May. 1, 2025 By Tracey Khan After months of anticipation and around-the-clock work, Sandz NYC has officially reopened its doors, this time under the visionary leadership of serial entrepreneur Rondel Boodram. With a fusion of upscale dining, rich Caribbean culture, and a personal touch that only comes from true community roots, the revamped Sandz is […]
Aug. 28, 2023 By Gabriele Holtermann It was all about Caribbean culture and heritage at the fifth annual Queens Carnival in Far Rockaway on Saturday, Aug. 26. The free family-friendly event included a parade with floats, vendors along the boardwalk at Beach 17th Street, plenty of Caribbean food, fireworks and a music concert at O’Donohue Park. Additionally, revelers had the chance to win two round-trip tickets to anywhere in the U.S., provided by carnival partner JetBlue. The Queens Carnival Parade kicked off at 701 Bay 32nd St. at around 12:30 p.m., when Caribbean Americans wearing vibrant colored costumes danced to…
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