Biography robin lumsden jamaica

Robin Lim Lumsden: I was born in 1958 in Jamaica and four years later we gained independence from British rule.
I have never known what prejudice feels like because I was born into white privilege; however, I know racism is alive and well in Jamaica.
“One of the reasons I wrote the book was this feeling of nostalgia for my youth growing up in Jamaica and partly, I think to validate my “Jamaicaness”.

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Interview with Author Robin Lim Lumsden

A lovely conversation with Toby Bloomberg for Diva Foodies Blog.

Here is an excerpt:

“When we first began exploring an interview with cookbook author Robin Lim Lumsden we assumed that we’d be learning more about Jamacian cusine. We did of course. However, as we developed the interview we quickly realized that Belcour was not just a cookbook, but as Robin told us, a catalyst to many people’s diaspora stories. Just like Belcour with its multiple layers from recipes to family history and insights about the diverse culture of Jamacia, our conversation with Robin is multidimensional…

“One of the reasons I wrote the book was this feeling of nostalgia for my youth growing up in Jamaica and partly, I think to validate my “Jamaicaness”. Unfortunately 50+ years after Independence Jamaica is a paradise for some and a land without opportunity for far too many. I think Jamaica is one of the most beautiful places on earth, the mountains, beaches are incredibly beautiful and our culture is vibrant, full of art and music. Jamaicans are

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Six Books to Inspire your next Jamaica vacation

There’s something special about reading while travelling.

Up north, temperatures will soon be falling and it’s the perfect time to make up your TBR list for your next Jamaican vacation in the sun. This island is rich with histories and stories of the people who make it so wonderfully diverse and enchanting. Here are six books to truly immerse yourself in the spirit and imaginary of Jamaica.

How to Say Babylon by Safiya Sinclair

Poet and writer, Safiya Sinclair shares her memories of a strict Rastafarian upbringing with lyricism and vulnerability. Set in Montego Bay, where Sinclair grew up, it’s an endearing story of a young woman finding her voice. Sinclair describes the lush landscape and coastline of the island through a poet’s eye. You’ll recognize landmarks and neighbourhoods in the book, such as Whitehouse Fishing Village where her mother’s family is from, and Doctor’s Cave Beach which she visits with her mother and siblings.

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Interview with Cookbook Author Robin Lim Lumsden

Posted By Toby Bloomberg on Aug 19, 2015 |

When we first began exploring an interview with cookbook author Robin Lim Lumsden we assumed that we’d be learning more about Jamacian cusine. We did of course. However, as we developed the interview we quickly realized thatBelcour was not just a cookbook, but as Robin told us, a catalyst to many people’s diaspora stories. Just like Belcour with its multiple layers from recipes to family history and insights about the diverse culture of Jamacia, our conversation with Robin is multidimensional.

Robin talks about growning up in a unique close knit family where a fusion of Asian, Jamaican and French food was the norm and reflected the diverse cultures of her relatives. She gives us a behind the scenes look at what it’s like for her and her husband Michael to take a food company from a start up kitchen table operation to entering the global market; and even offers a couple of not-to-miss recipes! Through out she is open, transparent and inspirational. We hope yo