Rastafarian & Jamaican Culture

What is Ital Food? Ital come from di word “vital,” and dat’s exactly what it is—clean, plant-based, salt-free food meant to nourish without polluting di temple. No flesh, no processed chemicals, no sugar, no doubt. You ever eat a proper Ital stew, then tek a draw from a smooth, freshly rolled spliff, and feel like yuh soul just tune up? Yeah man, Ganja andItal food is a combo made in Zion. Not just because it feel good—but because it actually work together …

Yuh ever hear somebody seh, “No mek one donkey choke yuh”? It sound wild, mi know—but trust, it come with pure wisdom. Real Talk 'Bout Mistakes, Mishaps, and Moving On It mean: don’t let one stupid moment hold yuh hostage. Life messy. People slip. Tings go sideways. But that one donkey moment? Nah mek it stop yuh flow. Mi granny used to fling this proverb mi way every time mi mess up. Trip and mash up mi phone? “Watch di donkey.” Get too …

Bob Marley, di reggae legend and di heart of Rastafarian culture, wasn’t just about di music—him was a philosopher, a freedom fighter, and di ultimate ambassador fi di sacred herb. To Marley, ganja wasn’t jus’ a smoke thing; it was Jah’s gift to di world, a symbol of unity, and a key to spiritual awakening. Now, how many ganja quotes come straight from Marley himself? Well, it’s hard fi count exactly, because di man loved to talk ‘bout di herb in …

When yuh come to Jamaica, yuh better be ready for a thing we call Island Time – a whole vibe where time moves at its own pace, and patience is a must. If yuh new to di island, let mi break it down fi yuh using one of our most classic Jamaican proverbs: "Time Longa Dan Rope" – Understanding Island Time Sounds simple, right? But trust mi, it’s deep. If you take it literally, it’s telling yuh that time is long – …

A Legacy of Resistance and Spirituality Mi tell yuh, di Maroons of Accompong are not just a piece of Jamaican history – dem a living testament to di power of freedom, resilience, and di rich African heritage that still thrives today! This community is one of di island's most fascinating, with roots so deep in struggle and spirit, you can't help but feel di fire when you learn about them. Let’s take a deeper look into how di Maroons fought for …

Wah gwaan mi fren! If yuh ever looked at a Rastafarian flag or saw some dreadlocked brethren walking ‘round with a lion on dem t-shirt, yuh mighta asked yuhself: “What’s di deal with all dem symbols?” Well, mi a tell yuh today—di Lion of Judah, red, green, and gold, all have deep meanings in Rastafarian culture. It’s more than just fashion, mi fren. Each one of these symbols carry a story, a history, and a message about resistance, strength, and …

A Witty Look at Fear and Bravery Wah gwaan, fam! Welcome back to di vibrant world of Jamaican proverbs, where every piece of wisdom comes with a side of laughter. Today, we dive into the saying, “Duppy know who fi frighten.” If yuh a wonder what a duppy is, no problem; mi deh yah fi explain. this saying nah just wise, it’s also plenty funny! What’s a Duppy, Anyway? First ting’s first: a duppy is a ghost or spirit in Jamaican folklore. Picture …

Reggae didn’t just drop from the skies; it came out of the heart of Jamaica’s struggles, dreams, and resilience. The roots of this genre go deep, reaching back to di 1950s ska scene when Kingston was bubbling with new sounds. Ska, with its lively beats and brass-heavy riffs, was a soundtrack of Jamaican independence and celebration. But as time went by, di fast-paced ska slowed down, combining with soul, R&B, and di African-inspired Nyabinghi drumming of Rastafari gatherings. This evolution …

Dis one is for all a di procrastinators: “No wait till drum beat before you grine you axe” — the Jamaican proverb telling you: stop procrastinating, mi fren! It’s a humorous yet real reminder that waiting till the last minute is a recipe for stress. In other words, don’t be the one sharpening their axe when the battle already starts! Let’s break down this nugget of wisdom and see why you should always have your axe ready — especially if you’re …

Jamaican rum, dem a go together like Red Stripe and beach vibes, or like Jah Livity and ganja! Jamaica’s story with rum runs centuries deep, full of sweetness, spice, and a little rebellion. So if yuh down in Negril and feeling curious, come along fi a quick, fun journey through the island’s rich rum history. A Little History: Rum, Slavery, and Resilience Rum isn’t just a drink in Jamaica—it’s part of the culture. First made by enslaved Africans working on sugar plantations, …