American Wines Matter (AWM) is a platform offering a fresh perspective on Caribbean Carnival culture. Through comprehensive guides, tips, and personal experiences, AWM assists both new and seasoned masqueraders in planning and enhancing their Carnival journeys. The blog covers topics such as Carnival planning, wellness for participants, and financial strategies to support the Carnival lifestyle. AWM also emphasizes inclusivity and cultural appreciation, encouraging individuals from all backgrounds to participate in and enjoy the rich traditions of Caribbean Carnival.

Carnival Culture, links June 12, 2021

Discussing Carnival with Friends and Family

As an African American woman not brought up in the culture, I have found myself having some very… interesting interactions with friends, and even some family members that really don’t understand carnival outside what they see in my photos or on social media otherwise. Some of my interactions...

Fashion May 28, 2021

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People May 28, 2021

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Travel May 28, 2021

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Travel May 28, 2021

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Trends May 28, 2021

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Trends May 28, 2021

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News May 28, 2021

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Carnival Culture, links May 21, 2021

Carnival Returns: How will you do things differently?

A vaccine has come and as the numbers of those vaccinated in the United States increase, the number of active COVID 19 cases continue to fall. And so… in 2021…Carnival returns. How will you do things differently?

links December 7, 2020

Afro Soca Love

Connecting the African diaspora one fete at a time. I had the honor of speaking with DJ Maga Stories, CEO of Afro Soca Love. Read all about him and how he was inspired to orchestrate events connecting all walks of the diaspora through a multi-sensory experience of love,...

links November 27, 2020

Reyes’ Traditional Puncha Creama

Come holiday season everyone wants to talk about coquito! But have you heard of Puncha Creama? Instagram networking, I tell you. I have no idea how I stumbled upon Reyes' Puncha Creama. After weeks of viewing her posts, I gathered up the courage to hit Monique's DM...