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  • OECS 13th Council of Ministers to meet in Dominica for regional climate and resilience talks

    OECS 13th Council of Ministers to meet in Dominica for regional climate and resilience talks

    Against a backdrop of accelerating climate risks that disproportionately threaten vulnerable small island nations, the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Commission has announced it will convene the 13th session of its Council of Ministers: Environmental Sustainability Meeting (COM:ES 13) in Dominica from May 27 to 28, 2026. Built around the central theme “The OECS Collective Resolve: Innovative Pathways in a High-Risk Global Landscape,” the high-level gathering will bring together a diverse cross-section of stakeholders to advance coordinated regional action on environmental protection and climate adaptation.

    Per an official OECS press statement, attendees will include cabinet ministers leading environmental sustainability portfolios from all OECS full member states and associate members, alongside representatives from regional and international development partners, specialized technical agencies, leading climate researchers, and practicing environmental professionals. The entire two-day meeting will be chaired by Cozier Frederick, Dominica’s Minister for Environment, Rural Modernisation, Kalinago Upliftment and Constituency Empowerment.

    Organizers emphasize that the meeting convenes at a defining moment for Small Island Developing States (SIDS), which have faced escalating climate-driven threats and systemic environmental challenges despite contributing the least to global carbon emissions. Central discussions will center on deepening cross-border cooperation among OECS member nations while co-developing practical, innovative solutions that boost regional sustainability and climate resilience across the Eastern Caribbean.

    COM:ES 13 builds on foundational policy commitments reached during the 10th session of the council, when ministers formally endorsed the OECS Environmental Sustainability Roadmap to 2030. This strategic framework aligns with two broader regional and global commitments: the St. George’s Declaration for Environmental Sustainability (SGD 2040) and the Antigua and Barbuda Agenda for SIDS (ABAS), ensuring OECS actions align with larger shared climate and sustainability goals.

    Over the course of the two-day gathering, ministers and technical experts will dive into seven core priority areas that shape regional environmental health: ocean governance and sustainable fisheries, biodiversity and ecosystem protection, climate adaptation and disaster resilience, integrated land and water resource management, scaled-up sustainable energy adoption, and cross-border pollution and waste reduction. The agenda also carves out space to address pressing ongoing challenges that threaten regional livelihoods and ecosystems, including gaps in accessible climate financing, large-scale ecosystem restoration needs, marine plastic pollution, expansion of renewable energy infrastructure, and the rapidly growing crisis of invasive sargassum seaweed blooms along Caribbean coastlines.

    The meeting’s program combines multiple engagement formats to drive actionable outcomes, including interactive ministerial panels, evidence-based technical presentations, contributions from partner organizations, and closed-door strategic discussions designed to accelerate ambitious, coordinated environmental action across all OECS member states. A long list of regional and international institutions have confirmed their participation, including the Caribbean Community Climate Change Centre, the Commonwealth Secretariat, the World Bank, the European Union, Expertise France, and the International Union for Conservation of Nature, among dozens of other development and conservation partners.

    Complementing the official ministerial meeting, the OECS Commission and the Government of Dominica will co-host a public Environmental Sustainability Exhibition running from May 25 to 28, 2026, at the Goodwill Parish Hall in Roseau, Dominica’s capital. Carrying the sub-theme “From Aspiration to Focused Action,” the exhibition will showcase cutting-edge environmental projects, community-led climate solutions, and innovative green technologies from across the OECS region, with targeted focus on renewable energy deployment, mangrove restoration and conservation, and community-scale sargassum management.

    The exhibition is designed to be accessible and educational for general visitors and local students alike, featuring interactive displays, hands-on educational exhibits, immersive virtual reality experiences, documentary videos, and on-site project showcases that illustrate how Eastern Caribbean nations are already responding to climate and environmental challenges. Highlighted initiatives on display will include the European Union-funded BioSPACE and Integrated Landscape Management (ILM) programmes, the Resilient Ecosystems Through Mangrove Restoration (REMAR) Project, the Sargassum Regional Strategies for Ecosystem-Based Actions (SARSEA), and a range of other programs focused on boosting climate resilience, expanding sustainable energy, improving ocean governance, and advancing sustainable fisheries.

    In closing, OECS Commission leaders noted that COM:ES 13 will serve as a critical regional platform to strengthen cross-border collaboration, reinforce the organization’s commitment to equitable sustainable development, and advance the goal of building a resilient, inclusive future for Eastern Caribbean communities amid growing global climate uncertainty.

  • Flow Antigua : Latest winner in Flow’s riddim and rewards 2.0 campaign Eric Henry

    Flow Antigua : Latest winner in Flow’s riddim and rewards 2.0 campaign Eric Henry

    Flow Antigua, one of the region’s leading telecommunications providers, has announced that local resident Eric Henry is the newest big winner of the company’s highly popular Riddim and Rewards 2.0 promotion. The second iteration of the campaign, which has captured widespread attention across the island’s entertainment and consumer communities, is designed to reward loyal Flow customers while celebrating Antigua and Barbuda’s rich musical and cultural heritage.

    Since launching Riddim and Rewards 2.0, Flow has rolled out a steady schedule of prize draws and special giveaways, creating constant excitement among participants. The campaign blends the island’s iconic Caribbean riddim culture with tangible consumer rewards, turning ordinary customer engagement into a opportunity to win a range of valuable prizes. For this latest draw, Henry beat out thousands of other participating customers to claim his winning title, marking another milestone in the promotion’s successful run.

    Local community members have praised Flow for continuing the Riddim and Rewards initiative into its second season, noting that the campaign not only gives back to loyal subscribers but also shines a spotlight on Antigua’s vibrant cultural identity. Industry observers add that promotions like this help strengthen Flow’s connection to the local community while driving ongoing customer engagement in the competitive regional telecom market. Flow has confirmed that more prize draws and winner announcements are planned in the coming weeks as the Riddim and Rewards 2.0 campaign continues across Antigua.

  • Janice Hodge Awarded Nearly EC$500,000 in Unfair Dismissal Case Against State Insurance

    Janice Hodge Awarded Nearly EC$500,000 in Unfair Dismissal Case Against State Insurance

    A former senior leader at a state-owned Caribbean insurance provider has secured a landmark legal victory after an industrial tribunal ruled her 2023 termination was unlawful, ordering the company to payout nearly half a million Eastern Caribbean dollars in combined compensation and damages. Janice Hodge, who previously served as the insurer’s executive manager, launched the unfair dismissal claim following her ouster, which came after the company was forced to issue a $9.8 million restatement of its official financial statements. Company leadership had pinned the financial discrepancy on errors that occurred under Hodge’s supervision, but the Industrial Court’s ruling thoroughly rejected that narrative.

    In its full judgment, the court found that Hodge’s dismissal directly violated core natural justice principles. A key failing highlighted by the court was that State Insurance never clearly articulated the specific misconduct that Hodge was accused of committing, leaving the former executive without a fair opportunity to defend herself against the allegations. Beyond that, the tribunal concluded that the massive financial restatement was overwhelmingly driven by long-standing problems with outdated internal software and legacy operational systems, not any personal wrongdoing on Hodge’s part.

    The court also issued sharp criticism of the company’s inconsistent application of disciplinary rules, noting that disciplinary standards were applied unevenly across staff, a practice that undermines the fairness of workplace accountability processes. In an important warning for public and state-owned entities across the region, the tribunal cautioned against making public statements that name individual employees in connection with unproven misconduct allegations before full due process has been completed. Such practices, the court emphasized, cause irreversible damage to personal reputations before an individual has the chance to clear their name.

    Hodge was awarded damages across multiple categories, including pay in lieu of notice, compensation for verified financial losses stemming from her unlawful termination, exemplary damages to address the unreasonable conduct of the employer, and coverage of her full legal costs. The court granted State Insurance permission to pay the total sum in scheduled instalments, with the full payment required to be completed by June 2026.

  • Jamaica to host launch of 20th Caribbean Week of Agriculture under food systems theme

    Jamaica to host launch of 20th Caribbean Week of Agriculture under food systems theme

    The Caribbean’s flagship agricultural industry gathering is gearing up to mark its 20th iteration this year, with an official hybrid launch ceremony scheduled to kick off Thursday, May 21, 2026, from Kingston, Jamaica — the selected host city for 2026’s series of regional agricultural events.

    Organized under the framework of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), the Caribbean Week of Agriculture (CWA) has established itself as the region’s premier gathering for agriculture-focused collaboration. The event consistently brings cross-sector stakeholders together to advance collective progress on Caribbean food systems and agricultural growth, through a packed schedule of collaborative sessions, industry exhibitions, and strategic dialogues.

    This year’s full week of programming will run from September 27 to October 2, with organizers projecting attendance from hundreds of stakeholders across the Caribbean. Attendees will include small-scale and commercial farmers, youth agricultural groups, agri-business entrepreneurs, tech innovators, regional policymakers, international development partners, and other key industry representatives, all converging in Jamaica for the event.

    The 2026 agenda includes a diverse range of activities designed to address pressing regional priorities: interactive seminars highlighting emerging best practices, technical showcases showcasing new agricultural tools and solutions, industry trade exhibitions connecting producers to buyers, statutory business meetings for leading regional agricultural bodies, and multiple high-level policy forums. A centerpiece of the week’s official business will be a special convening of the Council for Trade and Economic Development (COTED), CARICOM’s key decision-making body for trade and economic coordination.

    Event organizers have unveiled 2026’s overarching theme: “The New FACE of Caribbean Food Systems.” The acronym was intentionally crafted to center four non-negotiable priority areas for the region’s agricultural sector: Food Security, Agri-Business development, Climate-Smart Technologies adoption, and Export Expansion for Caribbean agricultural producers.

    A diverse lineup of senior regional and international officials is confirmed to take part in next week’s launch ceremony, with featured speakers representing leading Caribbean and global agricultural institutions. Notable confirmed speakers include Floyd Green, Jamaica’s Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining; Zulfikar Mustapha, Guyana’s Minister of Agriculture and Chair of the Special Ministerial Task Force on Food Security and Food Production; and Carla Barnett, Secretary-General of CARICOM.

    Additional participating speakers include Muhammad Ibrahim, Director General of the Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture; Rene Orellana Halkyer, representing the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations; Patrick Antoine, head of the CARICOM Private Sector Organisation; and David Prendergast of the CARICOM Secretariat.

  • Fatal stabbing tests purpose of Haynesville outpost

    Fatal stabbing tests purpose of Haynesville outpost

    Just five weeks after officials cut the ribbon on the newly refurbished Haynesville police outpost, a facility billed as a cornerstone of enhanced community safety and proactive crime prevention, a brutal fatal stabbing has rocked the small Barbadian district, leaving locals questioning whether the tragedy could have been avoided.

    On Tuesday afternoon, 38-year-old Andre Sylvester Maynard, a resident of Redmans Village, St Thomas, was killed mere steps from the reopened outpost. The killing pushed Barbados’ national murder toll for the current year to 25, amplifying already growing public anxiety over violent crime across the island.

    By early evening, small clusters of local residents had gathered near the crime scene, their conversation centering on the jarring contrast between the outpost’s recent promise of safety and the violence that unfolded on its doorstep. Maynard’s family declined to speak with reporters, saying overwhelming grief and anger left them unable to comment.

    Peter Skeete, founder and president of the local Haynesville Youth Club, called the incident deeply tragic but pushed back against widespread assumptions that the community is overrun by gang-related violence. “There is no ongoing gang activity here in Haynesville,” Skeete told local outlet Barbados TODAY. “What happened was an isolated act of retaliation between two men.” According to Skeete’s account, the conflict had simmered for days and originated from a long-running domestic dispute.

    Even so, Skeete acknowledged that the killing’s proximity to the outpost left many residents unsettled. Just weeks before, local law enforcement had publicly pledged to reestablish a consistent, visible community presence out of the facility. “It’s just devastating that no officer was on site when this happened, right practically at the entrance to the outpost,” he said. While Skeete stopped short of blaming police directly for Maynard’s death, he noted that consistent, visible community policing often stops small conflicts from escalating into fatal violence. “That’s the whole point of having a presence here – you can catch these issues before they spiral out of control,” he added.

    Not all residents share the view that a greater police presence would have changed the outcome. One local resident, who spoke on condition of anonymity, noted that once interpersonal conflicts escalate, even immediate police intervention is often too late. “When these men get angry, they’re not going to stop because they see a uniform,” the resident said. “I don’t think things would have ended any differently even if officers had been here at that exact moment.”

    The disturbance that preceded the stabbing left one child injured as well: witnesses report that a bottle was thrown during an early altercation, shattered, and cut the child’s elbow and back. The young victim was transported to a local medical facility for treatment, and law enforcement deployed additional officers to the area to maintain order in the aftermath of the killing.

    While he questioned whether on-site police could have prevented the tragedy, the anonymous resident agreed that far more targeted, systemic intervention is desperately needed to address the root causes of violence in the district. He linked the high rates of violence among at-risk young men in the area to a web of social issues: unstable home lives, a lack of consistent adult supervision, growing access to dangerous drugs, and the normalization of territorial block culture. “There’s only so much that community leaders like Peter Skeete can do on their own,” he noted.

    The incident has reignited fierce debate over the actual function of the recently reopened outpost, with multiple residents claiming that the facility has remained largely unused and inactive in the weeks following its high-profile reopening ceremony. Senior Superintendent Lesteal Woodroffe, head of the police’s Northern Division, strongly denied those claims when contacted for comment.

    Woodroffe explained that the outpost is designed to serve as a base for mobile patrols and community outreach work, not a stationary facility where officers are required to remain on site 24/7. “That claim is not true. I can confirm that the post is fully operational, and officers run all their local operations from this base,” he said. “The post is open every single day. Officers leave from here to patrol the community, then return to the base after their shifts.” He added that at the time of the stabbing, all officers assigned to the outpost were conducting scheduled patrols and outreach work elsewhere in the Haynesville district.

    When asked whether having officers on site would have prevented the killing, Woodroffe said that view is rooted in public perception rather than the reality of how community policing works. When the outpost reopened a month ago, Minister of Legal Affairs and Criminal Justice Michael Lashley framed it as a beacon of public reassurance amid rising national concern over violent crime, and pledged sustained, immediate action to crack down on violence and criminal hotspots across Barbados.

    Even as forensic investigators combed the crime scene for evidence on Tuesday evening, daily community life continued in Haynesville. Just hours after the stabbing, 25 local young people attended a scheduled dance class at the nearby community pavilion, and Skeete said his youth organization would not pause its work. “We have to keep showing up for our young people, keep engaging them in positive activities no matter what happens here,” he said.

  • Barbados ramps up hurricane preparations

    Barbados ramps up hurricane preparations

    As the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season is set to kick off on June 1, the Caribbean nation of Barbados has launched a fresh series of inter-agency preparedness meetings to coordinate its defense against potential storm impacts. Cross-sector stakeholders ranging from emergency management and national security bodies to health departments, utility providers, tourism boards and private sector entities are all participating in the collaborative planning process, designed to align response protocols and shore up gaps in the country’s disaster resilience framework.

    In opening remarks to the participating groups, Prime Minister Mia Mottley emphasized that climate change has dramatically altered the nature of Atlantic weather systems, bringing growing levels of unpredictability to storm tracks, intensity and potential damage. Against this shifting global climate backdrop, Mottley stressed that a rigorous, disciplined approach to pre-season readiness is non-negotiable for Barbados, a small island nation that is disproportionately vulnerable to the effects of extreme weather events. The coordinated planning process aims to ensure all sectors of the economy and public service are positioned to respond rapidly, minimize disruption to residents and visitors, and speed recovery efforts if a storm makes landfall.

  • Ediflor, first-of-its-kind edible flower festival to launch in Dominica

    Ediflor, first-of-its-kind edible flower festival to launch in Dominica

    For food lovers around the Caribbean and beyond, a one-of-a-kind new culinary celebration is just weeks away from making its first public appearance. The world’s inaugural festival dedicated entirely to edible flowers, branded as Ediflor, will open its gates on May 24 and 25, 2026, in the scenic village of Giraudel, Dominica.

    The brainchild of Daria Eugene, founder of the local culinary platform Cooking with Daria, Ediflor is designed to merge multi-sensory dining, cultural storytelling, and creative art around a central theme: reimagining edible flowers as more than just table decor. Unlike traditional food events that relegate flowers to garnish duty, this gathering is built around showcasing how blooms can elevate flavor, presentation, and creativity in everyday cooking.

    Both days of the festival will kick off at 12:00 PM, offering attendees a curated, two-tier full-course dining experience that weaves edible flowers, fresh local herbs, and native tropical ingredients into every course, from starters to desserts. Each dish draws inspiration from traditional Dominican and regional Caribbean culinary traditions, reimagined with modern, innovative techniques. For diners seeking an exclusive experience, Tier 1 seating will only be offered on the opening day of the festival, May 24.
    Beyond the signature dining experience, event organizers have packed the two-day schedule with a wide range of activities designed to engage guests of all ages and interests. Visitors can browse a curated exhibition of flower-themed art and antique pieces, join interactive games, take part in a hands-on plant workshop created specifically for children, shop one-of-a-kind handcrafted goods from local artisans and vendors, and enjoy continuous live entertainment and traditional cultural performances throughout the event.

    In a press statement announcing the festival, Eugene explained that the concept grew out of a long-held goal to highlight Dominica’s incredible homegrown ingredients in a fresh, unexpected format, while creating a deeply memorable experience for every guest. “Most people only ever think of flowers as decoration, but we wanted to prove they can be the star of a full, satisfying culinary experience,” Eugene shared. “This festival gives people the chance to try something completely new, all while celebrating food, culture and creativity in one beautiful space.”
    Through her Cooking with Daria platform, Eugene has spent years elevating Dominican cuisine by leading interactive food experiences and developing new recipes that center locally produced ingredients. Ediflor marks her largest project to date, and one that organizers say will fill a unique niche in Dominica’s fast-growing calendar of culinary tourism events.
    The festival is expected to draw a diverse crowd, including dedicated food enthusiasts, professional chefs, home gardeners, cultural tourism supporters, and international travelers searching for one-of-a-kind Caribbean experiences. Tickets for the event are currently available for purchase at Bullseye Pharmacy on the island. Parties interested in sponsorship opportunities, additional ticket details, or further event information can reach the Cooking with Daria team directly at 617-5827 or visit the team in person in Giraudel.

  • Daquan George Sentenced to Four Years After Police Seize Large Ammunition Cache

    Daquan George Sentenced to Four Years After Police Seize Large Ammunition Cache

    A resident of Sutherlands has received a four-year prison term after law enforcement officers discovered a substantial stockpile of ammunition and gun-related components at his property during a search carried out last year. Daquan George, who never held a valid firearms license, entered guilty pleas to two separate charges: unlawful possession of a firearm and illegal possession of ammunition.

    Handing down the ruling, Justice John Spencer ordered that the four-year sentence for the ammunition possession offense would run at the same time as a two-year term connected to the firearm and magazine possession charges, resulting in a total active custodial sentence of four years.

    The search operation that uncovered the illegal items was carried out on July 31, 2025, by officers from the specialist Guns and Gangs Suppression Unit. During the search of George’s residence, investigators found 140 rounds of ammunition in a range of different calibers, six detachable firearm magazines, and a disguised pen gun, all hidden inside a bag stored in a washroom.

    George immediately acknowledged that the contraband belonged to him, and told investigators how he came to possess the prohibited items. He stated that he had discovered the bag several weeks prior to the search, while walking along a commonly used pedestrian shortcut. According to his statement to law enforcement, George initially intended to sell the contents of the bag for profit, but ultimately changed his mind and planned to dispose of the items before he was arrested, he told officers.

  • Nawasa: Concord Water System interruption notice

    Nawasa: Concord Water System interruption notice

    Residents and businesses across 12 districts and communities in Grenada served by the Concord Water System are preparing for a planned full-day water outage next year, as local water utility provider Nawasa has confirmed the shutdown to carry out critical repairs on a damaged water main. The interruption is scheduled to run from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Thursday, 21 May 2026, affecting a broad swath of the region that includes the communities of Concord, Brooklyn, Woodford, Perseverance, Brizan, Happy Hill, Beausejour, Cherry Hill, Grand Mal, Fontenoy, River Road, and the entire territory of the Town of St George. In its public advisory, the utility company has urged all customers falling within these affected zones to pre-store sufficient quantities of drinking and household water to cover their needs throughout the 9-hour shutdown period. Nawasa officials noted that the maintenance team will exhaust all available resources to complete the repair work and restart water distribution strictly within the published timeline. Even so, the utility has warned customers to prepare for minor post-shutdown delays: as the water network re-pressurizes and refills, supply will be restored incrementally across the system, and properties located in higher-elevation areas may wait up to two extra hours beyond the 6 p.m. scheduled end time for service to return. Additionally, the company reminds consumers that temporary cloudiness or discoloration of tap water is a common, harmless side effect once service resumes. When normal water pressure is reestablished, it disturbs sediment that has built up along the inner walls of pipelines over time, leading to visible turbidity. In closing, Nawasa issued a formal apology to all customers for the unavoidable disruption to daily routines, and expressed gratitude to the public for their patience and cooperation as the utility carries out this infrastructure upgrade to deliver more reliable water service long-term. This announcement was originally released by Nawasa. NOW Grenada disclaims responsibility for the content, opinions and statements from external contributors, and provides a channel for users to report any inappropriate content related to this advisory.

  • Ediflor Festival to debut in Dominica on May 24 and 25

    Ediflor Festival to debut in Dominica on May 24 and 25

    ROSEAU, Dominica – May 20, 2026 – Dominica’s culinary landscape is about to welcome a groundbreaking new event, as local culinary creator Daria Eugene prepares to launch the world’s first edible flower-focused festival, Ediflor, in the picturesque village of Giraudel on May 24 and 25. Opening its doors to attendees from 12 p.m. each day, this two-day immersive gathering reimagines the intersection of gastronomy, local culture and creative innovation, building the entire experience around the underutilized potential of edible blooms.

    Unlike traditional food festivals that treat flowers as mere table decorations, Ediflor centers edible flowers as a core ingredient across every course of its curated dining experience. The event offers a two-tier full-course dining program that weaves edible flowers, locally sourced herbs and native tropical produce into every element of the meal, from bright appetizers to hearty main courses and delicate desserts. All dishes draw inspiration from traditional Dominican flavor profiles and broader Caribbean culinary traditions, putting a fresh, creative twist on beloved regional cuisine. The first tier of the exclusive dining experience will only be available to attendees on the opening day, May 24, adding a limited-access element for early visitors.

    Organizers emphasize that Ediflor fills a unique niche in global culinary events, billing it as the first festival of its kind anywhere in the world. Its core mission is to shift public perception of flowers, inviting guests to see them not just as decorative accents, but as versatile, flavorful ingredients that can elevate both the taste and visual presentation of food.

    Beyond the headline dining experience, the festival has planned a full slate of complementary activities designed to engage attendees of all ages and interests. These include a curated exhibition of flower-themed art and antique pieces, interactive garden and culinary games, a hands-on plant education workshop tailored for children, a marketplace featuring handcrafted goods from local Dominican artisans and vendors, and continuous live entertainment paired with cultural performances that highlight the island’s rich heritage.

    In an interview ahead of the launch, founder Daria Eugene, who runs the popular local culinary platform Cooking with Daria, explained the inspiration behind the festival. She noted that the idea grew from a desire to celebrate the abundance of native Dominican ingredients while bringing an entirely new culinary concept to the island’s food scene.

    “Most people automatically think of flowers as just decoration for a plate or a room,” Eugene said. “We wanted to change that narrative and show how they can become an integral, delicious part of a complete culinary experience. This festival gives everyone the chance to taste something completely new, while enjoying great food, celebrating local culture, and exploring creative expression all in one place.”

    For years, Eugene has worked through Cooking with Daria to elevate and promote Dominican cuisine, creating interactive culinary experiences that highlight the versatility of local ingredients. Now, Ediflor represents the largest expansion of that mission to date.

    Event organizers anticipate the festival will draw a diverse crowd, including international and local food lovers, professional chefs looking for new ingredient inspiration, home gardeners with an interest in edible plants, cultural enthusiasts exploring Dominican heritage, and tourists searching for one-of-a-kind activities to add to their Caribbean travel itineraries. The festival is expected to become a new staple on Dominica’s annual culinary calendar, boosting local tourism and supporting small creative businesses across the island.

    Tickets for the 2026 inaugural Ediflor festival are currently available for purchase at Bullseye Pharmacy. Businesses or individuals interested in sponsorship opportunities, or those seeking additional information about ticketing and the event schedule, can contact Cooking with Daria directly at 617-5827 or visit the team in person in Giraudel, Dominica.