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TGIF! Kingston Kitchen is TOMORROW! Eat Good, Rain or Shine

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Check out, ‘If EARLY was person’ here!

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Kingston Kitchen will be tomorrow, SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28!

I can’t believe it’s been 13 years of Kingston Kitchen (Ig: @kgnkitchen) ! Enjoying it from DAY 1, experience the growth with 70+ Vendors, new additions with a Gaming Lounge, Picnic Park, Vybz Yard for Teens, of course a Pickney Plaza with a Petting zoo, arts and crafts for the Kids and much more!

Go Early & Pace Yourself?
Eat Good with #SugaEndorsed @cocktailstogo876 topped off by Desserts @sweetencountersja, Kraving Skoops, @alexcreationsja, @kandesdelights or be Healthy with @grababelchallnatural + find joy in trying New Goodies!

Shop #SugaArtisans @melsstickyjams & @tee_tingz! They’re fantastic!

A great Family-Friendly Fun Day to look forward to!

Have a Great Weekend!

XoXo, Suga

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)

***Awarded by the Jamaica Chamber of Commerce for Entrepreneur of the Year and Nominated for Best in Chamber (Micro Enterprise)***

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TGIF! Head up to EITS Cafe, 17 Mile Post on Saturdays & Sundays!

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Gabby Burgess of Suga Lifestyle with her AnnieB at EITS Cafe in Irish Town, Kingston, Jamaica [Date of Visit: Saturday, September 7, 2024]

It’s always great breathing in the fresh air in the Blue. Adding farm to table, freshly made food is Brawta!

Watch Highlights from Suga and AnnieB’s visit here:

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DAJCSLauLhS/?igsh=MXZjeHBjbTkzNGxqNw==

Known for their Barrel Roasted Chicken, I switched things up, starting with their tasty Tomato Bruschetta (on bammy!) and tried the new lightly Curried pineapple Chicken which was seasoned so well…a fantastic balance, as it wasn’t too spicy. The sweet potato croquettes that accompanied it, were perfection. Loved it! Awesome dish.

Their Saltfish Fritters and Shrimp Pasta with herb Pesto are usually hits too.

***N.B. Not always Paw-friendly… Check in with the Owner first, to make sure the big ones aren’t there 🙂 Reservations recommended; Call +1 (876) 367-8191***

Remember, Balance is Key… Enjoy Jamaica!

Have a Great Weekend!
XoXo, Suga

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)

***Awarded by the Jamaica Chamber of Commerce for Entrepreneur of the Year and Nominated for Best in Chamber (Micro Enterprise)***

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#tbt to Celebrating Being Blessed to have Kamila’s Kitchen for Vegetarian!

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Suga visited the Award-Winning Kamila’s Kitchen (Ig: @kamilaskitchen_ja) at their New Location in the Marketplace in her celebratory month of June and it did not disappoint!

Check out Highlights here!

https://www.instagram.com/reel/C_iKDQ2O_Rf/?igsh=c29jd2FtdWtsanVs

The Restaurant was full and the Service was quick.

Being a creature of habit sometimes, I went for my favourite, the Glow Bowl, which had a special spin on it that day, where Fricasse Mushroom was the highlight! A burst of colours and flavours. I can’t believe it’s Vegetarian!

To make things complete, I had Fruits my way with their delish, satisfying Very Berry Smoothie.

As the kids head back to school, take advantage of feeding their brains with WellFit Foods and Wellness (Ig: @wellgoodja) products available at Kamila’s Kitchen, MarketPlace… Spicy Vegan Cheese, Coconut Yogurt and Walnut Lentil Meat!

Create your own version of Kamila’s Kitchen’s Best New Gastronomy Experience in your homes and feel Guilt-Free.

Also, for a Back to School Relief Weekend, head up to their Skyline Levels location next Saturday, September 14 for Restaurant Round Robin! Make your Reservations. Call +1 876-671-2336.

The Craveable, Plant-based, Dairy- Free, JAMAICAN Kamila’s Kitchen continues to be #SugaEndorsed

XoXo,
Suga

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)
***Awarded by the Jamaica Chamber of Commerce for Entrepreneur of the Year and Nominated for Best in Chamber (Micro Enterprise)***

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Just 2 Weekends ago, We Enjoyed One of the Best Places for Curried Goat in Jamaica

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Mussu’s Restaurant, Holland Bamboo, St. Elizabeth 21.6.24

Our Eye Wata an Our Nose Run
Yellow was the Colour part of our Shirts Tun
Likkle AnnieB did Fraid a being suh Close to di Road
…and the friendly, big Dogs welcoming her to their Abode
I missed capturing the Goats Crossing
They disappeared so quickly, Curry in di Pot was Calling.

Check out the Memories from 2 Weekends ago here!

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[They had Indoor Dining, but it was too beautiful Outside]

Mussu’s Restaurant, Holland Bamboo and Dear St. Elizabeth,
We wish we could offer more than our well wishes and prayers at this time, but we will check and listen out to see if there is ANY way we can help them to rebuild.

Persons have already messaged us, that just simply helping to replant the Bamboo would be appreciated. Pictured, it takes about 5 years for Bamboo to reach that height and maturity.

The people of St. Elizabeth will be out of electricity for weeks, maybe months. Some of their medication needs to be refrigerated. Generators are needed and much more.

American Friends of Jamaica is collecting Donations for the Southern Coast of Jamaica affected by Hurricane Beryl:

https://linktr.ee/afjcares?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaZj8-WCjF-CXGaXKPh1wDFj-MCLaTMLL-fr0UFEhg4vehNoqcF3kYaxtqI_aem_VFUjaE0gZI07Z6TPdbGUfw

We are a resilient People. Sweet Jamaica. Jamaica Strong.

Build Back Stronger Sweet Jamaica

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)
***Awarded by the Jamaica Chamber of Commerce for Entrepreneur of the Year and Nominated for Best in Chamber (Micro Enterprise)***

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Happy World MSME Day! Resilience is Our Middle Name

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There are ~500,000 MSMEs in Jamaica that contribute a significant amount to our GDP and Workforce. Yet, access to Finance remains to be a significant challenge.

Let us Leverage The Power of MSMEs.

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)
***Awarded by the Jamaica Chamber of Commerce for Entrepreneur of the Year and Nominated for Best in Chamber (Micro Enterprise)***

***Jamaica Chair of the G100 Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) global sector/wing.

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It is an Honour to be Nominated for Entrepreneur of the Year and Best in Chamber (Micro)!

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Two weeks ago Suga Lifestyle was pleasantly surprised at the Launch of Jamaica Chamber of Commerce’s 39th Annual Awards Banquet, to not only be Nominated for one Award, but two!

* Best in Chamber (Micro Businesses)

* Entrepreneur of the Year

Share the moment with us here:

https://www.instagram.com/reel/C7wPCBbudma/?igsh=ZjU2czRjNW91M3Yz

Thanks so much to everyone who continue to support and encourage Suga Lifestyle and our events elevating Brand Jamaica.

Please continue to cheer us on and support us as we strive for Excellence, Bringing the Best of Local to you always.

XoXo, Suga

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)

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#tbt to Lucca Italian Restaurant in Montego Bay! Authentic Italian #SugaEndorsed

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After a great day of Labour Day Shopping in Montego Bay last Saturday with Suga Lifestyle, it was all about Lucca Italian Restaurant (Ig: @luccaitalianrestaurant) for the win!

So happy we finally got to visit.

Lucca Italian Restaurant is in The Annex Plaza Fairview, MoBay which is fairly modern, but inside the Restaurant gives you Old Tavern.

Our Server, Lawry was a breath of fresh air after a long day. She knew the menu and her wine cellar inside out, mixed great Cocktails and managed to be professional, but gave us a few laughs at the same time.

Their Focaccia starter with sautéed Mushroom (US$10.50) was one of the best Focaccia I’ve ever had. Focaccia doesn’t need to be drowned in Rosemary folks.

Hubby had the Rosse Pasta (US$12.60), which was an interesting, but tasty mix of a tomato sauce and a cream sauce with Shrimp and I thoroughly enjoyed the Chef’s Special Risotto with shrimp (US$20.60).

Authentic Italian with excellent service and affordable prices. We would definitely revisit Lucca Italian Restaurant. #SugaEndorsed

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)

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Rainforest Caribbean Brought the Sea to ROK Hotel Kingston last Friday!

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Gabby Burgess a.k.a Suga with Award-Winning Chef Volae Williams at ROK Hotel Kingston’s Seafood Buffet with Rainforest Caribbean last Friday.
[Dress: EtAl]

TGIF was an understatement. Thank you Rainforest Caribbean and the Award-Winning Chef Volae Williams and his team at ROK Hotel Kingston by the ROKStone Grill for a spectacular Seafood Buffet Experience spanning about 7 stations.

Suga Highlights? Check them out here!

https://www.instagram.com/reel/C5TVWcTO-HO/?igsh=YmxjMTN6cmloMHls

Jerked Octopus with scotch bonnet citrus herbed butter


– My targeted, ‘meaty’ Jerked Octopus with adequate heat from scotch bonnet citrus herbed butter
– Hubby’s fave, Ceviche by the Raw Bar was on point
– Enjoyable selection of traditional and Jamaican rolls by the Sushi and Nigiri station
– The Mixed Seafood Pasta! I’m gonna tell you about it!
– The Strawberry Macaroons and rich Chocolate Log Cake were perfection. Definitely worth the calories.

Chef Volae told Suga they made a special effort to bring out the taste of the flavour of Rainforest Caribbean’s Seafood and of course you can’t do that by piling on a sauce. So hubby and I definitely appreciated their mixed seafood tossed in fettuccine with sundried tomatoes in a very light Mondavi Wine, butter and garlic sauce. Surely the Fit Happens with Gabby way. Nailed it!

All you can eat for J$10,000 with a live band and wait staff that we gave an A for effort. This experience was definitely value for money, especially as we continuously strive to revive Downtown, Kingston.

Same time, same place each month Chef Volae, ROK Hotel Kingston and Rainforest Caribbean? We’ll see!

XoXo,
Suga

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)

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Happy Friday Eve Suga Fam! Make it a Staycay and Enjoy the Long Weekend!

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Jakes at Treasure Beach, St. Elizabeth, Jamaica
Missed me on Mello?

Want to Enjoy Easter, but stay on your Fitness Mission?

Easter Brunch or Dinner can feel just as special at home as they would at a restaurant with a little planning and prep.

Try these Dishes in the Kitchen:

1. DEVILED EGGS
An Easter classic. Great brunch side or appetizer.

Use hot or mild pepper sauce, try dill or a sweet pickle relish, use fat-dree mayo and add a sprinkle of fresh Chives for more flavor.

2. Not a Deviled eggs fan? Try SPINACH AND MUSHROOM QUICHE or one of my faves, a CALLALOO FRITTATA.

Ensure you use unsweetened Almond milk and a low fat cheese such as a part skim mozzarella.

Photo: The Kichn

3. VEGGIE SIDES

Take advantage of seasonal flavors and root vegetables to add colour nutritional value to your Easter table. Root vegetables include carrots, parsnips, beets, red onion and sweet potato.

4. CORIANDER AND LEMON CRUSTED SALMON with Asparagus Salad and Poached Egg

5. CARROT CAKE OR YOUR OWN VEGETARIAN EASTER BUN!

Use whole-wheat or spelt  flour (hulled, purer wheat), Unsweetened Almond milk, Cinnamon and Agave to sweeten instead of sugar.

If you aren’t Vegetarian, please also cook or bake with Olive oil or Vegetable oil, not Coconut oil. We will leave that debate for after Easter. 🙂

Have a Happy, Holy and Restful Easter.
Remember Balance is key.

Check out Things to Do In Kingston this Weekend here:


XoXo,
Suga

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)

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Sensational Memories of Summerhouse in Kingston with A Yuletide Grill!

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Flingback Friday #fbf to Memories of Summerhouse in Kingston with A Yuletide Grill! #sensational

Check out Suga Lifestyle’s video highlights here:

https://www.instagram.com/reel/C1JtlSuOI3M/?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Where are you dining this weekend? It’s our first Post Covid Christmas and everyone is busy, out and about!

My Christmas dining experience was made when one of our Faves, Summerhouse located in Harmony Hall, Ocho Rios came to Kingston last weekend with a Yuletide Grill Prix Fixe Menu at 10 West Kings House Road.

With visiting Chef Bill Clark (Ig: @frombilClark) joining them in the kitchen, Appetizers and mains rolled out in a timely manner and service was excellent, as Beverages flowed as well.

Ordering their Saltfish Fritters was a must! They are like dumplings! Their Smoked Marlin Dip with homemade chips, a treat as well.

Their Charred Drunken Beef was perfection and indeed left me with a drunken feeling of satisfaction all evening.

Hubby, Randy enjoyed the Grilled Lobster with scotch bonnet sambal, coconut, saffron and turmeric. I meaaan, when he hardly wants to give me a 2nd bite, you know it’s fantastic.

The sides of Kale and Roast Pumpkin salads were absolutely delightful. Not sure how the misfit of Fries emerged, but looks like we missed out on the Holiday Fattoush Crispy Bread. We had no space for it anyhow.

A mouthwatering Brownie with a taste of Coffee Ice cream was the Finale to our feast and a fabulous Sunday leading up to Christmas.

Check out (Summerhouse (Ig: @summerhouseja) by Harmony Hall, Ocho Rios. #SugaEndorsed

Ph: 876-603-3777

Email: [email protected]

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)

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