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West End festival celebrates its unique history and culture 

Fri, Nov 29th 2024, 10:31 AM
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The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments, and Aviation (MOTIA) hosted its Inaugural West End Bootleggers and Seafood Festival on Saturday, November 23, at Commissioner's Field in West End, Grand Bahama.

The event was a success, bringing together locals and visitors to celebrate West End’s unique culture, cuisine, and history.

West End, often referred to as the 'Best End,' is also historically recognized as a place of opportunity.
 The festival offered a wide range of seafood, grilling options, and, of course, rum!  Junior chefs from St. George’s High School and Jack Hayward High School showcased their culinary fusion skills, creating tantalising seafood dishes. Local breweries and distilleries offered free samples of their specialty cocktails and rums, allowing attendees to savor the island’s finest beverages.

Nuvolari Chotoosingh, General Manager of the Ministry of Tourism, Investments, and Aviation (MOTIA) in Grand Bahama, shared that the planning for this event began as early as last year -- highlighting their first sponsor, Carnival, which played a key role in organizing the event.  He expressed hopes that attendees would have had a wonderful time and enjoyed all that the event had to offer.

Mr. Chotoosingh also took the opportunity to thank all of the sponsors for their support and collaboration with MOTIA.  He shared his excitement for future events in West End, with plans for more initiatives. 

Leonard Dames, District Administrator for West Grand Bahama, expressed his enthusiasm for events like this one, saying, "We look forward to functions and events such as this."  He highlighted that events like regattas and homecomings have a positive impact on the district, providing vendors and artisans with an opportunity to showcase their crafts and generate income. Additionally, he emphasized that these events foster a sense of camaraderie and offer both tourists and locals a chance to immerse themselves in the culture and celebrate together.

Kingsley Smith, Parliamentary Secretary within the Ministry for Grand Bahama and Member of Parliament for West Grand Bahama and Bimini, reflected on West End's rich history as a transshipment point, as a result of its geography.  Smith also acknowledged the Ministry of Tourism’s ongoing promotional support of the quaint seaside village of West End, and indeed of the entire island of Grand Bahama, saying, "I just want to express that the MOTIA has always played an instrumental role in the activities here in West End.  Thank you for your continued hard work in ensuring the island prospers, and in bringing tourists to experience all that we have to offer."

The evening wrapped up with vibrant performances by local artists, namely K.B., Geno D., and Stevie S., followed by the lively rhythms of Junkanoo, leaving everyone with lasting memories of the culture, and a sense of camaraderie.

The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments, and Aviation (MOTIA) hosted its Inaugural West End Bootleggers and Seafood Festival on Saturday, November 23, at Commissioner's Field in West End, Grand Bahama.
The event was a success, bringing together locals and visitors to celebrate West End’s unique culture, cuisine, and history.
West End, often referred to as the 'Best End,' is also historically recognized as a place of opportunity.
 
The festival offered a wide range of seafood, grilling options, and, of course, rum!  Junior chefs from St. George’s High School and Jack Hayward High School showcased their culinary fusion skills, creating tantalising seafood dishes. Local breweries and distilleries offered free samples of their specialty cocktails and rums, allowing attendees to savor the island’s finest beverages.
Nuvolari Chotoosingh, General Manager of the Ministry of Tourism, Investments, and Aviation (MOTIA) in Grand Bahama, shared that the planning for this event began as early as last year -- highlighting their first sponsor, Carnival, which played a key role in organizing the event.  He expressed hopes that attendees would have had a wonderful time and enjoyed all that the event had to offer.
Mr. Chotoosingh also took the opportunity to thank all of the sponsors for their support and collaboration with MOTIA.  He shared his excitement for future events in West End, with plans for more initiatives. 
Leonard Dames, District Administrator for West Grand Bahama, expressed his enthusiasm for events like this one, saying, "We look forward to functions and events such as this."  He highlighted that events like regattas and homecomings have a positive impact on the district, providing vendors and artisans with an opportunity to showcase their crafts and generate income. Additionally, he emphasized that these events foster a sense of camaraderie and offer both tourists and locals a chance to immerse themselves in the culture and celebrate together.
Kingsley Smith, Parliamentary Secretary within the Ministry for Grand Bahama and Member of Parliament for West Grand Bahama and Bimini, reflected on West End's rich history as a transshipment point, as a result of its geography.  Smith also acknowledged the Ministry of Tourism’s ongoing promotional support of the quaint seaside village of West End, and indeed of the entire island of Grand Bahama, saying, "I just want to express that the MOTIA has always played an instrumental role in the activities here in West End.  Thank you for your continued hard work in ensuring the island prospers, and in bringing tourists to experience all that we have to offer."
The evening wrapped up with vibrant performances by local artists, namely K.B., Geno D., and Stevie S., followed by the lively rhythms of Junkanoo, leaving everyone with lasting memories of the culture, and a sense of camaraderie.
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