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Wholesome & Tasty Everything Salad

So I made this salad a few months ago, which is an easy way of incorporating a mix of ingredients that you might already have in your kitchen. I'm so pleased with the outcome; the walnuts add so much body; no meat....Read More >>>>

Delicious Chocolate-Chip Coffee Banana Nicecream

As a part of my nice-cream binge, I concocted different flavors and this one is simply heavenly. It's vegan, it's rich, creamy and delicious. But, I'll defer to the video to tell the rest of the story......Read More>>>>>

Dance Africa Festival 2016

Art by Andrew Nichols

It's that time of time of year again when we gather together, get our drums, adorn ourselves in elaborately printed fabrics, and celebrate African Culture. Dance Africa Festival 2016, in its 39 years, was presented under the theme "Senegal: Doors of Ancient Futures." The festival featured workshops, films, discussions, as well as the.........Read More>>>>>>>>

Creative Ajay's Kitchen Launches Three New Videos

So I've been missing in action for the longest, or so it seems? Well, I was a little busy concocting recipes for Creative Ajay's Kitchen on You Tube , my new space and sweet spot.

Since the premier of our Ackee & Saltfish video earlier this year, three additional videos were Read More >>>>>>

How to Cook Jamaican Ackee & Saltfish.

Creative Ajay's Kitchen, a subsection of CreativeAjay.com, just launched its own YouTube Channel! I am beyond elated with the trajectory of my latest labor of love. Appropriately, the first video I did was a simplified guide on how to prepare Jamaica's National Dish which is also my favorite dish, Ackee & Saltfish. This dish is super-tasty and flavorful, due mostly to the combination of herbs and spices, along with the fish which has been ....Read More>>>

Creative Ajay's Kitchen on Instagram

I'm totally excited to share my latest labor of love. It is @creativeajayskitchen on Instagram, a new space where I share the outcome of my culinary trials and experiments happening right in my kitchen. It's been a month now since I started this page and I can't wait to cook dinner in the evenings and snap tons of pictures >>>> Read More

My Love Affair With Colorful African Print Fabrics.

When I fell in love with African prints a few months ago, there was a strong love connection; a poignant one too. I wanted to get my hands on every piece of fabric I saw, so I could just drool and admire their beauty, and conceive ideas to showcase the elaborate designs. Head wraps are my thing. There's an instant transformation from plain to regal, and who doesn't.............. Read More>>>>>>

Succulent Seared Scallops

I've been on a seafood binge lately; craving every aquatic thing you can think of. To satisfy my curious taste buds, I decided to make scallops for dinner the other night. It was my first time prepping this dish so I was a bit skeptical of the outcome. But, before you knew it, dinner was ready in a breeze. Funny that it was also.........Read More>>>>>>>

Celebrating 2 Years of Being Bold, Alluring & Different.

"Since I recently fell in love with African prints and fabrics, I knew I had to rock a dashiki print skirt, complemented with a matching turban. It was so much fun getting dressed that day. I felt like a little girl playing "dress up" except I wasn't actually playing. I was living my reality, embracing every moment of being "BOLD, ALLURING & DIFFERENT.".......Read More>>>>>

Behold the Beauty of Central Park - A Look at Some of its Amazing Gems.

"I had the good intention of writing an article related to springtime in Central Park, but my lazy bones are finally putting fingers to keyboard. With summer literally 4 days away, it still doesn't hurt to showcase Mother nature in her glory—at least, through my lens......."Read More>>>>>

"You're My African Queen" - Embracing My Inner Queen

"Creative Ajay is turning 2! Where did time go? In celebration of our second anniversary, I've decided to hone my inner Queen on a mental and spiritual journey back to my roots. The Jamaican motto is "Out of Many, One People," and like any curious person, I've frequently questioned my cultural and ancestral identity. Being endowed ........" Read More>>>>>>

Recap of Dance Africa 2015

"He among you that is Afrocentric, let him stand and declare such truth. I'm pretty sure you made your way to Dance Africa 2015, at the Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM). And if you didn't, I took tons of pics, sampled some fare, and will gladly share. Dance Africa 2015 is a three day festival celebrating and showcasing African dance, art, fashion and culture. The street fair ......" Read More>>>>>>>

Rich & Hearty Smoothie.....A Meal In A Jar

"Last Monday's breakfast with as tasty as it was visually appealing. And it looked something like the pic above. The truth is, I love solid foods and never thought I could be fully satiated with a liquid meal. I couldn't be more wrong. I was full after having just a few gulps, so cheers to an easy meal replacement mix." Read More>>>>>>>

BEST OF CREATIVE AJAY'S KITCHEN:

There's something about juicy bell peppers. There's something even more fascinating about juicy green peppers stuffed with all kinds of goodness, and that's exactly what this concoction is about. An interesting blend of salmon, beans, corn, and rice made these peppers more scrumptious and delightful. Oh taste......Read More>>>>>>

Rasta Inspired Smoothie

Rasta Colored Smoothie

"Need I mention how much I love rasta colors? From fabrics to makeup, jewelry and accessories, it is a classic combination of vibrant hues: Red, Gold & Green. My inspiration for this mix came from a pic posted on......."Read More>>>>>>>

Lobster tail with sauteed spinach

The tender flesh almost melting in your mouth. Often considered as a delicacy for many. But is it beyond my culinary adroitness and reserved only for esoteric hands? Read More>>>>>

Crochet Braids Who? Bet you'll never guess!

Crochet Braids Fro

Unleashing the versatility of Crochet Braids. Follow me on this journey from fabulous fro to bouncy curls. Read More>>>>>>

10 Things I've Learnt About My Natural Hair.

My hair is NOT like your hair. This awareness has pretty much been the crux of my Natural Hair Journey. It took me a while to process and accept this epiphany, and I'm so glad I did! After watching....Read More>>>>

Think 'Natural" is boring? Here are 10 ways to rock your natural.

IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Meet Some of Our Amazing Guests.

Creative Ajay Presents Tal Peleg, the Incredible Artist

"If the objective of art is to amaze and astound, then Tal Peleg's work has utterly exemplified this premise with profound grace and dexterity. She has given new meaning to my doctrine that art is clearly 'not limited to paper or canvas.' Tal skillfully and tastefully creates artwork using her eyelid......"Read More >>>>>

Spotlight: Meet J-Elijah

"I believe that hip-hop and rap are poetry. Rappers are poets with a beat. How else will we reach today's generation if we don't communicate to them in way that they can understand and receive?" Read my full interview with the amazing J-Elijah here.

Lecia-Gaye Taylor, Award Winning Blogger and Attorney at Law with Certificate of Merit.

Meet the Fabulous Lecia-Gaye Taylor!

"There is a culture of secrecy around marriages as most of us were taught to keep our business to ourselves, but by openly discussing many things that I would otherwise keep bottled up, I find that it helps me to better handle situations as they arise. So blogging is my therapy." Read More >>>>>

THOUGHT PROVOKING & RAW

Thank you Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. - An Open Letter to MLK.

Dear Mr. King,

You were one of the most illustrious civil rights activists of our time, who didn't sleep, didn't sit, didn't rest, and certainly, did not fall. You valiantly stood firmly for what you believed in--freedom, justice, and equality for all. You stood against oppression, discrimination, racism and the sufferings of your people......Read More>>>>>

The Great Hair Debate

As black women, are we truly embracing our natural hair?Tune in to the thought provoking hair debate.

"The greater message, however, is self-love and self-acceptance. Embrace your identity! Our heroes and past leaders have fought and died for the freedoms we now enjoy. Our minds need to be set free so that we can truly love and appreciate the beauty in us all." Read more >>>>

Makeup Artistry at It's Finest

Makeup is My Art

If you were to ask me what art form can effectively transform a mundane canvas, dramatically bringing it to life, I would gleefully assert, "Makeup Art" of course. I love MAKEUP! My multitude of......Read More>>>>

The eyes are the windows to the soul. What do your eyes say about you? Click here for more amazing designs.

ALSO ON CREATIVE AJAY:

Oktoberfest at Bear Mountain

"A speeding boat up the Hudson was enough to get me hyped up about my mini getaway to Bear Mountain. It was the first Sunday of October, and one of the coldest days I've experienced since the start of fall. But who could resist the thrill of gliding.....Read More>>>>>

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The Founder and Editor-in-Chief, Alecia James, gets close and personal. Check out:

"My Hair Story" - Journey from natural to relaxed then back to natural.
"My Makeup Story" - ......."Makeup is my Art!"
"My Fashion Story"- What excites me about vibrant colors, prints and fabrics.

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This project was conceived out of my curiosity for experimenting with makeup, fashion and styling, in synergy..... Read More.