An interview with Debra Evans: Founder of Elysian Charms and Carvings

by admin.maria | May 22, 2018 | Arts and Crafts, Entrepreneur, Interviews, Mummypreneur, Trinidad and Tobago

I love it when friendships and social media create new connections! During a recent Skype conversation with an ole Trini pal of mine,  I heard about Debra Evans’ creations. Then, on Instagram, I saw some of her work for Elysian Charms & Carvings. The...

Press Release: Afrocenchix’s crowdfunding campaign

by admin.maria | Apr 22, 2018 | Entrepreneur, Natural Afro Hair, Natural Hair, Natural Hair Products, Press Release

I am a fan of the brand Afrocenchix. I use their products. I’ve even took part in a photoshoot for the brand. Here’s why I luv it. The products unisex and great for any hair type. Just as important brand, founders Rachael Corson and Joycelyn Mate have...

An Interview with Cher founder of the lifestyle design brand Solus Samurai

by admin.maria | Mar 20, 2018 | Entrepreneur, Interviews, Lifestyle

I recently attended a private screening of the Black Panther movie hosted by Curlture. Jay and Tri, the force behind Curlture rocked a pair of wicked Wakanda tees on their Insta to promote the screening. Those gorgeous tees were from Solus Samurai. I complemented the...

An interview with Nathifa Simon founder of Checiegirl Creations

by admin.maria | Jan 25, 2018 | Arts and Crafts, Entrepreneur, Lifestyle

I’m so proud of my lil niece Nathifa, daughter of the sister from another mother. I’ve observed, how she has been growing her business over the years. She’s creative, dedicated and professional. The work Nathifa produces her business Checiegirl...

Better Bookkeeping for Home Workers

by admin.maria | Jan 18, 2018 | Entrepreneur, Sponsored Post

Anyone who’s tried home working knows about the dual pleasure and pain aspects. Yes, you get more freedom to do things your own way, but there’s the downside of more responsibility and not necessarily anyone to share it with. For some, bookkeeping is one of the main...

An Interview with Marcia Seales-Rodney founder of the Tabanca Box

by admin.maria | Nov 27, 2017 | Entrepreneur, Expat, Interviews, Lifestyle

It was my second Christmas in London and my first attempt at a Trini Christmas. All the hams in East London were sold out. I was in a mood on Christmas Eve. Then, on Christmas day my dear friend Mr A turned up with some ham he had cooked Trini style. He had walked...