The ALL NEW Issue of Poinciana Magazine is here. Check out the 2026 Best of the Bahamas recipients and more in the digital issue. A limited edition run of print copies will also be coming out later this summer.

GBIPB to host one-night partnership event in November with the Xquisite Catamaran Center and The Galley Bar & Restaurant ahead of expanded 2027 festival return... The Grand Bahama Island Promotion Board (GBIPB) has announced that the fifth annual Grand Bahama Island Restaurant Fest (GBIRF), originally slated for 2026, will now take place in 2027. While the full slate of Restaurant Fest activities traditionally held in August will not take place in 2026, the GBIPB will host a

VIDEO HIGHLIGHT Bahamas Botanicals hosted a Bahamian-infused mixology session at their Gladstone Road distillery on June 27. The evening, which was led by award-winning mixologist Niko Imbert, featured three unique cocktails made with Bahamas Botanicals spirits, infused syrups, nectars, and juices. The experience was also paired with a selection of sushi. This mixology class will be an ongoing event at Bahamas Botanicals. You can also check out our previous features to learn

VIDEO HIGHLIGHT Rapper Juvenile hit the Jon Batiste Jazz Club stage on June 24 for his first-ever performance in The Bahamas. He performed an energetic set featuring some of his biggest hits alongside the 400 Degreez Band and has one more sold-out performance scheduled for June 25. You can also check out Parts 1 and 2 of our sit-down with the iconic New Orleans rapper and interviewer Nikia W. (@pinksands242), where he shares more about New Orleans culture, what he is currentl

VIDEO HIGHLIGHT We're back with another feature highlighting the faces behind Bahamian brands, restaurants, and pop-ups. This time, Chef Loryne shares more about her vision for Oomami Matcha & Dumplings. For more information on Oomami and upcoming pop-ups, check out their social media pages at @oomamipopup. Chef Loryne is also one of the talented culinary minds behind Baha Mar's The Kitchen.

VIDEO HIGHLIGHT - Nikia W. PHOTOS - Nikia W. This past weekend, hundreds of art enthusiasts, collectors, and curious cultural explorers embarked on a journey through New Providence as Transforming Spaces 2026 once again opened its doors to the public. For two days, attendees were transported from gallery to gallery across the capital, experiencing one of The Bahamas’ most anticipated visual arts events. Yet beyond the exhibitions, installations, and conversations, one messag

VIDEO HIGHLIGHT - Randia C PHOTOS - Nikia W. Bloom in Motion took place on May 30 at the Bahamas National Trust Retreat Garden on Village Road. The event brought together movement, wellness, family activities, music, and food in an open garden setting. It also highlighted the conservation work of the Bahamas National Trust while encouraging people to sign up for membership. Attendees were able to enjoy yoga, Zumba, and spin classes before heading to the dining area for a bite

VIDEO HIGHLIGHT The British Colonial Hotel and Lupus 242 partnered for a very special Bridgerton-themed brunch in support of lupus awareness in The Bahamas. The charity brunch took place on Sunday, May 24, and in addition to giving guests a chance to dress up in their favorite spring attire and enjoy a menu that married classic brunch with reimagined comfort foods, along with a full Bridgerton-inspired dessert spread, the event also raised awareness and support for people liv

The Bahamas Carnival will return from June 3 to 7 with a series of events, with the annual Carnival By The Sea Road March taking place on June 6. Since starting in 2015, many Bahamian legends, up-and-comers-turned-headliners, soca superstars, Caribbean singers, and international artists have hit the Bahamas Carnival stage, and many Bahamian songs have been birthed during the annual festival. As Bahamian revellers get ready to hit the road, here’s a quick trip down memory lane

In the lead up to this year's tour, check out our rewind of TS2025 and take a quick look at the V&M Gallery, joining the tour for the first time. CLICK HERE TO WATCH This year's theme, Chasing Light, honors the life and legacy of the late Patricia Glinton-Meicholas and will include a full week of art, community, and cultural exchange events. The 2026 Participating Galleries for TS2026 Include: • CAB Gallery & Studio • National Art Gallery of The Bahamas • TERN Gallery • The

British Colonial Nassau Hosts Charity Brunch for Lupus 242 British Colonial Nassau will host a Bridgerton themed charity brunch on Sunday, May 24, in partnership with the Bahamian nonprofit organization Lupus 242. The event will run from noon to 4 p.m. and aims to raise awareness and support for people living with lupus across The Bahamas. Set against the historic backdrop of British Colonial Nassau, the brunch combines a Regency era theme with a focus on community support. G

Looking for somewhere to celebrate Mother’s Day in New Providence and Grand Bahama? Several restaurants and resorts are planning brunches, lunch specials and waterfront dinners for families spending time with mom this weekend. From Cable Beach to Paradise Island and Freeport, there are plenty of options for a relaxed meal and a good view. In New Providence, Baha Mar, Atlantis Paradise Island, ZEN Asian Fusion, Balmoral Club, Four Seasons Ocean Club, Margaritaville Beach Resor