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.
<strong id="strong-3c700e8d7bdf1cb3fb3aba64dc4cf37e">The Strong One – </strong>Grammy-nominated artiste Etana's catalogue of faves brought the event to a satisfactory close.(Photo: Naphtali Junior)
(Photo: Naphtali Junior)
<strong id="strong-f8268ad43a1ef61bd437086a84b55091">#hubby&wifey –</strong> Adam & Eve Day Spa principals Garth and Kimisha Walker took to the hills for the Blue Mountain Coffee Festival. (Photo: Naphtali Junior)
<strong id="strong-6c43d6ad077b2b6fce80905573cac81a">Welcome To Jamrock–</strong> University student Sarmite Brestrich jetted to The Rock from Germany for the event.(Photo: Naphtali Junior)
<strong id="strong-ff031d35efe685ca84e2f329755cabab">Stylish Duo – </strong>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)
<strong id="strong-8bb5ffcdd1b83af64e6236cfc7adda03">Making The BREW Stronger –</strong> 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)
<strong id="strong-191346e6c2b9ea01b0a914c1802d6ea0">Smile For Me, Jamaica –</strong> Miss Jamaica World 1978 Joan McDonald was her usual stylish self. (Photo: Naphtali Junior)
<strong id="strong-62326520ee818e646c45c4aaac6825ef">Here & Now –</strong> Parenting consultant Michelle Gordon was spotted on the scene. (Photo: Naphtali Junior)
<strong id="strong-302d8ddbacdfc14056bcf5da8d00f08a">So Frilling Good! –</strong> 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)
HOUSE RULES
- We welcome reader comments on the top stories of the day. Some comments may be republished on the website or in the newspaper; email addresses will not be published.
- Please understand that comments are moderated and it is not always possible to publish all that have been submitted. We will, however, try to publish comments that are representative of all received.
- We ask that comments are civil and free of libellous or hateful material. Also please stick to the topic under discussion.
- Please do not write in block capitals since this makes your comment hard to read.
- Please don't use the comments to advertise. However, our advertising department can be more than accommodating if emailed: advertising@jamaicaobserver.com.
- If readers wish to report offensive comments, suggest a correction or share a story then please email: community@jamaicaobserver.com.
- Lastly, read our Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy
