Nikita Turnquest doesn’t just make art; she preserves the rhythm of the Bahamian shoreline. Growing up on Long Island, she found freedom in bare feet and the quiet space of blue holes. Today, as the powerhouse behind Adonis Bahamas, she transforms fragile sand into permanent testament, a metaphor for the resilience of Bahamian culture.

Her journey has been far from a straight line. Nikita has navigated the weight of young motherhood, clinical depression, and fibromyalgia. She describes her life as a testament to not giving up, finding her "purpose" in the realization that she wasn't just creating textures, but preserving memories and feelings. For Nikita, resin offers a depth that traditional paint cannot, allowing her to build layers of history and emotion into every piece.

"Paint felt flat for the story I wanted to tell," she explains.

"Beauty is simplicity, texture, and truth not excess," she notes. This philosophy extends to her creative process, where she collaborates with the unpredictable nature of her materials. Whether she is crafting one-of-a-kind ornaments or planning global exhibitions, her work remains a "lived experience" rather than mere décor. She stands alongside fellow Bahamian creatives like Angelika Wallace-Whitfield and Lavar Munroe, whose work resonates with her own search for truth.

Now a mother of two and a businesswoman, Nikita is carving space for herself by refusing to shrink. To the next generation of Family Island artists, her message is clear: "Your roots are your power". Through Adonis Bahamas, she is building a legacy rooted in authenticity and the quiet strength of choosing love again and again. Her island doesn't limit her; it grounds her as she dreams big.

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With everything happening this first week of 2026, one of the hotbed issues comes from the show that sold millions of Netflix subscriptions. As we say goodbye to this iteration of Stranger Things, the fandom feels halved by those who feel the Duffer Brothers delivered on their promise of a worthwhile ending and others have experienced a bit of a letdown with the way certain story arcs were put to bed. While we all can agree that this was not as divisive as the ending of Game of Thrones or Lost of the past decades, it is nowhere close to being as universally satisfying as  M.A.S.H. or Little House on the Prairie, but more the way of an emotionally cathartic farewell like Buffy the Vampire Slayer or Supernatural.

For those who felt the quality of the show has been on a steady decline each season, then this will come as no surprise, but I am one of the rare viewers who liked the 7th episode of season 2. So I come to the show as one who enjoyed the 80s nostalgia as someone who lived in that time period as well as someone who knows the tumult that I was too young to see what was really happening at the time. For those fans who have grown up with the characters and also the actors & actresses playing those characters it gives them hope that there is still magic in growing up that is still waiting to be found. No doubt there is a place for criticism since to understand the full weight of Season 5 Volume 3 Chapter Eight: The Rightside Up you would have had to have seen the stage play Stranger Things: The First Shadow, but at the end the day that is a can of worms with loose threads galore depending on the version seen.  The more cynical viewers who feel betrayed  by the ending not having enough deaths have a point since we are not sure if Jane aka 11 aka El is truly dead or if her death was just an illusion by Kali aka 8 before she died with the destruction of the Upside-down and thus entry to Dimension X aka the Abyss. The mix of Stephen King grounded horror and Steven Spielberg fantastical optimism has always been a winning formula with me and it is a series that has earned its place in pop culture history. It gave us spectacle with heart and even though it was not the heart with spectacle it began with, it supplied comfort watching which was safe if not somewhat predictable. We will see how certain relationships will be re-contextualized when the animated series Stranger Things: Tales from '85 hits Netflix in the near future.

New year, new tings.

And you already know I had to start 2026 the right way…. with food.

So for my first review of the year, I decided to try someplace brand new: Lux Deli in Port Lucaya. This cute little deli opened its doors just last month, and under new management, they completely refreshed the space, turning it into something that feels homey, comfy, and easy on the soul.

The soft yellow walls and décor makes you feel like you just stepped into your favorite auntie kitchen (the one where everything smell good and you already know you about to eat nice)!

Let’s Talk Menu: Their menu is small but mighty and I actually love that.

You’ve got:
Breakfast classics like pancakes and omelettes

Brunch favorites like avocado toast and quiche

Then they slide right into lunch with sandwiches, paninis, salads, and soups

I enjoy menus like this because when it’s not overloaded, you can really taste the intention behind every item. They also offer flavored waters and teas (like lemon water and honey tea) perfect if you not in the mood for anything too sweet. When I arrived it wasn’t too busy, so I placed my order, sat down, and before I could even get comfortable…

Boom. Food out. Hot and ready. Within 10 minutes or less.

That’s a big deal for me, because that makes Lux Deli a solid option for a quick work-lunch without stressing about your food coming when your lunch break almost done.

Given that I was still in the holiday spirit, I ordered the Turkey Cranberry Panini with a side of pasta salad, plus it came with chips and a honey tea.

And listen… The last time I had a really good panini was about two years ago but this one….Delightful.

Real turkey breast, carved straight from the bird (not that store-bought deli meat nonsense) paired with cranberry, pepper jack cheese, and spicy mayo that set the whole thing off.

The pasta salad had more of an Italian-style spice profile, not your usual Bahamian creamy pasta salad, and the flavors blended perfectly with the kick from the panini.

The meal was filling, the service was smooth, and the entire bill  (with the extra pasta salad and honey tea) only $20.

No complaints. None. This was truly a beautiful way to start 2026 calm, comfy, positive energy all around.

If you’re in the Port Lucaya area and looking for something good, fresh, and satisfying, go check out Lux Deli.

They’re open Monday–Saturday, 9am–3pm.

And trust, next time I going for their special “Uncle Justin” sandwich, which everybody telling me is VERY good.

Stay tuned… this year already tasting nice.

This season, One Family didn’t just participate in Junkanoo; they staged a cultural takeover, securing a historic double victory by sweeping both the Boxing Day 2025 and New Year’s Day 2026 parades. Their rise isn't merely a streak of luck; it is a masterclass in thematic storytelling that has redefined the competitive landscape of the A-Division.

While traditional powerhouses leaned into spectacles of the "Wild West" or "Divine Battles," One Family chose the power of the familiar. Under the banner of an island church processional, they transformed the asphalt of Bay Street into a sanctuary. Clad in a coordinated palette of pink and lavender "Sunday best," the group replaced standard choreography with the rhythmic waving of church fans and the soaring melodies of "Great is Thy Faithfulness."

With a dominant 594 points, they outpaced the Shell Saxons Superstars and Roots by proving that emotional resonance is the new gold standard. This season of dominance wasn't limited to the heavyweights, as Colours Entertainment mirrored this "back-to-back" glory in the B-Division. Despite management shifts and logistical delays, One Family proved that when a group finds its soul, they become truly unstoppable.

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2026 has arrived to recover us from the weight of 2025, and it’s bringing a gift that every Bahamian creative and professional needs: time. This year, the calendar has aligned perfectly, offering us eight massive long weekends.

Here is how to navigate the 2026 long weekend landscape.

The Heavy Hitters: 4-Day Power Breaks
We start and end the year with the heavyweights. Easter Weekend (April 3–6) remains our premier four-day stretch. It’s the official signal to drop the boat in the water and find your way to a family cookout. Similarly, the year closes with a Christmas and Boxing Day double-header that falls on a Friday and Saturday (observed through Monday), giving us a massive window to recharge after the Junkanoo rush.

The "Three-Day" Flow
The mid-year stretch is where 2026 truly shines. We have five distinct three-day weekends that fall perfectly on Fridays and Mondays:

Whether you're using these eight weekends to relax on the beach or to finally start that creative project you've been delaying, 2026 is the year to reclaim your pace.