Elisabeth Samson a Woman of Substance. Part l

Elisabeth Samson (1715-1771) was a free woman who amassed a fortune that in today’s terms would be comparable to that of Oprah Winfrey’s. Not widely known outside of Suriname, many Surinamese assumed that she had acquired her wealth from a rich slave owner and paramour who set her free. However, in a historical novel that […]

News Flash!! Seminar lands Caribbean Diplomat

Edwin Laurent

CaribDirect.com is pleased to announce the addition to the distinguished panel of presenters, none other than the consummate Caribbean economist and Diplomat  Mr. Edwin Laurent SLC. OBE. CMG. Edwin is a Trade and Economic Development Consultant whose career began at Saint Lucia’s Ministry of Finance, then he became Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Trade Industry and […]

Legacies of Empire: the Good, the bad and the ugly

Downton Abbey

  This commentary is a much shortened version of a paper delivered at a public seminar at London University on May 20th on the Legacy of the British Empire in the Caribbean. The Legacy of Empire in the Caribbean is a mixed one – some aspects are good, many aspects are bad, and one in […]

Love Caribbean Herbal Tea? Get it Here

CaribDirect is pleased to announce its partnership with popular Dalgety Herbal Teas, a favourite among many Caribbean nationals. So for those of you herbal tea lovers you need not worry about running out teas as you can buy them from the comfort of your home, right here! Enjoy! 0 0

Clive’s Caribbean Food: Part II

Ackee and Saltfish I know that Saltfish has already been featured but this classic combination can’t be left out. If you’ve ever eaten saltfish and ackee and there’s been enough left over for the next day then you’ll have noticed it seems to magically improve overnight. I would recommend two things with this dish: 1. […]

Saint Vincent hosts ten countries in 2013 Port Games

CaribDirect Robertson Henry

WEDNESDAY MAY  2013; KINGSTOWN, SAINT VINCENT AND THE GRENADINES – Ten member countries of the Association of Sports and Cultural Clubs of Caribbean Port Authorities (ASCCCPA)  converged upon Saint Vincent and the Grenadines on Friday May 17, 2013, for the Annual ASCCCPA Whitsuntide Games. About 250 port employees from Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, British Virgin […]

Jazz in St Lucia: World Class..!

In more Caribbean news, CaribDirect’s economic correspondent Edwin Laurent, reports on St Lucia Jazz Festival 2013, from St Lucia. St Lucia’s 2013 Jazz festival came to a spectacular climax last Sunday the 12th May. The sell-out crowd had partied and danced all afternoon and evening on the lawns of Pigeon Point to the music of […]

M.I.A Awards Ambassador: Raine Seville

Dancehall artist Raine Seville has been confirmed as the only official female ambassdor of the anticipated M.I.A awards ceremony. The event which is to be held in Kingston, Jamaica has the full support of Caribdirect lifestyle director. Raine will be having a live chat session on twitter on Friday May 24th 2013 to answer any questions relating to the show. The […]

Fab and Over 40: Mother’s Day Edition

Halle Berry

Fabulous and over 40 celebrates the brilliant women who seem to stay beautiful, fabulous and oozing with confidence. Forget the stereotypes associated with getting older. The idea that once you have had your children it’s time to dress down and stay at home! CaribDirect.com has found some of the most youthful, elegant and sexy over forty year […]

ELLA B: Nude Tights For All Skin Tones

“Have you ever tried to find nude skin coloured tights that perfectly match your skin tone? The trailblazing new hosiery brand Ella B Ladies Tights, looks set to revolutionise the way women dress. It will be the first hosiery brand to offer a full colour spectrum of nude coloured tights that perfectly match every skin […]