Blog entries

Hello from London: Nahki Wells and Bradford City at Wembley Stadium

Tina Stevenson — Mon, 20 May 2013 19:07:07 +0100

Hello from London! Presently I'm across the pond experiencing life as a Brit. I'm sure you're thinking that I'm spending my days having tea with the Queen and brushing Kate Middleton's hair as we chat about how she should decorate the royal babe's nursery, but no, it's even better: I'm indulging in Bermudian culture. As they say, when in London ... do as the Bermudians do.

First up on the agenda for my friend Brittany and I was watching Nahki Wells and Bradford City defeat ...

All Aboard!

Tina Stevenson — Fri, 17 May 2013 00:50:50 +0100

Can you identify the cruise ship pictured?

Be the first to guess correctly and win a free subscription to The Bermudian magazine.

Only guesses submitted in the comment box below will be considered.

The Most Perfect Mother's Day Gift

Tina Stevenson — Fri, 10 May 2013 21:18:51 +0100

I bet I know what you're doing right now. You're scratching your head trying to figure out what to get your mom for Mother's Day. Of course your dear mom is one of the most important people in your life but it seems no matter how much we love our moms, we can't help but leave gifts of this nature to the very last second.

Have no fear, THIS is the perfect Mother's Day gift: A subscription to The Bermudian magazine! For only $29.00 your mom can read The Bermudian all year long...

And They're Off!

Tina Stevenson — Fri, 10 May 2013 00:38:09 +0100

This photo was taken at Shelly Bay Park back when it was still used as a race track for horses.

Can you guess the year this photo was taken?

Be the first to guess correctly and win a one year subscription to The Bermudian magazine!

Only guesses submitted in the comment box below will be considered.

Agricultural Exhibition from Way Back When

Tina Stevenson — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:45:06 +0100

Can you guess the year this Agricultural Exhibition was held?

Be the first to guess correctly and win a one year subscription to The Bermudian!

Asparagus with Mint Butter Recipe

Tina Stevenson — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 23:13:32 +0100

Asparagus with Mint Butter

Ingredients:
1 stick unsalted butter

½ cup fresh mint, finely chopped

Salt and pepper

1 pound asparagus, trimmed

Salt

Directions:

Melt butter with mint, ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon pepper in a small saucepan over medium heat until just bubbling around edges. 
Cook asparagus in a po...

Mint Sorbet Recipe

Tina Stevenson — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 23:13:01 +0100

Mint Sorbet

Ingredients:

4 cups mint leaves

1 cup simple syrup

Directions:

Bring 2 quarts water to a boil in a large pot.

Meanwhile, prepare an ice-water bath and set aside.

Add mint leaves to boiling water for about 30 seconds; drain and immediately transfer mint to ice-water bath.

Drain and squeeze out exces...

Great Gift Idea: Portable Herb Garden

Tina Stevenson — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 23:12:03 +0100

Get crafty and construct this portable herb garden, which includes fresh mint, thyme, parsley, basil, chives and other herbs. To make, plant herbs in a wooden wine crate using organic soil. Make sure to tell the recipient to put the crate in full sun either outdoors or on a windowsill. *Courtesy of MarthaStewartLiving.com

Bermuda Hospitals Charitable Trust Launches Online Pledging Platform

Tina Stevenson — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 23:03:10 +0100

Bermuda Hospitals Charitable Trust (BHCT), an independent and impartial nonprofit organisation that leads fundraising and charitable giving for the Bermuda Hospitals Board (BHB), has launched a personalised online pledging platform through the BHCT website. Donations, comments and words of encouragement for individual participants' fundraising ...

Davidrose Opens Store in St. George's

Tina Stevenson — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 23:00:06 +0100

Davidrose has a growing reputation as one of Bermuda's most exciting and unique jewelry boutiques. They carry an exclusive collection of fine jewelry while specializing in bridal jewelry, engagement rings, custom design and made-to-order pieces for men, women and children. All precious stones and metals used are conflict free and ethically sourced.

Island Trading Embrances Springtime with New Staff and New Products

Tina Stevenson — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 22:53:07 +0100

Spring is always an exciting time at Island Trading as they unveil the season's newest styles. This year the team is introducing a twist on the style and luxury that has been the hallmark of the company for nearly 30 years.

A new year brings new buds to the branches, and owner Gillian Farge is delighted to welcome her elder daught...

Headway Salon and Day Spa Gets a Renovation

Tina Stevenson — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 22:49:31 +0100

Located on the Church Street level of the Washington Mall, Headway Salon and Day Spa has recently undergone a cheerful new renovation with the help of interior designer Stephanie Bedell of Bendell Design. Owners Ed and Alison Williams decided the salon and day spa needed an update since adding new products and staff members.

"We had wanted so...

Hey Taxi! A taxi driver friend of ours dropped us a line the other day after a particularly ...

Tina Stevenson — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 21:59:16 +0100

I’ve been threatening to start a HEY TAXI! blog because as a taxi driver in Bermuda, I daily have some interesting conversations and often encounter an almost noteworthy event, but so far nothing has seemed truly “blogworthy” until yesterday, when I had a nice little experience worth passing on.

I took the job like any other.

King of Kites

Tina Stevenson — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 01:36:18 +0100

Can you guess the identity of the man photographed?

Be the first to guess correctly and win a one-year subscription to The Bermudian magazine.

Only guesses submitted in the comment box below will be considered.

Praising the Easter Lily

Tina Stevenson — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 01:27:22 +0100

Can you guess which Church is photographed above?

Be the first to guess correctly and win a one-year subscription to The Bermudian magazine!

Only guesses submitted in the comment box below will be considered.

Answer: Congratulations to Andrea McKey for being the first to guess the location pictured as Holy Trinity Church in Bailey's Bay! As pro...

The Way We Were

Tina Stevenson — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 03:47:08 +0100

Can you guess the location photographed?

First one to guess correctly wins a FREE one year subscription to The Bermudian magazine!

Only guesses submitted in the comment box below are eligible.

Answer: Co...

The Little Cottage

Tina Stevenson — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 02:15:00 +0100

It's no secret to anyone that Bermuda is one of the most beautiful places in the world. In fact, the island has been used many times as the setting for books and Hollywood movies. The latest Bermuda-inspired story is illustrated children's book, The Little Cottage.

Can you guess the identity of the man photographed?

Be the first to guess correctly and win a one year subscription to The Bermudian magazine!

Only guesses submitted in the comment box be...

Tennis Player from Bermuda by Fiona Hodgkin

Tina Stevenson — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 01:13:38 +0100

Have you ever read a book you loved so much that when you reached the end you wished you could start all over again? That's exactly the way I felt when I finished reading The Tennis Player from Bermuda, written by Bermudian author, Fiona Hodgkin.

I picked up the book after a copy was sent to our office, because truthfully, there's...

In Full Bloom

Tina Stevenson — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 00:42:23 +0100

Can you guess where this photograph was taken?

First to guess correctly wins a one-year subscription to The Bermudian magazine!

Only guesses submitted in the comment box below will be considered.

Answer: This photograph was taken at Lili Bermuda (Bermuda Perfumery) when it was located in Bailey's Bay. Laurie was the first to guess correctly, wh...