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Archived: Kees, Ricki Jai, Carter Fam – Angostura Rum Festival Delivers All Local Enjoyment!

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Three days of displays, tours and live entertainment culminated on Sunday at Trinidad’s Angostura Trinidad Limited compound, bringing out scores of rum lovers and introducing some who’d never been so obliged, to get in on the action. The company, known internationally for its Angostura bitters showed off its wide range of products and provided a wonderful weekend of education and entertainment for many. In the end however, the party atmosphere offered on Sunday evening, sealed the deal for many who had braved earlier showers to ensure that they were most present. Among those spotted were entertainers, Mr. Chucky and even local rapper, Chromatics who eagerly engaged in the fun.

Angostura's Single Barrel Rum is a favourite locally.

Angostura’s Single Barrel Rum is a favourite locally.

Angostura’s Rum Festival made its debut in 2010 and now, some three years later, the company is proud of where it has reached, having engaged scores of patrons this past weekend. Brenda De La Rosa of Angostura, in correspondence with ETCETERABUZZ.COM said the festival is aimed at educating patrons about the history of rum and the manufacturing processes of the Angostura products through lectures, tours and visual displays. On all three days- Friday Mixer, Entree Saturday and Signature Sunday, patrons were privy to live displays and tours. There were cocktail demonstrations, food preparation displays and even bartending demonstrations. In the company’s bid to promote patriotism and instil pride in citizens toward the locally manufactured, award-winning and internationally acclaimed rums, De La Rosa told us that Angostura’s Rum Festival would offer more than the ordinary in its September showcase, which it certainly did.

On Sunday,  a carnival-like atmosphere presented itself.

On Sunday, a carnival-like atmosphere presented itself.

Sunday’s event was however the icing on the cake for many. With tickets sold out by 6pm on the final day, many lingered outside the venue, hoping to, by some miracle, gain entry. Cars aligned the street outside Angostura House, signalling that something mammoth was happening at the ‘rum house.’ From the Carter Family to Ricki Jai and Kees, the atmopsphere on the inside was nothing short of fun-filled. Soca music penetrated the walls, delivering a true carnival-like vibe and with that, many bit, wining low to their favourite carnival hits and showing- in true Trini fashion, that rum and carnival fun go hand in hand. Angostura’s hope is that Rumfest will attract both regional and international patrons within the next two years.  According to De La Rosa, the company has the best quality rums and there is no reason why such an event should not be opened to the world.

Check out more images we captured from the event, by visiting our BUZZ Galleries.

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Denise Belfon Thanks Drake’s ‘OVO’ Team for Inclusion of Her ‘Work’ on New Track.

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Canadian rapper, Drake is once again teaming up with Caribbean entertainers, delivering a brand new album called, ‘Maid of Honor,’ which is now available on all streaming platforms. It was one of three albums the artiste simultaneously dropped on May 15th – the other two being ICEMAN and HABIBTI.

Rapper, Drake has released three new albums simultaneously.

One of the singles on ‘Maid of Honor,’ called ‘BBW’ features the work of Trinidad and Tobago entertainer, Denise ‘Saucy Wow’ Belfon – her 1998 track, ‘Work.’

The lyrics, ‘Put Yuh Back in It’ became a trending expression on TikTok in 2020 when it became a challenge on the popular platform. That viral opportunity six years ago, led to the song’s resurgence and Belfon’s name being called by younger generations whose parents, aunts and uncles would’ve more than likely grown up on her music and performances in the Caribbean. Fast forward to 2026, and Belfon is once again enjoying a viral moment as news broke that her song had been sampled by Drake. “Everything is legitimate and I want to thank the team – Fabian Alfonso, a copyright specialist out of Trinidad and Tobago ; He was very instrumental in making this deal become reality, said Belfon in a chat with Ebuzztt, before expressing gratitude to several other instrumental people, and Drake’s OVO team.

In 2022, dancehall artiste, Shenseea and rapper, Megan Thee Stallion also sampled ‘Work’ on the single, ‘Lick.’ Belfon, who lives in New York, had, at that time, attended a release party at a nightclub in New York, where Shenseea acknowledged the Soca artiste’s influence on the new release.

The Maid of Honor album delivers 14 singles and added to T&T’s Denise Belfon, Jamaican artiste, Popcaan is also featured on a single called, ‘Amazing Shape.’

Denise Belfon’s personality and charisma has, for a very long time, made her a fan favorite in the Caribbean. A vocal powerhouse and unique stage performer, she has stood the test of time in the Soca music industry, having created massive soca anthems like ‘Work,’ ‘Wine and Bend Over’ and ‘Wining Queen’ among countless other flavorful singles.

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Caribbean Fashion Is A Big Deal. Designer, Ecliff Elie Expands With Women In Mind.

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Caribbean fashion is top tier. In a world of copy and paste designs, Caribbean brands like the incomparable Ecliff Elie, stand in a class of their own. Earlier this month, the menswear brand made a major announcement and whether you’ve heard or not, we’re here to tell you, this is huge.

The Ecliff Elie brand will now be delivering its seamless, tailored appeal to women. The brand is known for its precision tailoring and disciplined garment construction so with that at its foundation, women can now feel the complete effect of the Ecliff Elie touch. The company steps out into this aspect of its business after what it says has been years of delivering this service privately to women. Dubbed ‘Bespoke — Tailored for Women,’ Ecliff Elie is now offering the service, at scale.

The introduction reflects a focused extension of Elie’s established approach to tailoring – one built on proportion, control, and consistency. Each garment is developed through a guided process that considers posture, movement, and presence, ensuring that the final result aligns with how the individual operates and presents herself.

From custom blazers to trousers, skirts, and dresses, customers will now be able to get their custom designed Ecliff Elie apparel, through a consultation-led process where every decision—from cut to finish—is deliberate. The company says fabric selection will be approached with the same level of discipline, with materials chosen for structure, performance, and longevity, allowing each piece to maintain its standard over time.

“This is not a new direction,” Elie states. “It is a continuation of work I have done over time, now introduced with structure and clarity.”

With more than three decades of experience, Ecliff Elie has consistently positioned presentation as a defining factor in how individuals are perceived. His work has guided clients across industries to approach style as a matter of precision and intent rather than preference.

“When the garment is correct, everything changes,” he adds. “You move differently. You carry yourself differently. That is the standard.”

As more women continue to operate at the highest levels across business, leadership, and professional environments, the demand for tailoring that reflects both authority and individuality has grown. This offering responds to that shift with a process designed to deliver consistency, clarity, and control.

Through Bespoke — Tailored for Women, Ecliff Elie continues to refine his approach while maintaining a clear focus on craftsmanship, attention to detail, and a disciplined standard of execution.

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