March 31, 2023
Saturday, April 1, 2023
No better place to enjoy a cup of java than in the Blue Mountain valley and at the annual Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee Festival, now thankfully back at the Newcastle Parade Grounds after a 2022 Devon House staging.
And whilst there were some pesky traffic delays getting there, patrons maximised the opportunity to interact with artisans, sample coffee-based products, and vibe to the entertainment package provided by Grammy-nominated artiste Etana, entertainer DBrunz, Silver Birds Steel Orchestra, and the Charles Town Maroon Drummers and Dancers. Dr Terri-Karelle Reid handled the proceedings in her inimitable style.
Page 2 Saturday is in drip mode.
The Strong One – Grammy-nominated artiste Etana’s catalogue of faves brought the event to a satisfactory close.(Photo: Naphtali Junior)
(Photo: Naphtali Junior)
#hubby&wifey – Adam & Eve Day Spa principals Garth and Kimisha Walker took to the hills for the Blue Mountain Coffee Festival. (Photo: Naphtali Junior)
Welcome To Jamrock– University student Sarmite Brestrich jetted to The Rock from Germany for the event.(Photo: Naphtali Junior)
Stylish Duo – Blaize Service Station owner Angela Williams (right) and senior policy director at the Ministry of National Security Norma Brown stepped out in style for the affair. (Photo: Naphtali Junior)
Making The BREW Stronger – Minister of Tourism Edmund Bartlett (centre) joined (from left) Gastronomy Network Chair Nicola Madden-Greig; permanent secretary at the Ministry of Tourism Jennifer Griffith; Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce Senator Aubyn Hill; and Tourism Enhancement Fund Executive Director Dr Carey Wallace for a photo op.(Photo: Naphtali Junior)
Smile For Me, Jamaica – Miss Jamaica World 1978 Joan McDonald was her usual stylish self. (Photo: Naphtali Junior)
Here & Now – Parenting consultant Michelle Gordon was spotted on the scene. (Photo: Naphtali Junior)
So Frilling Good! – Blue Mountain Coffee Festival host Dr Terri-Karelle Reid tapped into the denim trend in a jumpsuit from Polka Dots Boutique and a denim jacket with frill details from Fabulous Trends. (Photo: Naphtali Junior)
Coffee…No Sugar,No CreamLianne McNaughton, digital transformational manager at NCB, bet on all black for the event.(Photo: Naphtali Junior)