By Melanius Alphonse Caribbean News Now associate editor melanius@caribbeannewsnow.com CASTRIES, St Lucia — On the heels of earlier calls on Prime Minister Allen Chastanet by the opposition St Lucia Labour Party (SLP) to explain what happened to approximately US$20 million in citizenship by investment programme (CIP) donations, SLP member of parliament, Shawn Edward, demanded an […]

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SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — A US district court judge has certified a class of millions of Puerto Rico residents who were overcharged for electricity in an extensive fuel oilfraud scheme according to a class-action lawsuit against Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority (PREPA) and the world’s largest fuel oil suppliers. Attorneys for the residents called […]

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By Dana Niland
CJ Contributor

One of Santo Domingo’s most beloved eateries has relaunched.

The Restaurante 1502, set at the historic Hodelpa Nicolas de Ovando boutique hotel, has relaunched under the direction of executive chef Alberto Rodriguez, making for a new culinary hotspot in the heart of the capital’s Colonial Zone.

The restaurant is named for the year of construction of the building that houses it — it was the first to be built on the colonial land as home of the city’s founder and governor of the Americas. 

 “The newly revamped Restaurante 1502 complements our luxury offerings and stellar services at Hodelpa Nicolas de Ovando, positioning the hotel as a culinary destination in Santo Domingo for locals and visitors alike,” said General Manager, Alvar Ojeda. “We’re thrilled to offer this new dining concept to our guests.”

The restaurant’s a la carte menu reflects the country’s history and island heritage through a mix of traditional Dominican flavors and distinctive European influences with a focus on fresh local and regional ingredients. 

An extensive international wine list complements the culinary flavors, along with specialty house-made craft cocktails.

The 96-seat dining room features spacious air-conditioned interiors and sprawling terraces for al fresco dining with views over the preserved colonial courtyard.

The menu offers a variety of rice and pastas, fresh seafood, meat, poultry and vegetarian options and can accommodate any special dietary restrictions. 

A signature, “not-to-be-missed” dish is the Rib Eye Don Nicolás, served in an organic cocoa reduction sauce, with touches of coffee and Thai chili peppers, the property said.

This dish reflects the fusion of cocoa and coffee, both indigenous to the Dominican Republic, aiming to showcase these flavors that have contributed to world cuisine. 

Another exciting dish is the “Black Forest” Angus Beef Medallions, served with slices of zucchini, eggplant, peasant potatoes, and red fruit sauce with tangy blue cheese, highlighting the contrast of a savory and sweet palate.

— CJ

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By the Caribbean Journal staff

One of the Caribbean’s most legendary bands is coming to Saint Lucia later this month.

The Zouk group Kassav, the most famous in the history of the genre, is coming for a concert at Saint Lucia’s Pigeon Island National Landmark on Oct. 27.

The performance is expected to include a wide array of the group’s biggest hits, including Zouk la se sel medikaman nou ni, Mwen di ou awa, Oh Madiana, Doméyis, WEP, Siwo and Pa bizwen pale .

The performance by the Guadeloupe-based group“Saint Lucia’s history is vibrant and colorful, spanning epic colonial battles to iconic historical and cultural figures like Queen of Folk Dame Sesenne Descartes, Charles Cadette, Athenians Laborde, Harold Simmons, Rameau Poleon, Roderick & Derek Walcott and others who have left indelible marks on Saint Lucia’s cultural and historical landscape. What better way to highlight their contributions than via our acceptance and celebration of the sounds of culture and heritage as exemplified in the lyrics of Kassav and others,” said Jermaine Magras of Jay Upscale Marketing, the promoter for the event.

The concert will also feature local “kweyol”-infused cuisine, fashion apparel and traditional arts and crafts.

— CJ

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