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Photos & Video: TMQ Jazz Event At Victoria Park
[Written by Dale Butler] The Tino Martinez Quartette, just back from the SXSW Music Festival, in Austin, Texas, wasted no time in performing at Lido at Elbow Beach on Thursday nights and arranging a “Thank You” free concert at Victoria Park on Sunday, April 14th from 4 to 7 p.m, which featured many highlights from guest singers and the band. With... Read more of this article
Review: Monologue Slam At Bungalow 56
[Written by Dale Butler] I did not know what to expect when I saw this event advertised for March 30th at the Bungalow, 56 Reid Street, Hamilton. Producer and organizer, Chardonne Paynter, produced a first class event that drew a well dressed, enthusiastic, supportive and mature crowd who were held on the edge of their seats as 10 women and 3 men gave... Read more of this article
Review: ‘Gold Bermudians’ Film Presentation
[Written by Dale Butler] ‘Gold Bermudians’ is a new project launched by the Department of Culture in 2023 and, on March 25th, five new films were presented to a full house that left everyone very satisfied but wanting to know why there was such a strict time limit on such important topics. With a new opening song by singer Joy T. Barnum... Read more of this article
Review: The Tasting Room & Willowbank
[Written by Dale Butler] I thought I could take a break from music once I returned from the SXSW Music Festival in Austin, Texas featuring 150 bands, including Bermuda’s own Tino Martinez Quartette, but on Friday, March 22 I chose two Bermuda venues: The Tasting Room, 8a South Road, Smith’s Parish, billed as Bermuda’s premium wine and spirit... Read more of this article
Review: Bermuda Idol Singing Competition
[Written by Dale Butler] Congratulations are in order for Inter-Island Communications Limited, celebrating 20 years in business come this July 5, 2024. They operate the Hott 107.5 FM and Magic 102.7 FM radio stations and have a lengthy list of community activities which they support. The development of Bermuda Idol is one of the most anticipated music... Read more of this article
Review: De Island Shack On Somerset Road
[Written by Dale Butler] During my visit two weeks ago to interview Barbara [nee Bassett] Dillas at the bus stop in front of the former Arnold’s Supermarket in Somerset about her memorial to Somerset businesses, as I looked across the road, I observed a constant stream of people going to the window of De Island Shack, described as the “local... Read more of this article
Column: Onion Seed Series: Darius Richardson
[Written by Dale Butler] Darius Richardson is a Bermudian who has had numerous work experiences in a short space of time where he has been able to shine and grow with every experience. He is only 56 and his career list is impressive: At age 9 his mason apprenticeship came to an end when his father died. But the desire for building remained in his... Read more of this article
Review: Curry Leaf Take-Out Restaurant
[Written by Dale Butler] It is always a joy after morning chores to pick a take-out restaurant I have never attended in order to satisfy my one meal a day journey in life that started four years ago. Having seen the Curry Leaf advert online, I was impressed and became even more determined to find it to experience their food. Located on the corner of... Read more of this article
Leopards Club Donate To Christ Church
[Written by Dale Butler] As the Leopards Club International approaches its 75th anniversary in February, the executive and members have been busy increasing membership, renovating, preparing for their annual general meeting on Sunday, November 5, and fundraising. On Thursday, October 26, Vice President Calvert Harvey and Assistant Secretary Keith Battersbee... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Clyde Best Wall Artisan Market
[Written by Dale Butler] On a warm summer day, Clyde Best Lane, with note-worthy art work on the walls, came to life on Sunday, Oct 22nd at 3pm with the presence of one of Bermuda’s greatest soccer stars, Clyde Best, who walked to all 13 vendors in humility as they stared at his brilliant light as a humble native who did so well in local and UK soccer... Read more of this article
Review: Pinky’s Restaurant & Drive Thru
[Written by Dale Butler] I have great memories of Tom Cat, a drive thru restaurant that once existed in the City of Hamilton and was known for its soft ice cream. Drive thru has been very popular in the USA but had never caught on in Bermuda. With that said, the announcement by the FoodHub Restaurant Group that one would be opening at 95 Middle Road... Read more of this article
Column: The Clarence Hill Sports Arena
[Written by Dale Butler] The Bermuda public was given a brief insight on Friday, October 29th into The Clarence Hill Sports Arena, creatively designed by Atlantic Publishing House [A.P.H.] and built by Michael Dillas. Present were Miles “Trane” Manders, who did the signage, Gail Palacio, artist of a six-foot portrait, and Rodney Smith, consultant... Read more of this article
Review: Mike Hind And The Limestones
[Written by Dale Butler] Docksiders Pub and Restaurant have gained a solid reputation over the years for friendly service, great food with good prices, and live broadcasting of sports events that draw large crowds adorned in their team colours and dress. With Covid regulations relaxed because of the vast improvements made, their famous Wednesday Night... Read more of this article
Review: Luncheon At The Prospect Room
[Written by Dale Butler] The six-week 11.00am and 1.00pm Culinary Arts Luncheon, revived at the Bermuda College, sold out in one day, highlighting the strong foundation formed over the years. Hostess L’Tanya Roberts, Dean of Business, Hospitality and Technical Education, was on hand to ensure that all COVID-19 protocols were followed when she welcomed... Read more of this article
Review: ‘Friday Night Live!’ Comedy At The Loft
[Written by Dale Butler] Shakespeare: Twelfth Night, Act 3; Scene 2: Maria: “If you desire the spleen, and will laugh yourselves into stitches, follow me.” The Loft on the third floor of The Emporium Building at 69 Front Street was the ideal venue for a night of adult comedy from veterans and a newcomer who are mischievous just like the Musketeers.... Read more of this article
Review: Rhythm & Dine Dinner At Coco Reef
[Written by Dale Butler] There were so many pluses about this event that it can only be given the title par excellence from the initial greeting by General Manager Rehanna Palumbo, who has a reputation for friendliness and standards, to the heavenly and pristine paradise setting of Coco Reef, where the live music and dinner showcase took place around... Read more of this article
