What is wrong with Kompa Music?
What is wrong with Kompa Music? By Max Zamor Last week I turned on the radio station to listen to some “old school” Haitian music. (Nothing is wrong with old school music. Sometimes it’s essential to look back in order to move forward) Mad I was when I heard the speaker begging Haitian musicians to […]
One Small Step for Joseph Michel Martelly, One Giant Leap for Haiti.
One Small Step for Joseph Michel Martelly, One Giant Leap for Haiti. © Max Zamor [email protected] How to solve the impasse in the Daniel Rouzier nomination for Prime Minister and at the same time strengthen an important institution. Like clockwork, every time there is a new presidential election in Haiti, hope for change runs high […]
Amen!
Amen! Selon Dieu… Il était minuit passé quand Claca quitta la demeure familiale des Andrieux. Elle tourna et retourna entre ses doigts le chèque que Archibald Andrieux lui avait finalement signé après des et des heures de plaidoyer. Elle était excédée, mais heureuse ! Elle poussa un long soupir de soulagement. Elle était […]
Depth of beauty in Tim Seibles’ “Fast Animal”
Depth of beauty in Tim Seibles’ “Fast Animal” © Max Zamor [email protected] Even those of us who do not like to read poetry, because we claim it is difficult to understand, may find the writings of Tim Seibles, at times, too simplistic. But do not be fooled: his poetry has an underlying sophistication that forms […]
The Next Haitian Hero
The Next Haitian Hero © Max Zamor [email protected] This is a reprint form an article I wrote in 2008 after the hurricanes The issues cited in this article still apply today and bear repeating The fall of the Duvalier regime in the late eighties brought elation and hope to the Haïtian nation. After the rise […]
Pouvons-nous « réussir » ?
Pouvons-nous « réussir » ? J’ai récemment reçu de plusieurs sources un e-mail qui semble circuler très largement entre les internautes haïtiens. Il contient un diaporama comparant les pays appelés « riches » à ceux considérés « pauvres » et concluant que la principale différence, voire la seule, tenait au comportement de leurs habitants. Tout […]
Boulette ( Meat Ball ) – by Beluchi Jeannot
HAITIAN RECIPE : BOULETTE Boulette Haitian Meatballs . A tasty selection that is complemented well by any rice dish. Serves 4 To 8 Ingredients Amount Ingredient 4 slices Bread 1/2 cup Flour 1 lb. Freshly ground lean beef 1/2 cup Vegetable oil To taste Salt & Pepper 1 Tsp Parsley Instructions Soak bread in water for 5 minutes. […]
Mais Moulu – by Beluchi Jeannot
Haitian Recipe Mais Moulin Corn Meal. A filling staple that may be served at anytime of the day. Serves 4 To 6 Ingredients Amount Ingredient 1 cup Coarse Corn Meal 3 cups Water 1 clove Garlic, minced 1/2 Onion, finely chopped 1 Tsp Thyme 2 Tbsp Vegetable or Corn oil 1 Plum Tomato 1 Tsp […]
Blanc Manger – by Beluchi Jeannot
Blanc Manger Coconut Custard with Fruit Cocktail. An amrbrosial dessert that melts in your mouth. Serves 2 To 8 Ingredients Amount Ingredient 1 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract Two (2) – 12oz cans Evaporated Milk One (1) 12oz can Coconut Milk One (1) – 12oz can Fruit Cocktail 1/2 Tsp Cinnamon Powder 3 pks Gelatin 1 inch […]
Accra – by Beluchi Jeannot
Accra A delightfully crunchy appetizer that is a great opener for any event . Serves 4 To 12 Ingredients Amount Ingredient 1 Small chopped Onion 2 Garlic cloves 1/2 Cup Vegetable Oil 1 Egg 2 cups Grated Malanga 1 Teaspoon Finely chopped Parsley to taste or 1 Tbsp. Salt 1 Tbsp Flour 1 or1/2 Tsp Crushed […]