A BRIEF HISTORY OF ANGUILLA
A BRIEF HISTORY OF ANGUILLA By Colville L. Petty Anguilla, once a lush island with dense rain forest, was discovered some 2,500 years ago by an Arawak-speaking Amerindian people who called it “Malliouhana”. There were about 40 Arawak villages in Anguilla the largest of which were at Island Harbour, Sandy Ground, Sandy Hill, Rendezvous Bay and... [Read more]
Bonjour Café : the party spot!
July 8, 2010 by Axamag
Filed under Local Taste
For a change of atmosphere, why not drop by Bonjour Café? Breakfast and lunch are served in a setting that is natural and inspiring. Nestled in the greenery of Well Road, Sandy Ground, you would be delighted by the little novel surprises of this down-to-earth enclave. Enjoy breakfast à la francaise and lunch à la Caraibéenne (Caribbean lunch).... [Read more]
Teck: Furniture with a soul
July 4, 2010 by Axamag
Filed under Interior Mood
Looking for a conversation piece for your home? Check out Teck: Spirit of Asia, specialist in beautiful teak furniture, and antique pieces, from an old wooden piano to a coffee table made out of an ancient door! Distinguish your home with more soul. Their pieces are made to love you back for years and years to come. Teck – South Hill Plaza... [Read more]
Anguilla summer festival 2010
Watch out for Summer Festival 2010 with an interesting line up of events. Lots of sea, sun and sand during this festive season with lots of music in between. Sunday July 25th Miss Anguilla Swim Suit & Costume Competition Landsome Bowl 6:00 pm Thursday July 29th Official Opening & Fireworks Display Landsome Bowl 7:00 pm Friday July 30th Latino... [Read more]
Anguilla drive in theatre
July 4, 2010 by Axamag
Filed under Activities
Movie lovers ! You’ve probably heard about the new drive in theatre. Yep a theatre is long overdue on island…. It’s finally here! Some of you must be thinking what’s the point when I have a flat screen TV or when I can download the latest movies on my computer, first of all downloading movies with out paying is illegal and could eventually... [Read more]
Spotlight on Shavaun Crawford!
The yound talented Shavaun Crawford was on the spotlight again when a travel agent from Vanada sought him out to present him witha special gift: a sewing machine, and Anguilla Magazine was there to witness it. In our March issue we published an interview with Shavaun who shared with us his dream of becoming a Fashion designer. He is already expressing... [Read more]
Anguilla natural treasure: Noni
July 4, 2010 by Axamag
Filed under Body & soul, Featured
Who hasn’t heard about noni? The well sought-after expensive noni juice sold in pharmacies around the world can be had for little or nothing in Anguilla where the tree is growing just about everywhere . Originally from the Pacific, the noni was imported to the Caribbean for its incredible medicinal properties. A very long list of ailments are purported... [Read more]
Sun eel Pharmacy: Energy Boost!
July 4, 2010 by Axamag
Filed under Body & soul, Uncategorized
Sun Eel Pharmacy Craving a boost of energy? No doubt endurance and motivation are priority at this time. As the name implies, Force G Power Max, a concoction of natural ingredients (ginseng, ginger, acerola cherry, guanara among others, ), promises a delivery of user friendly combustible energy for physical endurance and to enhance mental concentration... [Read more]
Djambara: Unique Jewelry
July 4, 2010 by Axamag
Filed under Interior Mood, Uncategorized
In addition to finding one-of-a-kind paintings and accessories for your home, Djambara Art Gallery also offers jewellery culled from across the African continent that exude a time worn feel and are an expression of the well traveled connoisseur. Using different materials, such as engraved wood, silver, copper, leather and beads, these handmade... [Read more]
A World of Taste on 35 Square Miles
For its relatively small size, Anguilla is really large on culinary exposure. With more than 80 restaurants, Anguilla has a higher density of culinary experiences than New York City per square mile. The obvious is then apparent: one vacation is not enough time to do the culinary round in Anguilla. There is a restaurant for every lifestyle: barefoot,... [Read more]
