The Grand Bahama Island Promotion Board has released a special Wellness Issue   of the Grand Life Magazine. The Winter 2026 edition showcases the many ways visitors and residents can relax, recharge, and feel renewed on Grand Bahama Island. This issue highlights a range of wellness experiences and captures the island’s natural wonders, vibrant culture, and signature laid-back lifestyle. At the heart of this issue is an exploration of Grand Bahama’s natural environment. Gold R

Bakehouse and Mudda Freeze will make their long awaited return this December with a holiday popup at the British Colonial Hotel. The popup will run on December 13, 14, 20 and 21. Many have been waiting to hear when the beloved brands would return in the lead up to the opening of their new location in western New Providence, and social media users have been sharing their excitement about the popup. They have not shared their menu yet, but some items are confirmed. Fresh baked

Atlantis Paradise Island announces the highly anticipated return of the Nassau Paradise Island Wine & Food Festival  (NPIWFF) on Wednesday, March 11 – Sunday, March 15, 2026. Tickets for the Nassau Paradise Island Wine & Food Festival are on sale now at npiwff.org . The ultimate gastronomic epicenter for gourmands, foodies and connoisseurs in the Caribbean, Atlantis Paradise Island boasts a wide range of restaurants led by more globally recognized, Michelin-starred and James

VIDEO HIGHLIGHT The iNSPIRE HER conference returned on November 20 with a full day of conversation, reflection, and community. Hosted by Cable Bahamas and Aliv, the event brought women together to hear honest stories about growth, purpose, and the work it takes to move forward. Actress and author Tabitha Brown joined business leader Debra Lee, the former CEO of BET, along with several other speakers and business owners who shared their work in the trade show. The tone of the

Tidal Imprints, the newest chapter in the NAGB’s Double Dutch series, opens tonight at The Suite: ECCHO, Baha Mar. The exhibition brings together photographers Melissa Alcena and Cédrine Scheidig under the curatorial direction of Amanda Coulson. Their work presents two distinct yet interrelated visual perspectives that open up a compelling dialogue on Caribbean identity, place, and memory. The Double Dutch series continues its mission to foster experimental collaboration amon

For the past several weeks, Miss Universe Bahamas Malique Bowe has been competing in Thailand for the coveted Miss Universe crown. The 2025 Pageant Finale is scheduled to take place tonight at 8pm. Bahamian viewers can watch live on the Miss Universe Youtube Channel. The pageant will also stream live on Peacock, NBC's streaming platform. Photo Credit: Alfred Anderson

VIDEO HIGHLIGHT Fitness and wellness took center stage at this year’s IL Fit Fest on Saturday, November 15 at the UB Field. People from all walks of life - fitness instructors, nutrition brands, gyms, medical centers, and anyone looking to stay healthy - gathered early and stayed throughout the day. Bodine Victoria and Ozzie the Ventertainer kept the energy high as they led the day’s activities. Classes from Baha Hoop Yogi, Patrice Murrell, MAC Fit, Bahama Beach Fitness, Spin

Photos courtesy of Cable Bahamas. Images from their iNSPIRE HER press conference held on Nov 17 and headshots of Tabitha Brown & Debra Lee. Cable Bahamas will host its annual iNSPIREHER conference on November 20, and this year brings two well known voices to the stage. Actress and author Tabitha Brown will join Debra Lee, the former CEO of BET Networks, for a series of conversations that aim to share experience and practical guidance. The event will take place across two sess

Looking for a great breakfast spot? Check out our contributors’ top Bahamian breakfast picks. One spot came out on top for three of our contributors - can you guess where it is? Hint: 🍍🛬 Dr. Vernon D. Divine Cafe (Mackey Street, Nassau) "Traditional Bahamian breakfast with a smile. It’s a little mom-and-pop corner store on Mackey St. The sheep-tongue souse is top tier, with real Johnny bread." Randia C. Bella Signature (Soldier Road, Nassau) "Their Yellow Grits with Cra

Photos courtesy of BIFF The Bahamas International Film Festival will mark its twentieth year in 2025, and the program shows how much the festival has grown. The week of events will take place from December 7 to 14, first in Nassau and then in Harbour Island. The festival will keep its long tradition of connecting both islands, giving audiences two different settings to enjoy films, conversations, and tributes. Venues include John Watling's Distillery, Baha Mar ECCHO Gallery,

The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation has announced the 2nd Annual West End Bootleggers & Seafood Festival, which will take place on November 22, 2025, from 3-10pm at the Commissioners Field in West End. The festival will feature a Junior Chef Culinary Experience where the public will be able to sample the dishes for a small fee, a complimentary rum sampling courtesy of the House of Angostura, a mixology demo by Marv “Mr. Mix” Cunningham, a live performance

The local Italian community once again united to proudly showcase their culture, food, and heritage at the Italian Booth at the International Culture, Wine & Food Festival, held on October 18-19, 2025. Each year, the Italian community gathers to celebrate their cuisine, offering an array of authentic dishes prepared by talented and generous local partners. This year’s menu featured fresh pasta made to order by an Italian chef, classic beef lasagna, and handcrafted gelato from