by Stowaway Magazine | Mar 9, 2020 | Culture, Eats, Winter 2020
One of the most important parts of experiencing other cultures, in my mind, is eating their food. Here are three delicious Jamaican eats to flavor your next visit. Chilitos JaMexican JaMexican cuisine: It’ll make your mouth water like nothing else on this planet....
by Stowaway Magazine | Oct 3, 2016 | Escapades, Fall 2016
Losing a tooth is a highly anticipated milestone for young kids. Not only does it mean that they are growing, but the event may also involve an exciting cultural tradition. Traditions related to losing baby teeth have been circulating since the Middle Ages, when...
by Stowaway Magazine | Mar 27, 2015 | Away For A Week, Getaways, Spring 2015
“The official motto of Jamaica is ‘Out of many, one people,’” Lori-Ann Drecketts says, “and it is a nice saying, but it doesn’t capture real Jamaica. You want real? Then you say, ‘No problem, mon.’ If you are going to Jamaica, get that into your heart.” A native of...
by Stowaway Magazine | Jul 1, 2014 | Happenings, Summer 2014
Every July 4, the United States celebrates its independence with barbecues, fireworks, games, and parades. Here’s a look at other independence days around the world. Jamaica August 6 Jamaica’s independence day is celebrated to commemorate historic battles and fallen...
