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Redefining the image of Haïti on the internet: Yes, we can do it!

Haïti is often viewed online through the prism of poverty, political instability and natural disasters. Although these aspects are part of the Haitian reality, they do not entirely define it. Cultural richness, a glorious past, abundant natural resources, exquisite gastronomy and other attractions are equally important, but unfortunately less publicized, facets.

Salt Production in Haiti: A Traditional Know-How at the Heart of the Local Economy

Salt production in Haïti is an ancestral know-how that plays an essential role in the economy of coastal areas. The regions most recognized for salt production are the Salines de Petite-Rivière de l’Artibonite, the coasts of Île de la Gonâve, the Salines de Port-au-Prince, as well as parts of the North and Southeast. This process, which depends on the country’s natural geography and maritime resources, continues to support local communities while providing an indispensable product to the Haitian economy.

Living in Prose and Poetry: an unmissable summer event in Port-au-Prince.

Living in Prose and Poetry is an artistic and cultural event organized by the cultural organization Salon de Livre de Port-au-Prince (OCSLPAP) with the aim of bringing together young artists from the Haitian capital to exhibit them to a large audience . This edition will take place on Saturday July 27, 2024, at the pyépoudré cultural center, located at number 332 on the Route de Bourne. This year the organizers announce their mission is to bring together talents from various categories of arts, always with the aim of helping them to become familiar with each other, and to help create a solid link between them and the Haitian public. . The categories targeted by the organizers for this second edition are young poets, slammers, comedians, rappers, dancers, singers, painters, and writers who have already published at least one work. Living in prose and poetry will also be an opportunity to encourage Haitian youth to think. The first part of the event will be devoted to a discussion around a text by the famous Haitian writer Louis Philippe Dalembert, entitled The Other Face of the Sea. It is a novel which carefully addresses the subject of immigration and detachment that goes with it in the immigrant’s skin. It is a book that speaks openly to the reality of the Haitian people today. It has already been announced that this first part will be moderated by the journalist and literary critic Carl Pierrecq who works for the short story writer, and moderation will be provided by Pierre Marie, a young sociology student at the Faculty of Human Sciences (FASCH). After a largely successful first edition which took place in May 2023 in the premises of the municipal library of Delmas, the organizers of living in prose and poetry say they are determined and have made the promise for this year to deliver to the public port-au -princien, a cultural event of exceptional scale for the second outing. Once again, this will be the perfect opportunity to celebrate the great richness of Haitian culture through the organs of our young talents. Given the difficult context, manifested by the almost daily situation of insecurity which has prevailed for some time, in a good part of Port-au-Prince, the announcement of this event comes as a fresh breath of oxygen, scattered throughout the within the lungs of the city. It is yet another opportunity to remind through this artistic festivity that even in times of deep unrest, art will remain an indispensable light, because even in times of crisis, the latter and the artist (its channel of diffusion) will become refuges, sources of comfort and appeasement for all human souls.

Enjoying Haiti’s Beaches All Summer Long: An Unforgettable Tropical Escape

Summer is the perfect season to explore beach destinations, and Haiti, with its heavenly beaches, is the perfect place for a tropical escape. This Caribbean gem offers a variety of beautiful beaches that will delight lovers of sun, turquoise water and fine sand. Discover the hidden treasures and must-sees of the Haitian coast for an unforgettable summer.

Living in prose and poetry: A successful bet for the Cultural Association Salon du Livre de Port-au-Prince

On Saturday, July 27, the Pyepoudre cultural center, located at number 312 on the road to Bourdon, was transformed into a real creative hive thanks to the initiative of the Cultural Association Salon du Livre de Port-au-Prince entitled ’’Living in prose and poetry’’. This event, placed under the theme "from Haiti, a country that lives in us", fully kept its promises. Bringing together young talents from all walks of life to express their genius through song, rap, slam, dance and poetry. This artistic event was a great success with a young audience who came in large numbers to follow the activity. It also highlighted the growing commitment of Haitian youth to culture.

La cuisine haïtienne (Diri kole ak sòspwa, legim)

La cuisine haïtienne, riche et colorée, offre des plats savoureux comme le "Diri kole ak sòspwa" et le "Legim". Le Diri kole ak sòspwa, un mélange réconfortant de riz et de haricots rouges, est un pilier de l’alimentation haïtienne, souvent accompagné de viande ou de poisson. Le Legim, quant à lui, est un ragoût végétarien épicé fait de chou, de carottes, et d’épinards, épaissi avec de la purée d’aubergine et enrichi d’épices. Ces plats, profondément ancrés dans la tradition, symbolisent la fusion unique des influences africaines, françaises et taïno qui caractérise la cuisine haïtienne.