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Anegada Lobster Festival Art Competition: Winner Announcement Set for Noon Today
The BVI Tourist Board and Film Commission will announce the winner of this year’s Anegada Lobster Festival Art Competition today September 27. This annual event, a staple in the lead-up to the beloved Anegada Lobster Festival, has drawn the creative talents of young artists from across the British Virgin Islands, each competing to have their artwork featured in the festival’s official flapbook.
With this year’s theme—”Lobster, Sun & Anegada Fun”—entrants between the ages of 7 and 12 were tasked with bringing the vibrant culture of Anegada and its famous spiny lobster to life on paper. The young artists were challenged to capture the spirit of the island, combining its sun-soaked shores with the iconic lobster, a key symbol of the festival.
The stakes are high, with FLAP-tastic prizes lined up for the winners:
Grand Prize: A getaway to St. Maarten with two round-trip flights courtesy of Winair.
Second Prize: A round-trip ferry ticket for two to the Anegada Lobster Festival, complete with a delicious lunch.
Third Prize: A gift certificate for two for an Arts and Craft Adventure at Create BVI.
Fifth Prize: A guided hike for two with Hike BVI, perfect for nature lovers.
Seventh Prize: A culinary experience for two with Rotiman’s Johnny Cake, where winners can learn the art of making the island delicacy.
The festival organisers are thrilled to see the community’s response, especially from the island’s youth. “It’s not just about the lobster; it’s about celebrating Anegada and our BVI culture through art and creativity. This competition allows kids to play a big part in that celebration,” the organisers said.
Submissions for the contest closed on Monday, September 23rd, and the judges have been hard at work evaluating the entries. Winners will be revealed later today, marking the start of the excitement for the upcoming Anegada Lobster Festival—a cornerstone event in the BVI’s cultural calendar.
For those eager to see the results, the BVI Tourist Board will announce the winners at noon. Keep an eye out for the next young BVI artist whose artwork will be immortalised in this year’s festival flapbook!
Entertainment
Caribbean Baking Awards to Stream Live on JTV – Watch the Region’s Best Bakers Compete
Some of the best bakers from across the Caribbean are gearing up for the Caribbean Baking Awards (CBA), a two-day event celebrating creativity, skill, and the flavours that make Caribbean baking unique. The competition will be streamed live on Jahphix Television (JTV), so viewers from across the region and beyond can watch the action as it happens.
Bakers from across the Caribbean will go head-to-head in various categories, putting their skills to the test in front of expert judges. The competition will feature teams from:
- Virgin Islands (US) – Team Hibiscus Sweets
- Trinidad and Tobago – Team Trini Cakes Revellers & Team Flavour Masters Possé
- Jamaica – Team Sweet Success & Team The Dynamic Duo
- Antigua and Barbuda – Team The Glass Jar & Team Sweet Art 268
- Virgin Islands (BVI) – Team Bombshell
- Dominica – Team Donmnik Dou
- Guyana – Team Sweet Secrets
- Barbados – Team Bimstars
- Saint Lucia – Team Fruit Boss
The event takes place on February 21-22, featuring live baking, expert judging, and special guest appearances. Chef Kareem Brooks from Saint Martin will be one of the judges, while hosts Julie Mango and Ricky “Daphox” Bertie will keep the energy high throughout the competition. The celebration will wrap up with an After Party on February 22, featuring a live performance by Onyan and the 3 Cylinder.
Viewers can watch live on JTV and be part of the excitement as bakers compete for top honours.
Tickets to attend in person are $10. Secure yours today and don’t miss out!
For more details and to watch the live stream, visit https://tinyurl.com/CBAwithJTVchannel55
Lesley and Lestene Maduro of LSL Bakery in Virgin Gorda will be among the bakers competing at the Caribbean Baking Awards, set to take place in the British Virgin Islands.
LSL Bakery, a well-known establishment in Virgin Gorda, has been serving pastries, cakes, and other baked goods for years. Founded as a family business, it has grown into a recognised name in the local culinary scene.
The Caribbean Baking Awards bring together top bakers from across the region, with teams representing the British Virgin Islands, the US Virgin Islands, Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago, Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Saint Lucia, Barbados, and Guyana. The competition includes categories such as Best Buttercream Cake, Rising Star, Cake Hero, and Best Cupcakes.
The awards ceremony will culminate in the Masquerade Awards Gala Dinner on Saturday, 22 February, at 5:00 PM at the Multi-Purpose Sports Complex in Road Town, Tortola.
The event will bring together bakers, industry professionals, and guests to celebrate Caribbean culinary craftsmanship.
Voting for the awards opened on 7 September 2024, allowing the public to support their favourite bakers.
The event will also be streamed live on Jahphix Television (JTV).
Unable to attend the event in person? Enjoy the two-day action by securing your tickets for just $10. Click the link below to purchase.
St. Lucian pastry chef Ronald Estephane, the head of Fruit Boss, will participate in the upcoming Caribbean Baking Awards.
Estephane, known for his fruit carvings and pastry designs, previously won the title of Pastry Chef of the Year at the 2024 Caribbean Baking Awards. His work focuses on transforming fruit into edible art, earning recognition within the Caribbean culinary industry.
The event is scheduled for February 21-22, at the Multi-Purpose Sports Complex in Road Town, Tortola, British Virgin Islands, bringing together bakers and pastry chefs from across the region.
This year’s competition will feature participants competing under the theme “Rum Fun.” The event will also include the “Ultimate Bake-Off: Celebrity Grudge Match – BVI Artists Edition,” where local musicians Boss, Jugo and Brent Hoyte will compete in a baking challenge.
The Caribbean Baking Awards continues to recognize professionals in the region’s culinary industry, highlighting innovation and craftsmanship in baking and pastry arts.
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