leach and Philip Antoine in their respective categories. Damian’s ‘Shrimp & Saltfish Bisque’ with a coconut ginger was divine, and Philip’s ‘Sea Foam’ cocktail shaken (not stirred) made from bay leaf infused rum and passion fruit had one hell of a kick to it to keep you humming through the night.
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— perfect to enjoy along with friends after a long day of work. Noteworthy, this edition of rum is only available in the Caribbean, as it’s finessed for Caribbean taste buds, so stock up when travelling to the islands!
Rise and Rum: The Breakfast Beach Party
The next morning, before dawn, decked out in bright yellow party outfits in homage to sun drenched days in Barbados, we set off for the Breakfast Beach Party at Harbour Lights Beach Bar & Entertainment Centre. We arrived just as rays of light were peeking through the clouds to scores of breakfast booths serving from hot chocolate and cornmeal porridge to Bajan fish cakes, sweet bread, and pudding and souse. As the sun lit up the beach front venue, patrons took pictures and videos against rumthemed backdrops and the stage came alive with artistes Leadpipe & Saddis and Skinny Fabulous turning up the volume to the latest island hits, energising the crowd.
Liquid Gold: A Red Carpet Affair
After a well-needed rest in our ‘heavenly beds’ at Fairmont Royal Pavilion Hotel, at sunset we donned our suits with black bow ties and ladies in shimmering gowns, and headed to Ilaro Court — the official residence of the Prime Minister of Barbados with its grand entertainment areas, for a night of opulence, gourmet cuisine, and award-winning mixologists. Entering the
almost drowned in my cocktail — spilling a bit — when the crowd screamed at the top of their voices above the pumping music as all eyes laid on the stage with the appearance of international guest afropop artist of the night, Ayra Starr from Nigeria, who began to serenade us with Rush, Ngozi, My Love, and other hits! In between songs she shared how welcomed and honoured she felt performing for us at this auspicious venue (Ilaro Court) — which by coincidence was built and named by a former island Governor after a town in Nigeria where he served. As the flashing bulbs lit up faces beaming in awe and ladies abandoning their high heels to dance the evening away to Ayra’s magical performance, I smiled and thought — Barbados touched each and every one of our hearts (and palates) with days of its culinary extravaganza; we will be back next year for the new season (and flavours) of the Barbados Rum & Food Festival! | JP
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Vintry & Mercer Nestled in the heart of the city of London, among the livery halls, guilds, and narrow streets that line the banks of the Thames where the past and present intersect, where traditions of trade and commerce come to life in the contemporary style of this 92 bespoke rooms and suites. Inspired by the historic trading guilds of the city, Vintry & Mercer’s Standard Rooms offer a stylish, contemporary space to spend escape moments. vintryandmercer.com Vol.16/No39 36
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Resplendent with an abundance of nature’s beauty with lush rainforests, towering waterfalls, isolated bays, hot water springs, and an array of marine life, Dominica — located between the French islands of Martinique and Guadeloupe — has been captivating for years the hearts and minds of eco-lovers to its emerald isle. By BA NCROFT WILLIAMS
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Opposite page: InterContinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa Lifestyle Lobby welcoming couple. ©Photo Courtesy of InterContinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa
Small family-owned guest accommodations dot the capital Roseau and villages near to attractions; hiking trails cater to adventurous explorers with their no-frills rustic appeal. However, in the last few years Dominica has experienced a strong interest from affluent travellers who want to enjoy nature’s bounty with all the comforts of modern luxury hotels.
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‘The InterContinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa extends its hospitality with distinctive personalised details for a perfect stay.”
Opposite page top: Guest enjoying the Lifestyle Plunge Pool InterContinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa.Opposite page bottom: Guest walking along the Lifestyle Plunge Pool InterContinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa. This page top: InterContinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa Private Pool. This page centre: InterContinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa Kalinago Villa. This page bottom: InterContinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa Kweyol Restaurant. ©Photos Courtesy of InterContinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa.
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Titou Gorge a popular swimming destination. ©Photo Courtesy Discover Dominica Authority
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“The forest that surrounds us is every shade of green With blossoms adding colour, this is an artist’s dream” — Colin A Lees
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Opposite page top: Kayaking on the Caribbean Sea fronting the InterContinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa. Bottom left: Visitor in a Natural Pool ©Scott Sporleder; Bottom right: Kalinago Dance. This page bottom right: Lifestyle Spa, InterContinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa. ©Photos Courtesy of InterContinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa
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ur return to the hotel in late afternoons into the evenings was devoted to treatments at the hotel’s Cabrits Spa and Wellness Centre for massages, herbal scrubs, steam room therapy, and yoga. Treatment ‘huts’ are located in a lush garden set off the ground where the soothing sounds of tall sugar cane grass rustling in the wind and birds singing from the canopies of trees lull you into deep relaxation as your therapist uses blends of native oils, local herbs, and volcanic ash to administer restorative treatments. Dinners would be special occasions to unwind with friends and family dining on local favourites served up at the Kwéyòl Beach Restaurant & Bar offering live entertainment; or at Cabrits Market serving an array of international and local specialties including an opulent lunch buffet on Sundays, and curated private dinners with butler service offered in Cabanas on the lawn. VIP guests reserving the 2-bedroom Kalinago Villa are offered extensive indoor and poolside dining facilities with professional kitchen and a well-stocked bar making for the most memorable occasions. After dinner we would head to Rumfire Bar for tapas and digestifs over fine rums and liqueurs, reminiscing on the day’s adventures while around the outdoor fire pit under star filled skies — the best place to enjoy an evening filled with libations and laughter. Retiring to my room at nights, bedside placed petit fours would welcome me as a final treat to close yet another day in the Caribbean’s emerald playground at the Intercontinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa. | JP
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Newport Vineyards — an award-winning wine, beverage, and culinary destination that blends together wine, artisanal crafted beers, and farm to table dining experiences and unique events situated on over 100-acres of preserved farmland.
Opposite page: Guests enjoying house wines in the vineyards, ©Photo Courtesy of Newport Vineyards
At a city by the sea, I ordered a delicious pan-seared halibut with sea bean fennel, paired with a smooth Turncoat Cider made from heirloom apples grown at a 350-yearold local farm with colonial roots in nearby Jamestown.
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he next morning, we set out to tour one of Newport’s most celebrated mansion’s dating from this city’s gilded age in the late 19th century, when wealthy business tycoons built elaborate ‘cottages’ by the sea. The Breakers, considered America’s greatest summer home, is one of about 10 historic mansions under the management of The Preservation Society of Newport County. Built by the Vanderbilt family with its railroad fortune, entire rooms were designed and handcrafted in France then shipped and assembled in Newport, with interiors made from gilded wood, marble, and bronze. It has the most lavish of furnishings and manicured gardens reminiscent of a chateau in the French countryside. A number of mansions including The Breakers face the sea taking advantage of the refreshing salty coastal air, wide open views, and calming sound of crashing waves. The Cliff Walk, hugging the rugged hilly coastline for over 3 miles, is the perfect trail to experience one of Newport’s most beautiful coastal views. Starting at the ‘Forty Steps’ section of the walk, making our way towards Easton’s Beach on its North End, we filled our lungs with fresh air while pausing often to take in the arresting vistas of the sweeping shoreline. Nearing the end of our walk we stopped for refreshments at The Chanler at Cliff Walk, a Forbes rated 5-star hotel, with a decor mirroring the elegance of the nearby mansions, a perfect setting to relive the days of Rhode Island’s gilded age. Joining a walking tour of downtown Newport — host to the America’s Cup some 12 times between 1930 and 1983 — I jumped at the opportunity to visit the Sailing Museum to see the America’s Cup Hall of Fame digital interactive installation, celebrating sailing legends who contributed over the years to make this the most prestigious regatta in the world.
e then set off for a tour of Newport Vineyards located on 100 acres of farmland. This beverage and culinary destination blends award-winning wine, craft beers on tasting tours, that offers farm-to-table dining experiences in unique settings. In wine tastings, their Cabernet Sauvignon with boysenberry, blackberry, and tobacco flavours was my favourite, and Imperial Pumpkin Ale — matured in bourbon barrels — was heavenly. Sourcing food items from a dozen nearby farms/suppliers, meal menus are constantly changing with availability of seasonal produce. Dining on Narragansett Bay Quahog Chowder for starters and the BBQ Brisket Sandwich, offers numerous wine and beer pairing opportunities to savour over a late lunch. After stocking up on wines and beers at their gift shop we head off to Providence the capital of Rhode Island, checking into the swanky Beatrice Hotel in the heart of downtown close to a myriad of the city’s attractions, that includes the famous RIDS Art Museum. As the dusk set in we headed up to the hotel’s rooftop bar with sweeping views of the city skyline, to enjoy flutes of champagne as we mapped out our activities for the next few days. Dinner that evening was downstairs
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stuffed pretzels dunked in homemade sauces. Heading back on a walking tour, shopping was on the agenda, so we headed to the Providence-Westminster Arcade, a historic shopping centre built in 1828 and the first enclosed shopping mall in the USA designed to look like a temple in the Greek architectural Revival style. Home to vintage sellers of accessories, local crafts, apothecary hand ladled products, essential oils, and so much more, it’s a curiosity mall catering to the adventurous shopper. Returning to the Beatrice, we got ready for a night on the town, heading to dinner at Il Massimo Restaurant whose menu was inspired by the regional cuisines of Italy. We paired wines bursting with flavours with our gourmet dishes — the short rib gnocchi my favourite. The night was young and we set off to the Roger Williams Park Zoo & Carousel Village with a “Jack O’Lantern Spooktacular” display
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Opposite page: The Bentley Bentayga Off-Road Driving Experience on the grounds of the The Preserve Sporting Club, ©Photo Courtesy of Bentley USA, This page-left top: America’s Cup Hall of Fame, Herreshoff, ©Photo Courtesy of Discover Newport; left bottom: Clay Shooting at the Preserve Sporting Club, ©Photo Courtesy of the Preserve Resort & Spa; Centre: Touring Newport Vineyards, ©Photo Courtesy of Ihe Newport Vineyards; Right top: OH! Spa at the Preserve Resort, ©Photo Courtesy of the Preserve Resort & Spa; Right bottom: Hobbit Hut, ©Photo Courtesy of The Preserves Shooting Club.
made up of thousands of carved illuminated pumpkins set along about a mile of walkway depicting scenes from wildlife safaris, the pyramids of Giza, trips down route 66, and so many more. The next day we had a late start and set out driving along the coastline towards Richmond when we slowed down to enjoy its stunning views in the Pier Districts’ historic Narragansett Bay. We were then engulfed by the aromas of mouthwatering seafood dishes from the nearby waterfront eatery Coast Guard House Restaurant, which was too tempting to pass by. There we feasted on scallops, langoustines, lobster, clams, mussels, and crabs over craft ales and beers on tap while enjoying endless ocean views. Continuing on to Richmond we pulled into the forested Preserve Sporting Club & Residences, located on 3,500 acres of parkland described by Forbes as “Arguably the Finest Sporting Club in America”, with an endless array of adventures in its outdoor oasis. There is a choice of activities to meet varied interests curated across all four seasons of the year where staff customise one-of-a-kind experiences, including children’s activities with its picturesque Hobbit Houses creating fairytale adventures and unforgettable moments filled with smiles and laughter. Guests can take it
slow with carriage rides, gourmet dining and treatments at the OH! Spa, to luxe tent camp pairings of cigars with scotch, then break into a sweat with clay shooting. Also on offer are fly fishing, golf, upland hunting, equestrian, cross country skiing, mountain biking, and shooting in the longest indoor range in the country — to name just a few. My favourite activity was the Bentley Bentayga Off-Road Driving Experience with expert coaching from the Bentley driving team, guiding me on how to manoeuvre challenging ascent and descent gradients on a specially designed experiential course. On this ultimate outdoor enthusiast driving experience I applied newly learned driving skills on 200-foot elevation changes, hairpin turns, and challenging terrain over 2 miles set within The Preserve’s magnificent landscapes, bringing to a thrilling finale this most memorable of trips to Rhode Island — the gem of New England! | JP
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PARIS I’ve been in love with Paris since a little French boy ran across the room and kissed me on the cheek when I was two years old. At least that’s my parents’ story. Living in Paris as a student at the Sorbonne, taking evening art history classes at the Louvre, and experiencing the events of 1968 made France forever a part of me. By LAUR A TA NNA jamaqueparadis.com
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When I visited l’Orangerie to see a Modigliani exhibition this autumn, what a shock on entering the specially designed oval rooms of Monet’s Water Lilies to realise that I’d first seen them exactly 60 years before with my mother. I shared the moment with a guard who became as emotional as I.
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So enough of memories. Let’s see some of Paris not always on the bucket list. La Villette was introduced to us by Hugh Dutton, the British-born, Jamaican-raised architect with an office in Paris. His interview in the Autumn 2018 JP described his work in a section of this third largest park in the northeast of Paris which at 55 hectares is a sprawling cultural centre with the Cité des Sciences et de l’Industrie, Le Zénith Paris, a concert venue, La Grande Halle de la Villette, a former abattoir, now an exhibition space and more. I’d honestly never heard of it but discovered that a superb exhibition of Jamaican musical instruments and artifacts, curated by Sébastien Carayol, with the assistance of Herbie Miller of the Jamaica Museum of Music, opened to rave reviews from 4 April to 13 August 2017 at Cité De La Musique-Philharmonie de Paris in La Villette. French Ambassador to Jamaica Jean-Michel Despax (2014-2018) was involved in facilitating the exhibition and attended the inauguration with his former boss, French former Minister of Culture Jack Lang. I did not have former ambassador Despax to accompany me this autumn of 2023 to discover Cité De La Musique-Philharmonie de Paris in the 19th arrondissement for myself, but French Ambassador to Jamaica (2018-2021) Denys Wibaux who now lives in Paris was delighted to keep me company.
Collections permanentes — Les Nymphéas de Claude Monet Reflets Verts
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“La Musée de la Musique: four floors of musical history” and a sample of the instrument’s music. After Europe’s romantic music of the 19th century, 20th century electronic machines were a bit hard to take. We both agreed that one should accept the free hour and a half audio guide for a complete tour of this marvelous museum as our small samples left us longing for more. With over 7,000 instruments and objects to draw from, this Music Museum is a delight and accessible to handicapped visitors. philharmoniedeparis.fr Musée Nissim de Camondo was next on my list of new adventures, 63 rue de Monceau, 8th arrondissement. Count Camondo donated his residence and its contents to Les Arts Décoratifs in France upon his death in 1935 in memory of his son Nissim. The Count’s sumptuous home has changed little since then, exactly his intention! Built 1911-1914 the home provides an example of 18th century French decorative arts, an experience of Belle Ėpoque Paris. And if that seems too over the top for you, realise that the museum is named after the Count’s son who died as a French aviator in the First World War. Then, as Sephardic Jews, his daughter and her family were deported to die in Auschwitz concentration camp in 1944. Three floors are open to visitors, limited to jamaqueparadis.com
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“Is it really you?” I ask. “Are you really the artist.” seven tickets per hour or only 20 for a tour, which makes the ambiance all the more intimate while viewing quite incredible works, including items once belonging to Marie-Antoinette, furniture, beautiful Sèvres porcelain, Aubusson tapistries, all with lovely views of Parc Monceau. Parc Monceau is another place I’d never before visited. One of the most charming parks in Paris, just 8.2 hectares or 20.3 acres, it was designed for the Duc de Chartres in the 1760s and today is surrounded by fine mansions. A rotunda, elegant statues, lovely landscaping and even a carousel for children make a walk through after the Musée Nissim de Camondo well worth your time. Finally, perhaps known to others but not me, a visit to Musée Guimet, officially National Museum of Asian Arts-Guimet at 6, place d’Iéna in the 16th arrondissement. The museum has one of the largest collections of Asian art outside of Asia. The industrialist Émile Étienne Guimet first opened a museum in Lyon in 1879 and then in Paris in 1889. Guimet travelled extensively studying the religions of the Far East. Chinese and Japanese porcelain and objects relating to ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome form much of the collection. One museum wing includes
Buddhist artworks. Artifacts from the Khmer culture, sent with the agreement of the King of Cambodia, are also of great value. When I saw that a temporary exhibition was opening on the top floor the very day of my visit, I headed for that first.
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anish Pushkale’s installation “To Whom the Bird Should Speak?” a series of tall, muted but carefully designed screens into which the viewer slowly walks towards the interior reminded me sharply of Dawn Scott’s “Cultural Object” in the NGJ, a powerful commentary on Jamaican society. I realised that work is now missing but O’Neal Lawrence, Chief Curator of the NGJ, assures me her work is under restoration and will reappear one day. Pushkale’s screens are far more elegant, but his message no less powerful. Born in Bhopal, the Indian artist apprenticed with the great masters of Indian painting from the Delhi abstract school. This work relates to the disappearance in 2010 of Boa Sr, the last speaker of the Aka-Bo language of the Bo tribe, known as the “language of birds”. Pushkale’s work highlights the erosion of the indigenous cultures of the Andaman Islands in the Bay of Bengal. A photograph of him appeared at the entrance to his work. As I emerged from the installation, there he was, in the darkened room. “Is it really you?” I ask. “Are you really the artist.” “Yes,” he responds and speaks with me saying, “How could a language like Aka-Bo, not only between people but between humans and birds, be lost in the 21st century? How could this happen? So I used art to explore this sensibility.” Carte blanche á Manish Pushkale, an exhibition by the Indian artist 18 October 2023 until 4 March 2024. “Portrait éphémère du Japon,” photographs by Pierre-Elle de Pibrac, an entirely different temporary exhibition, provided a more modern look at life in that country, on display 20 September 2023 to 15 January 2024. Musée Guimet’s permanent collection merits a really thorough visit and so accessible in the 16th arrondissement close to the Museum of Modern Art. Now what has happened to that two-year-old French boy after all these years? I bet he could show me more things off the beaten track in Paris! | JP jamaqueparadis.com
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Oushaba was launched in 2023, with a mission to elevate recycled materials and transform them into wearable art.
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ere, co-founder Gillian Carr talks with JamaquePARADIS about her inspiration, her purpose, and the debut collection ‘Connection Salvaged’.
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A NEW AGE OF SUSTAINABLY SOURCED JEWELLERY IS HERE
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Our collection elevates recycled materials while championing and sustaining global artisanal crafts.
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What inspired you to start Oushaba? The brand was founded by a trio of art lovers and collectors who shared a vision to create beautiful designs that elevate recycled materials whilst championing and sustaining global artisanal crafts. We wanted to breathe new life into forgotten materials and transform these into timeless pieces of wearable art. The idea of using e-waste came about during the lockdowns. We were all so connected to each other through our phones and technology, but as a society we upgrade our phones on average every 18 months, and this creates a huge amount of waste. Eighty percent of e-waste isn’t recycled properly and ends up as landfill; it’s one of the fastest growing environmental concerns of our time. When we looked into it, we discovered many beautiful elements within e-waste, for example the colours and the shapes, and we were inspired to elevate them into beautiful pieces of wearable art. Working with world-renowned and emerging designers and artists, our collection features recycled materials to positively impact the world in which we live. How do you source the e-waste that is used in your designs? Our jewellers source the e-waste from a local electronics repair shop close to the jewellery workshop in Sicily. Only pieces that cannot be repaired are used. Then, mobile phone circuit boards, charging cables, USB
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sticks and plugs are reimagined as rings, necklaces, earrings, cuffs and cufflinks, in unisex designs inspired by archaeological treasure. Did anything in particular influence your designs for the ‘Connection Salvaged’ Collection? Our debut Oushaba jewellery collection, ‘Connection Salvaged’, is built upon the exploration of creating future artefacts out of discarded e-waste, examining the clash of ancient and modern design. Inspired by the rising problem of e-waste, our first collection explores the relationship between the technology that connects us and the precious resources that are discarded as a result. Where are the pieces produced? Each piece is handcrafted in our workshop in Sicily where expertise in goldsmithing has been passed down for generations within the same family. The meticulous craftsmanship involved elevates e-waste to the status of art. “Seeing opportunity where others see waste” is core to the brand’s philosophy.
Artistic and avant-garde, we exist at the apex of art and design, luxury and sustainability breathing new life into forgotten materials.
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We are inspired by the e-waste’s jewel-like colours and unique shapes, and the design process really begins from there.
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What plans do you have for the future? We have exciting plans for future collaborations and collections across wearable art, homewear, fashion, and accessories. We will draw on the expertise of different artisans from around the world and always feature recycled materials to produce pieces that are designed for circularity. How do you see customers gaining a passion for this new line of jewellery as they would with traditional jewellery lines that may become heirloom pieces? We see customers gaining a passion for this as they would with traditional jewellery lines as we are definitely seeing more conscious consumers, especially in the younger generations. They are educating themselves and wanting to make environmentally responsible decisions. We also provide a repair and warranty service to ensure a long lifespan for the pieces we produce. What is the price point for your pieces? In terms of pricing, silver pieces start from around UK £500 and gold pieces start from around £3,500, however the majority of pieces are priced at between £20,000 to £40,000. How do clients purchase items? Clients can order pieces through our website, www.oushaba.com and also visit our galleries by appointment at Cromwell Place, South Kensington, London, UK. With circularity at our heart, clients also have the option to send us their old phones to be transformed into extraordinary pieces with a personal touch. What materials are used to create your jewellery and how are they identified? The 38-piece collection features fragments of re-
purposed electronic waste housed in recycled 22kt yellow gold, 18kt white gold, and silver combined with sustainably sourced diamonds, rubies, emeralds, and sapphires. The starting point is always the salvaged recycled fragment. We are inspired by the e-waste’s jewel-like colours and unique shapes, and the design process really begins from there. Who is your target audience? Developed by art lovers for art lovers, our target audience are those who share our vision; seeing opportunity where others see waste and seeing the extraordinary where others do not. Many of our clients are art collectors; they appreciate the beauty of wearing a piece that is timeless and unique. Are you presenting your pieces at any jewellery shows? Oushaba was very proud to be selected by the renowned jewellery author and expert, Vivienne Becker, to be exhibited within her Designer Vivarium at GemGeneve this year, which was a fantastic opportunity to meet fellow jewellery makers and buyers. The reception for Oushaba’s debut collection was incredibly well received and we will be looking into similar opportunities for 2024. | JP
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NEEDLES AND A LOT OF PATIENCE.
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Designs that remind us that time is necessary to cultivate a new path for the fashion industry in Latin America.
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fter completing a fashion business course at Istituto Marangoni in Milan, Yenny Bastida returned to Venezuela during one of the strongest social and economic crises in the contemporary history of
that country. Bastida felt she needed to start things differently with her brand. Between 2013 and 2014 she gathered a team of talented women that work from her studio as well
as satellite teams of artisans working from other regions of the country, working exclusively from values and principles such as sustainability and work ethics — a DNA inspired by Venezuelan popular culture. Focused on creating unique handmade pieces — Needles and a lot of patience is what defines this sustainable luxury brand. What started as a fashion project turned into a life’s dream. Designs that remind us that time is necessary to cultivate a new path for the fashion industry in Latin America. Behind each collection, the research and learning of the techniques are drawing a road map to create a new language of cuts and designs. yennybastida.com Vol.16/No39 88
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Opening pages: (L) Lazu Dress: Strapless cut dress. Made on a canvas base and covered with 63 delicate crochet boxes one by one in a crochet tech-
nique; Paulina Skirt worn with Ramona Crop Top: Long skirt with fitted siren cut made in Drill, with metallic closure on the front. Top made on a canvas base with an exclusive cotton and fibre fabric; This spread (L-R): Ana Vest: Long vest made of traditional handcrafted dyed fabric, produced on a handmade wooden loom, with natural moriche palm fringes from a Pemon indigenous community and woven by Margarita artisans; Martina Skirt: Strong skirt handmade with miniskirt in Drill Stretch and cotton fabric made by artisans; (top) Sofía Pants: High waist culotte pants made of stretch fabric; (bottom) Carmen Dress: Long v neckline dress made of coloured cotton toile, hand-covered buttons, and braided straps with macramé knots at the waist. Flowing skirt with internal studs give it width and movement. jamaqueparadis.com
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DIARY
Editor’s
THE NEWS
THE FINDS
MUST HAVES
THE FASHIONABLE
SPIRIT CULTURE
With the rise of celebrity spirits brands, Dwayne Johnson has built his Teremana Tequila brand from the ground up. A passion project of Dwayne Johnson whose family and friends enjoy Tequila in good times and not-so-good times.
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DOMAINE CURRY 2021 CABERNET SAUVIGNON NAPA VALLEY
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he reintroduction of the Domaine Curry bold and balanced Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. Hailed as one the finest Cabernet Sauvignon in the decade — Domaine Curry is a partnership between Ayesha Curry, wife to famed basketball star Stephen Curry, his younger sister Sydel, and John Schwartz. Domaine Curry brings to life the expression “Femme 31”, a proverb of great meaning to the women in the Curry family. Domaine Curry wines pays homage to the lives of the incredible women who create their wine brand. theprisonerwinecompany.com/pages/ domaine-curry | JP
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TEREMANA TEQUILA BRINGING PEOPLE TOGETHER AROUND FINE SPIRITS
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wayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson who body-slammed his way into our hearts, and our homes through wrestling and big-budget films, extended his empire into the spirits industry in 2020 with the launch of Teremana Tequila. Johnson says his brand’s name encompasses the Polynesian word ‘mana’, meaning ‘spirit’, a nod to his heritage. Dwayne Johnson adds his personal touch to the Teremana packaging design; embossed with ‘Tijasi’ at the bottom of each bottle — the first two letters from his three daughters’ first names.
Created in a small town in the highlands of Jalisco, founder Dwayne Johnson worked with a Mexican family-owned distillery to build a unique home on the grounds solely for Teremana. The result is great tasting, well-crafted ultra-premium tequila, meticulously crafted high-end spirits using copper pot stills, making for a cleaner, smoother liquid. This season, enjoy and share the gratitude — crack open a bottle of Teremana Blanco, Reposado, and Añejo and enjoy! teremana.com | JP
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LuxeList | JP Award-Winning Sommelier Shelley Lindgren, Photos courtesy of Malliouhana Resort
THE ‘GRAND DAME’ OF ANGUILLA, MALLIOHANA RESORT With Award-Winning Sommelier Shelley Lindgren Launches New Wine Programme
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alliouhana, Anguilla’s most stylish luxury resort, celebrates its seasonal reopening with an exciting collaboration in the company of James Beard Award-winning Sommelier, Shelley Lindgren. Malliouhana is thrilled to welcome guests with a brand-new
wine programme led by Lindgren that will include a special collaboration with Malliouhana’s first on-property sommelier, Albert Lake. Guests can look forward to elevated wine experiences and exclusive wine
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Shelley Lindgren (R) and Delroy Lake (L), Malliouhana’s Food & Beverage Manager raise a glass to the resort’s new wine programme, Photos courtesy of Malliouhana Resort
selections that can only be found on island at Malliouhana’s signature dining outlets. The new wine programme is designed for the traveller who appreciates enriching experiences that enhance the local flavours of Anguilla. This partnership is the first of many, commemorating Malliouhana’s upcoming 40th anniversary, with more exciting news to be announced. Vol.16/No39 92
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nown as one of the Caribbean’s leading resorts for viticulture, Malliouhana’s original owner, Malliouhana’s original owner, Leon Roydon, was an avid wine collector who solidified the resort and Anguilla’s spot on the map as an ideal culinary and wine destination for discerning travellers. Serving as a board member of Guild of Sommeliers and having been knighted by the Italian President for her contribution to the Italian wine industry, Lindgren’s reputation and experience as an industry pioneer is a perfect partner for renewing Malliouhana’s wine programme and elevating the overall guest experience. Additionally, Albert Lake has been instrumental in the development and reputation of Malliouhana’s prestigious wine history, and the resort is thrilled to welcome him back to help celebrate both the history and future of the wine programme at this milestone anniversary. “Malliouhana has long been recognised for its bespoke culinary offerings that not only celebrate the local culture and cuisine but bring in innovative partners. We’re honoured to be working with two of the industry’s most respected and reputable sommeliers. The introduction of this collaboration showcases Malliouhana’s dedication to creating an exceptional end-to-end experience for our guests,” says George Vlachopoulos, Managing Director of Malliouhana. As part of the new property-wide wine programme, each
Malliouhana Resort, perched atop a panoramic bluff overlooking the azure waters of the Caribbean Sea extend to the white sands of Meads Bay and Turtle Cove beaches on the west end of Anguilla signature Malliouhana restaurant will offer exclusive selections imported from Europe and California, paying homage to the coastal vibes that the resort’s culinary programme is known for. Bar Soleil, the resort’s open air, casual terrace restaurant will offer a Mediterranean island focused menu featuring wines from Corsica, Sardegna, Sicily, and Greece, plus refreshing custom spritzes and cocktails from crushed ice punches to large ice in classics like the Old Fashioned and Negroni. Celeste, Malliouhana’s signature fine-dining restaurant, will feature unique wine pairings inspired by Executive Chef Robert Hopkin’s evolving menus, including a special pairing of Lindgren’s wine collection, Tansy. A specially dedicated “All Day Rosé” menu will be featured at Leon’s, Malliouhana’s laid back beach restaurant, located directly on Mead’s Bay. Additionally, Lindgren will be bringing vintage and grand selection wines to the property for those guests celebrating special occasions such as milestone birthdays, anniversaries, and more. “My inspiration behind curating Malliouhana’s new wine programme was the rich wine history that we wanted to bring back to life,” said Lindgren. “The history of Malliouhana is one of the foundations of hospitality on the island, and there is a beautiful, natural way of wanting to relax and enjoy the atmosphere with the surroundings, while enjoying a glass of wine.” For more information, and to stay up to date on all Malliouhana’s happenings, including the 40th anniversary, please visit Malliouhana.com or follow the resort on Instagram and Facebook @Malliouhana. | JP jamaqueparadis.com
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SPOTLIGHT
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PEOPLE |EVENTS |PHILANTHROPY |THINGS WORTH NOTING
CASA DE CAMPO FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL
Emily Konch, Julie Konchan
George Starky, Laurie Jones
Chef Akira Back, Sean Decicco
Jason Kycek, Andres Pichardo, Charles Keusters
Veronica Yaber, Jose Yabery, Valentina Sanchez
PREFERRED PARTNERS Stocking JamaquePARADIS in their rooms, spas, and lounges.
ANGUILLA Four Seasons Resort & Residences Belmond Cap Juluca Malliouhana ANTIGUA Jumby Bay Island, an Oetker Collection of Masterpiece Hotels Tamarind Hills
StareIvan Hand
Theavander Werfy, AndresPichardo
The Caves Jamaica Inn
ARUBA The Ritz-Carlton Spa Private Jet Terminal
MARTINIQUE Le Cap Est Lagoon Resort & Spa La Suite Villas
BAHAMAS The Ocean Club, A Four Seasons Resort The Rosewood, Bahamar
MEXICO Rosewood Mayakoba, Cancún Belmond Maroma Resort & Spa, Cancún
BARBADOS Cobblers Cove, Relais & Chateaux Port St. Charles Villas & Marina Port Ferdinand Luxury Residences The Fairmont Royal Pavilion
NEVIS Four Seasons Resort Montpelier Plantation Inn
BERMUDA Rosewood Bermuda Azura Bermuda BONAIRE Harbour Village Resort BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS Rosewood Little Dix Bay CAYMAN ISLANDS The Ritz Carlton, Spa The Westin Resort Spa Kimpton Seafire Spa CUBA Gran Hotel Manzana Kempinski, La Habana CURACAO Baoase Luxury Resort Airport VIP Lounge DOMINICA (The Commonwealth of) InterContinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa, an IHG Hotel DOMINICAN REPUBLIC Eden Roc at Cap Cana, Relais & Chateaux Tortuga Bay Punta Cana Resort & Club Casa de Campo Resort & Villas
Juliana Molinay, Karina Banda
JAMAICA Round Hill Hotel & Villas Half Moon Hotel & Villas The Cliff Hotel Negril Island Outpost Properties — Golden Eye | Strawberry Hill
GRENADA Calivgny Island Mount Cinnamon Resort and Beach Club GUADELOUPE Hôtel La Toubana Villas Chez Flo
PUERTO RICO Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Dorado Beach Spa The Plantation Residences, Dorado Beach Airport VIP Lounge SABA Queen’s Garden Resort ST. BARTHELEMY Le Guanahani Hotel Le Toiny, Relais & Chateaux ST. EUSTATIUS The Old Gin House Golden Rock Dive & Nature Resort ST. KITTS The Park Hyatt Kittitian Hill Belle Mont Farm, Boutique Hotel ST. LUCIA Cap Maison Luxury Boutique Hotel Sugar Beach, A Vice Roy Resort ST. MARTIN Belmond La Samanna ST. VINCENT & THE GRENADINES Mandarin Oriental Pink Sands Club, Canaoun Island Petit St.Vincent Private Island Sandy Lane Yacht Club & Residences TOBAGO The Villas at Stonehaven TURKS & CAICOS The Palms The Shore Club US VIRGIN ISLANDS Ritz-Carlton Destination Club Residences
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FiNAL LOOK Sallisa Rosa Debuts Topography of Memory A New Large-scale Ceramic Installation —In Miami Beach
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Installation view of Topography of Memory. Sallisa Rosa, Thiago de Paula Souza and Audemars Piguet curator Denis Pernet. Courtesy of the artist and Audemars Piguet.
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ommissioned by Audemars Piguet Contemporary and guest curated by Thiago de Paula Souza, Topography of Memory marks Sallisa Rosa’s first solo exhibition in the United States and largest all-ceramic work to date. The commission will be on view and open to the public from 5 to 17 December at the Collins Park Rotunda coinciding with Art Basel Miami Beach. With Topography of Memory, Sallisa Rosa (b. 1986, Goiânia, Brazil) has created an immersive landscape that invites mediation and a physical encounter by the viewer. The sculptures on the floor are in the shape of stalagmites and resemble a cave, while the sculptures hanging from the ceiling are spherical, with their display recalling a planetarium. The landscape is cast in an amber light and immersed in soft mist, symbolically embracing the underground world and the infinite cosmos. audemarspiguet.picturepark.com | JP
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