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LAMB RACKS 2 racks of lamb, - Frenched Herbed Breadcrumbs 8 oz beef paint* 12 ozs Turks Head Lamb Sauce 4 oz each of Pommery and Dijon mustards PREPARATION 1. Season lamb with salt and pepper and sear on all sides. Then rub with Dijon and Pommery mustards and roll in breadcrumbs 2. Place in 400 degree oven and cook until done as desired 3. Rest lamb at room temperature before serving LAMB DEMI-GLACE (4 cups) INGREDIENTS 5 lbs lamb bones and trimmings/fat caps 2 cups celery—diced 2 cups white onion—diced 2 cups carrot—diced 1 sprig of curly parsley with the stem 1 bay leaf 1 tbsp black peppercorns ½ cup tomato paste 2 cups red cooking wine 10 liters of cold water DIRECTIONS 1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. 2. In a heavy roasting pan, roast the bones for about 20 minutes with some vegetable oil drizzled over them. 3. Next add the vegetables and tomato paste. Cook until the vegetables become brown and roasted nicely, around 30 minutes. 4. Remove the pan from the oven and transfer the ingredients to a heavy large soup pot. 5. Deglaze the pan with the red wine to scrape up all the leftover brown bits from the pan. 6. Add the bits to the pot. Add the cold water and peppercorns, bay leaf and parsley, then simmer on low heat for 5 hours, skimming all the foam and impurities from the top periodically. 8. Strain the stock and reduce it by ²/³ 9. Reserve. CAICOS BEER LAMB SAUCE INGREDIENTS 1½ tbsp pureed garlic 1½ cups white onions—finely julienned 2 bottles of Turks Head lager or any other type 1 liter of lamb demi-glace 1 tbsp rosemary—finely chopped salt and pepper to taste 2 oz cold butter DIRECTIONS 1. In a small pot, caramelize onions and garlic until golden and sweet, add beer and reduce by ½. 2. Then add the lamb demi-glace and reduce by ½. 3. Add in the freshly chopped rosemary then salt and pepper to taste. 4. Whisk in the cold butter. HERBED BREADCRUMBS INGREDIENTS 1 loaf of fresh bread—cubed and crust removed 4 cloves of fresh garlic—finely chopped ½ bunch of curly parsley—finely chopped ¼ cup rosemary—finely chopped ¼ cup fresh thyme—finely chopped 4 tbsp olive oil DIRECTIONS 1. Place all ingredients in a food processor and pulse until finely chopped. 2. Finish by adding the olive oil and mixing it by hand to ensure even distribution without making the breadcrumbs pasty (putting in the blender will make it become pasty) * See complete Rack of Lamb Recipes for Sweet Potato Mash and Beet Paint at www.CocoBistro.tc/cookbook ......................................................................................................... By: Chef Stuart Gray of Coco Bistro, Turks and Caicos

LOCATED IN A COCONUT GROVE IN GRACE BAY A long-time Provo favourite, Executive Chef Stuart Gray has built an impeccable reputation based on consistency, creativity and a wholehearted passion and zeal for the foods he creates. Not a ‘froufrou’ chef by his own admission, Stuart prefers to focus on creating his dishes with the freshest of ingredients, preferably local, and enhancing the flavours with his own particular forte, his distinctive and divine sauces, masterfully prepared to compose the perfect balance to complement the dish without overpowering. An aficionado of fresh herbs and spices, Stuart cultivates his own herb garden that produces an abundant supply of basil, mint, lemongrass and a kaffir lime tree, whose extraordinary leaves are hailed for their intense pungency, particularly in Thai cuisine. Preceding his arrival to Providenciales in 1993, Stuart honed his original culinary skills at Ontario, Canada’s Georgian College, and went on to establish an impressive history at a succession of acclaimed and awardwinning destinations beginning with the Windsor Arms in Toronto, Ontario, which embraced the distinctive Relais & Châteaux affiliation, followed by Chewton Glen, a Michelin-star worldclass luxury hotel in the south of England. It was while there that Stuart seized the opportunity to take advantage of an executive chef position overseas, in the Turks & Caicos Islands. The rest is history, and Providenciales’ good fortune. Stuart boasts an extraordinary and impressive list, beginning with Anacaona, The Terrace, a brief detour off island as a consultant to Clive & Stuart’s Island Seafood restaurant in Dallas, Texas which included TV spots on Good Morning Texas, back on-island to Fairways Bar & Grill, Aqua Bar & Terrace and finally, Coco Bistro. For a time, Stuart Gray was indeed a Chef with a lot on his plate, performing ‘double duty’ with the immensely popular Fairways Bar & Grill coupled with his reopening and metamorphosis of Coco Bistro. Today, Stuart focuses his culinary passion exclusively on Coco Bistro. A dining establishment that naturally exudes atmosphere - vibrant and appealing Mediterranean architecture, enveloped in a tropical garden paradise beneath an animated canopy of about a hundred coconut palms. Stuart’s imaginative vision and innovative creativity is discernible in all of Coco Bistro’s elegant Caribbean cuisine boasting the freshest local ingredients and featuring fresh fish and meat prepared in distinctive new ways. When not in the kitchen, his passion is redirected to spending time with his family and Provo’s own Men’s Ball Hockey League, a pastime stemming from his younger years in minor league ice hockey in Canada, where he grew up. Not that long ago, when I asked Stuart about his future plans … his response was simply … to have the best restaurant on island. While a picture may paint a thousand words … and Coco Bistro certainly paints a dazzling picture - listening to the resonance of a garden overflowing with the melodious sounds of diners enjoying and appreciating a Coco Bistro experience is without a doubt testimony to Stuart’s overwhelming and tangible success, certain to stay a long-time Provo favourite! One year in the making and over 100 pages, this elegant, beautifully photographed COOK BOOK is a must for any serious lover of Caribbean cuisine. Chef Stuart Gray’s take on traditional and international dishes has made his restaurant, Coco Bistro, the creme de la creme of TCI eateries. ‘Beautiful by Flavour, Coco Bistro’ offers you the opportunity to recreate some of his most famous recipes. This is an elegant souvenir or the perfect gift from the islands. Available at Coco Bistro. ................................................................................................................ Story by :

Grape Tree Café was envisioned by local business man Osbourne Bodden “Ozzie” for some time since taking over the running of the family business in 2001. While serving in public office from 2005 – 2009 prohibited him from achieving his plan, when summer of 2009 rolled along and after leaving office, he proceeded to build the structure that you see today. On October 1, 2009 Grape Tree Café was opened to the public and it’s been a success story ever since. The volume of sales have continued to grow with many happy return customers, local and foreign. The café has provided a boost to the centre of historical Bodden Town and gives people a chance to come and enjoy the tranquility of the beautiful beach and evening sunsets. Grape Tree Cafe has also been used during the week to sell local lunches and this will continue. Ozzie hopes to develop the small business further as time goes on, adding some beach activities and other food items. He will ensure that warm welcome is always there, and that the ambience is preserved. With smooth Caribbean sounds in the background, beautiful sunsets and starlit nights, this should not be too hard to do. Grape Tree Café serves a range of fried fish, jerk chicken, conch fritters, chicharon and chicken tenders. Eat under the cabanas on the beach, with your toes in the sand. Open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays for lunch and dinner. Freshly caught snapper served with a choice of fried breadfruit, onion, festival and pickles. CI$10-14 grapetreecafe.ky

Concussion is a dramatic thriller based ob the incredible true David vs. Goliath story of American Immigrant Dr. Bennett Omalu ( Will Smith ), the brilliant forensic neuropathologist who made the first discovery of Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE), a football-related brain trauma in a pro player and fought for the truth to be known. Omalu's emotional quest puts him at dangerous odds with one of the most powerful institutions in the world.

Queens, NY - Socialite, media blogger and Dancehall Connections TV host Tina Chin uses her voice to entertain, educate and make a difference via her popular platform BlogEye. The charismatic personality will be hosting her first of yearly benefit gala to give back to various charities in her native beloved island of Jamaica. This year, Tina Chin's red carpet gala will take place on Friday, November 27th, 2015 in Queens, NY and will aim to benefit in assisting with the building of a cancer ward at the local pediatric cancer treatment. "Everyday I would read these stories of young children who are waiting for financial assistance for cancer treatment to no avail. One particular case is of a young girl who had a tumor growing, but because her family was lacking funds, she couldn't get the help she desperately needed. It is so easy for someone to reach out once they have the power to do so." stated Tina The evening will feature performances by international reggae songstress ETANA and reggae recording star CHUCK FENDA , who humbly and excitedly agreed to share their own voice for this project. " Even Jamaican Olympian Jason Morgan and Zion Kids foundation have joined on to help and spread the word." added a jubilant Tina Chin. .......................................................................................................... Tickets can be purchased by calling 917-754-0439 or log on to EVENTBRITE Date: November 2th, 2015 Location: Portuguese Ballroom 147-25 Liberty avenue, Jamaica, NY Time: 8PM - 2am Filming of the event by Dancehall Connections TV

Devaughney L. Samuels, also known as D. L. Samuels, is a self taught Cinematographer and Natural Light Photographer based in Jamaica. He is very passionate about the visual arts. As a child, he would listen to different kinds of music, and imagine the visuals through his own unique perspective. In the Summer of 2013, the first piece of integral equipment was acquired, which was a Nikon D3200 and his love for photography developed. This newfound love was nurtured, with an immersion in portrait photography. Throughout his budding career, he has encountered a number of other creative minds that have not only helped him to develop his portfolio in photography, but also have encouraged him to delve deeper into his “first love” of cinematography and hone this skill. Website: www.shotbydlsamuels.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/shotbydlsamuels Vimeo: www.vimeo.com/shotbydlsamuels Facebook: www.facebook.com/KingstonDreams

Twenty year (20) old Anne Garcia from Dominican Republic was recently crowned Miss Grand International 2015. She is currently pursuing a double major in Legal Studies and Philosophy and is a sophomore student of Roger Williams University in Bristol, Rhode Island on a full tuition grant through the International Leadership Award. Prior to her winning Miss Grand International 2015, Garcia was second runner-up in Miss USA 2015 representing Rhode Island. First Runner-up went to twenty four (24) Claire Elizabeth Parker Miss Grand Australia, while Miss Grand India Vartika Singh was Second Runner-up. Rounding off the top five were Miss Grand Philippines Parul Shah 3rd runner up and Miss Grand Thailand Rattikorn Kunsom was 4th runner. Special Awards Best National Costume: Miss Grand Philippines Best Social Media: Miss Grand India Miss Popular Vote: Miss Grand Sri Lanka Ornella Mariam Gunesekere Best in Swimsuit: Miss Grand Costa Rica Mariela Aparicio Best in Swimsuit: Miss Grand Costa Rica Mariela Aparicio Best in Evening Gown: Miss Grand Japan Ayaka Tanaka

Tis’ the season to change from sheer nude to autumn shades of red, rich purple and green with super shiny and matte finishes. The Hottest Nail Colors for fall 2015

Balmain has officially taken over the fashion scene. On Thursday (Nov 5) the highly anticipated Balmain x H&M collection was launched in 250 stores worldwide and online. The collection created by the French luxury house in partnership with H&M features over a hundred garments and accessories or men and women The designer collaboration showcases a number of rich, extravagant pieces, but without a hefty price tag. Balmain x H&M collection ad campaign features Kendall Jenner, Gigi Hadid, and Jourdan Dunn

The 65th edition of Miss World kicks off on November 21, with the arrival of the first contestants in Sanya, The People's Republic of China, and Culminating with the Grand Final on Saturday 19 December at the Beauty Crown Grand Theatre, Sanya. Meet the Caribbean beauties who will compete for the coveted crown and title of Miss World 2015! Meet the Contestants

I’d wager that “Local” is hardly the first word that comes to mind when you think “Nassau.” The capital of the Bahamas lures hordes of visitors, but for most that translates to an all-inclusive hotel on Paradise Island, a pristine beach and one too many Bahama Mamas. A great shame that is. New Providence—Nassau is actually not an island but the capital city of New Providence—has long been one of my Caribbean loves because I’m awed by the way it’s submerged in American culture (and, frankly, Americans) yet still so staunchly Bahamian. The local lives here, proud and strong and beautiful. Here’s how to luxuriate in it. Cable Beach, Nassau Music “Rake ‘n’ Scrape”: a gardening tactic? No, a musical genre—the musical genre of the Bahamas—that sounds like the rollicking child of calypso and hoedown. The centuries-old traditional version was made by bending a saw and scraping it with a small object; its modern iteration incorporates strains of soca and hip-hop, and can be heard on the radio, in the airport, at festivals and parties—in other words, this is not some old-time, old-folks affair but a music deeply woven into the fabric of contemporary Bahamian life. The best times to immerse yourself in it are during Junkanoo, the Bahamian version of Carnival CCL +1.89%, held around Christmas, and at the annual Rake ‘n’ Scrape festival staged on neighboring Cat Island every June. Feast your ears on this infectious Rake ‘n’ Scrape-flavored hit by Nassau’s most popular party band, Visage. Art Since the 1970s, Nassau’s art scene has been vital to not just amplifying the beauty of the island but promoting authentic Bahamian identity. That legacy is alive and well, making Nassau one of the Caribbean’s great art capitals; this year a local star, Lavar Munroe, had his work featured in the Venice Biennale. Get an art history lesson at the National Art Gallery of the Bahamas (nagb.org.bs ), home to the work of iconic pioneers like Brent Malone, Stan Burnside and Amos Ferguson—whose magnificently vibrant paintings remind me of work by African-American master Jacob Lawrence. Continue ogling at Doongalik Studios ( doongalik.com ), founded in the 70s by the late architect, artist and cultural advocate Jackson Burnside and his wife, Pam; move on to the D’Aguilar Art Foundation ( daguilarartfoundation.com ), where the diverse collection of photography, sculpture, ceramics, and printmaking spans five decades. Glimpse the contemporary art scene at Popopstudios International Center for The Visual Arts( popopstudios.com ), an independent art studio and trendy gallery devoted to the preservation and advancement of alternative Bahamian visual culture and headed by John Cox, an impressive mixed-media artist. On a recent trip I discovered the stunning creations of Edrin Symonette, who crafts Afro-Bahamian masks combining features of Africans and Lucayans, the native inhabitants of the Bahamas (sacredheart.mediacore.tv/media/bahamian-artists-edrin-symonette ) Mask by Edrin Symonette Source: Forbes ............................................................................................................................................... Baz Dreisinger Travel Tales: Where Luxury Meets Local & Wanderlust Meets Culture-lust I am: writer, globetrotter, professor, culture-hound. Born and raised in New York City, with one foot fixed in the Caribbean, I have written about travel, the arts and identity politics for the New York Times, Los Angeles Times, Wall Street Journal and many more; I produce on-air segments about global music and culture for National Public Radio (NPR). I am ceaselessly curious, fearless in my journeys, relentlessly ravenous to see and learn more. My global routes marry luxury with local, which is the essence of this travel blog: Welcome to a place where wanderlust meets culture-lust, where otherworldly high-end meets rootsy down-home.