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About me - Russella Lucien

I am an aspiring writer/journalist based out of the Greater Toronto Area. My educational background includes a Honours BA in Political Science and Art History From the University of Toronto and a Post-Grad diploma in Print Journalism from Humber College.

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Food & Drink > Ethnic & International Foods Foods of the Caribbean
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The cuisine of Trinidad and Tobago reflects its multicultural heritage. This island nation is located off the tip of Venezuela. The 1.3 million inhabitants comprise of African, East Indian, European and Chinese ethnic groups. To understand Trinidad's population, one must explore its food. The national dish Callalloo may look... More..

Arts & Humanities > International Writers & Literature Book reviews: Nada, by Carmen Laforet
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Carmen Laforet's novel Nada looks at the impact of war on a family. The protagonist Andrea goes to live with her extended family in Barcelona after Spain's civil war. Her extended family includes her depressed Uncle Roman, controlling aunt Angustias, abusive Uncle Juan and his mysterious wife Gloria. The family lives in a cr... More..

Entertainment > Movie Genres Foreign documentaries: Naf Street Kid
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Naf: Street Kid, 2006, 80 min, Israel The documentary Naf: Street Kid follows the life of Naftali Naf' Yavitz, a homeless 16-year old living in Jerusalem. Director Moshe Alfali follows Naf through the streets of Jerusalem. The viewer finds out that Naf's parents kicked him out of their Orthodox home at age 13. For most of do... More..

Travel > Travel Planning & Advice Money-saving tips for travelers
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A trip to New York can be summarized in a few words: exciting, fast-paced and debt-ridden. Any trip to this electric and super urban city often requires a line a credit to finance the hotel, restaurant, entertainment and shopping. With these five tips, New York can be enjoyed without dipping into the retirement fund. 1. Acco... More..

Travel > Travel Planning & Advice Which is harder: Getting ready for a vacation or returning home afterwards?Smallicon
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The day after the vacation is always the hardest. Many say that the hustle of buying the ticket and preparing for the trip is painful. It is time-consuming, but you do this in anticipation of spending a week or a set period of time living another life. You prepare for a brief moment of a life that does not require getting up... More..

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