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Something Extra | Thursday

Published:Wednesday | October 12, 2016 | 12:00 AM

SOMETHING EXTRA brings you Take Two of the appetising press conference held on Monday to kick-start the countdown to - The Gleaner-sponsored Restaurant Week.... 

Something Extra | Wednesday

Published:Tuesday | October 11, 2016 | 12:00 AM

More than 75 restaurants, nine categories, five cities, endless menus. The launch of the Rock's culinary celebration, The Gleaner-sponsored Restaurant Week has been launched. Tantalising the taste buds of the 14 corporate sponsors, the excitement...

Tuesday Talk

Published:Monday | October 10, 2016 | 12:00 AM

1. We totally understand that some fans have placed their sporting heroes on a pedestal from which they will never be removed. However, there are occasions that ought to be treated with some seriousness. What's with the autograph signing at a...

Something Extra | Tuesday

Published:Monday | October 10, 2016 | 12:00 AM

As Couples Swept Away celebrated their coming of age, 18th anniversary, specially invited guests of the luxury hotel were fÍted all weekend. SOMETHING EXTRA journeyed out west for the deats.

Something Extra | Monday

Published:Sunday | October 9, 2016 | 12:00 AM

Last Friday evening, chosen student leaders of universities and colleges across Jamaica came out in style and smiles at the Sagicor's Group Inspire Project launch at the new Toyota Jamaica Showroom on Hope Road...

Something Extra | Friday

Published:Thursday | October 6, 2016 | 12:00 AM

The business of real estate is a serious one, but members of Coldwell Banker put on their social hats for an awards ceremony for their top 10 producers for 2016. They gathered for a mix and mingle last Thursday that SOMETHING EXTRA is delighted to...

Mayor declares October 13 CC Day

Published:Wednesday | October 5, 2016 | 12:00 AM

Mayor of Montego Bay Glendon Harris has declared Thursday, October 13, 'CC Day in the Bay' in celebration of Cornwall College's 120th anniversary and its Homecoming Week of activities.The traditional all-boys' school...

Simply Red - 'A Night of Flair and Fashion'

Published:Wednesday | October 5, 2016 | 12:00 AMKrysta Anderson

Red, red and more red. The Heart Foundation, in association with Fidelity Motors, staged the foundation's annual fundraiser - Simply Red - last Friday evening on the lawns of Jamaica House in St Andrew.The event, dubbed 'A Night of Flair and Fashion...

Something Extra | Thursday

Published:Wednesday | October 5, 2016 | 12:00 AM

When it comes to giving to a worthy cause, Corporate Jamaica spares no change. The charitable event organised by the Heart Foundation of Jamaica, Simply Red, held last Friday at Jamaica  House makes its second app...

Something Extra | Wednesday

Published:Tuesday | October 4, 2016 | 12:00 AM

The 'lions' of the Calabar Old Boys' Association gathered last Saturday at the Mona Visitors' Lodge, for the annual dinner and awards show. Draped in sartorial garb, the beaus were perfectly complemented by beautiful belles in today's SOMETHING...

Something Extra | Tuesday

Published:Monday | October 3, 2016 | 12:00 AM

Though the island continues the feel the effects of Hurricane Matthew, our fashion radars are still on point. So today's SOMETHING EXTRA journeys to Paris for Alexander McQueen's Spring Summer Ready to Wear Collection for 2017.

Something Extra | Monday

Published:Saturday | October 1, 2016 | 12:00 AM

The Heart Foundation of Jamaica painted the Corporate Area red last Friday with the 27th staging of Simply Red Wine and Food Festival on the Lawns of Jamaica House. Themed, flavour, fashion, flair, the A-listers in ...

Women's Leadership Initiative premieres Queen of Katwe

Published:Wednesday | September 28, 2016 | 12:00 AMJody-Anne Lawrence

The Women's Leadership Initiative (WLI) hosted their annual movie fundraiser on Tuesday with the premier of 'Queen of Katwe' at Palace Cineplex in the Sovereign Centre.Guests were warmly welcomed during the cocktail reception, and able to enjoy a...

Colombian Association's inauguration cocktail

Published:Wednesday | September 28, 2016 | 12:00 AMKimberly Goodall

The Colombian Association, in collaboration with the Colombian Embassy, invited diplomats, association members and other well-wishers, to a cocktail reception last Friday evening at the home of Ambassador Roberto Garcia Marquez.Friends, colleagues...

Something Extra | Friday

Published:Thursday | September 29, 2016 | 12:00 AM

TGIF! From birthday celebrations to an Evening of Wellness, we have your recap of the fabulous week that was on the Rock! Cheers to the weekend!

Birthday surprise for coach Dane Randall

Published:Thursday | September 29, 2016 | 1:23 PM

Family and friends gathered at the Smoked Marlin Restaurant in Hanover last Sunday to surprise one of Montego Bay's most beloved coaches - Dane Randall.What he thought was going to be a quiet dinner with his leading lady, Denise Campbell, on his...

Something Extra | Thursday

Published:Wednesday | September 28, 2016 | 12:00 AM

The kings and queens were out in fine fashion for the highly anticipated movie premiere, Queen of Katwa, put on by the Women's Leadership Initiative, held at the Palace Cineplex in Sovereign last Tuesday night. In case you missed it, here is your...

Something Extra | Wednesday

Published:Tuesday | September 27, 2016 | 12:00 AM

With great suspense, patrons were shuttled to the picturesque Caymanas Polo Club last Friday for the third annual staging of the JN WAY Astra party.

Tuesday Talk

Published:Monday | September 26, 2016 | 12:00 AM

1 For a time, the little lady was walking on air. She had found a man with means, moved into his luxury apartment, and a wedding date was set. But woman never learn: stop bragging to your friends about your man's talents! Soon, she saw text messages...

Something Extra | Tuesday

Published:Monday | September 26, 2016 | 12:00 AM

Last Friday, the Colombian Association hosted a few A-listers at their cocktail reception to a night of great food and good company. SOMETHING EXTRA shares the fiesta with you.

Something Extra | Monday

Published:Sunday | September 25, 2016 | 12:00 AM

Carib 5 was the preferred hotspot on Friday as Digicel's Double Dat Movie Date allowed patrons to see the movie of their choice at half price. Start your week with the highlights.

Something Extra | Friday

Published:Thursday | September 22, 2016 | 12:00 AM

With just seven weeks until the Rock’s most delectable time of year, The Gleaner-sponsored Restaurant Week, seven of the 11 ambassadors gathered on the fifth floor of The Gleaner’s North Street offices. Bubbling with excitement, the...

Melia Braco Village: Best of the Best

Published:Thursday | September 22, 2016 | 10:17 AM

WESTERN BUREAU:Freddie McGregor docked an impressive catalogue at the poolside of the Meli· Braco Village Resort on Sunday night, delivering a stellar performance which included his hit tune Big Ship Sailing on the Ocean.McGregor, a legend in the...

Chef on Tour - a Grand affair

Published:Thursday | September 22, 2016 | 12:00 AM

Iberostar Grand Hotel in Rose Hall, Montego Bay,St James, was last week the scene of a feast for the ages.The posh five-star hotel hosted the first Jamaican stop in the resort chain's Chef on Tour series, with two-star Michelin chef Fernando...

Appleton Estate honours Jamaican artist Guy Harvey

Published:Thursday | September 22, 2016 | 12:42 PM

World-renown Jamaican marine wildlife artist and entrepreneur Guy Harvey has received his unique Appleton Estate Jamaica Rum blend.The special gift, crafted by Joy Spence, J. Wray...

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