From Tanzania to Trinidad - Hand Crafted Jewellery from URU

They say 'less is more' and for me, in everyday life, this is true. Simple works. But simple does not have to be boring. Your 'less is more' can still be a  bold, personal statement. That's why I absolutely love the URU concept and URU has come to Trinidad and Tobago. On a visit to Tanzania, Al Murray discovered these one-of-a-kind accessories and was immediately sold on the URU brand. They...

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Brunchin' and Munchin' Sundays at Krave Restaurant, Marabella

When there are no mimosas, have a peach bellini As a true and proud South girl, I am always happy to visit new places and try new experiences in my own backyard, so to speak.  Krave, located in Tarouba Plaza, Marabella, has been open for a while now and I finally made it for a Sunday brunch. Sundays are very sacred to me - but if there is something to do in South, you have a much better...

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Live at the Hyatt - Children of the Drum (T&T Carnival 2015)

Kees Dieffenthaller - high energy and superb as always Live at the Hyatt - Children of the Drum.  It's a different Carnival experience. A little bit calypso tent. A little bit Best Village and Party Time (showing my age there). A sit-down affair that with the right vibe could become a stand-up affair. A great option for those who are not inclined to partake in the crush of fetes - all-inclusive...

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A HOME away from Home - HOME Cafe, St Clair

HOME Cafe, St Clair, Trinidad Well I'll never be a strangerAnd I'll never be aloneWherever we're togetherThat's my home.  Billy Joel – You’re My Home   Home is not just the physical structure or place. Home is a feeling – a sanctuary, comfort, happiness, belonging. It is a place you yearn to be, and as I type this, I truly yearn for my home and everything that comes with it and...

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