Golden Krust Celebrates Founder, Leader

Golden Krust Celebrates Founder, Leader|Golden Krust Celebrates Founder, Leader
Photo by Silvio Pacifico|Photo by Silvio Pacifico

The third annual National Jamaican Patty Day remembered the late Golden Krust founder and leader Lowell Hawthorne one year after his tragic passing on Saturday, August 4 at the franchise’s first location at 1381 E. Gun Hill Road. Hosted by the King of Caribbean Comedy Majah Hype, the special occasion featured a live musical performance by famous singer, songwriter and rapper Sean Kingston and DJ Madout; cooking demos; free health screenings; giveaways; games; a photo booth; exhibits and a Golden Krust patty eating contest.

Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie and his daughter Taylor came to celebrate the occasion.
Photo by Silvio Pacifico