The Minnesota Timberwolves clinched the last Playoff spot in the West in a do or die overtime game versus the Denver Nuggets last night.
Here is your Playoff Bracket for the 16 teams!
Early Suga Prediction:
The Warriors should be in the Western Conference Finals again versus either the Rockets or OKC.
By: Gabrielle Burgess
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Suga’s Ratings for Crystal Edge Restaurant
Date & Time of Visit: Sunday, April 1, 2018 at 1:00pm.
No. of diners: 2
NB. Ratings fill 5 stars maximum
Parking: ★☆☆☆☆
Ambience: ★★★★★
Décor: ★★★☆☆
Comfort: ★★★★☆
Service: ★★★☆☆
Speed: ★★★★☆
Value for $: ★★★☆☆
Suga Endorsement: ★★★☆☆
Comments:Â I went specifically for the Oxtail, but the quality has fallen off majorly. It lacked seasoning and did not slide off the bone this time, but still had good texture. Diners at another table were expressing the same sentiment. The taste of Coffee was lost in the Coffee infused Chicken. Both dishes in chipped plates were served with Steamed Vegetables and Rice and Peas, but were swimming in gravy. Mediocre service and food with a breathtaking view.
Suga’s Ratings for Café Blue
Date & Time of Visit: Sunday, April 1, 2018 at 1:00pm.
No. of diners: 2
NB. Ratings fill 5 stars maximum
Parking: ★☆☆☆☆
Ambience: ★★★★★
Décor: ★★★★☆
Comfort: ★★★★☆
Service: ★★☆☆☆
Speed: ★★☆☆☆
Value for $: ★★★☆☆
Suga Endorsement: ★★★☆☆
Comments:  Staff was pleasant but inattentive. Crystal Edge’s staff were seen more around that side than the Café Blue waitresses. Desserts were dry. We had the Chocolate Mocha Cake and Strawberry Cheesecake.
For such a long commute, disappointing experience thankfully overshadowed by the picturesque view of the Blue Mountains with cool, fresh air and the taste of rich, authentic Blue Mountain Coffee.
After the boost of the Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee Festival 1 week before my visit, I expected more from Crystal Edge and Café Blue. Hope they get back on track soon. Not worth the drive.
Did You Know?
Strawberry Hill is now charging $2500JMD at the gate to include a welcome drink if you do not have a booking or reservation.
I was passing by for a drink in between Breakfast and Lunch. So for persons like myself and others who happen to be nearby and spontaneously choose to stop and may end up staying for Lunch etc., I think an entry fee is ridiculous. It would be similar if The Jamaica Pegasus would charge you to enter.
Stay tuned next week to see where is worth the drive on the Blue Mountain Culinary Trail!
Crystal Edge Restaurant
Location: Irish Town, St. Andrew
Ph: 876-944-8053
Opening Hours: Tues. – Sun. @ 9am – 7pm
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Café Blue, Irish Town
Ph: 876-944-8918
Opening Hours: Mon. – Fri @ 8:30am-4:30pm
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WOMEN’S TRIPLE JUMP FINAL
Jamaica’s ever so determined Kimberly Williams won Gold in the Women’s Triple Jump! Congratulations to her as well as our Shanieka Ricketts, who took the Silver. Thea Lafond of Dominica got the Bronze.
MEN’S 110m HURDLES FINAL
Jamaica got the 1-2 in the Men’s 110m Hurdles too! Congratulations to Ronald Levy who won Gold and our Olympic medallist, Hansle Parchment who got Silver. Aussie, Nicholas Hough placed third.
MEN’S 400m FINAL
DONKEY MAN IS BACK!
…But so is MAKWALA!
At last, Isaac Makwala of Botswana wins Gold impressively in 44.35s! His compatriot, Baboloki Thebe got the Silver and Jamaica’s Javon ‘Donkey Man’ Francis got the Bronze!
If you missed it, watch the “Men’s 400m Final – Commonwealth Games Gold Coast 2018” on YouTube here:
Well done Team Jamaica!
By: Gabrielle Burgess
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The teams for the NBA Playoffs in the Eastern Conference have been set, while the Western Conference teams are still battling it out.
However, both Conferences remain competitive with a few games left in the season to determine their final standing before the Playoffs.
Current Conference Standings
Eastern ConferenceÂ
Western Conference
The Utah Jazz clinched their Playoff berth in the West last night with a win over the Lakers. Congrats to them.
What will be the fate of the New Orleans Pelicans, San Antonio Spurs, Minnesota Timberwolves, OKC and the Denver Nuggets?
Stay tuned!
By: Gabrielle Burgess
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Enjoy your Weekend!
Socaholics in JA, please drink responsibly 😊
By: Gabrielle Burgess
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After being open for just a short period of time, the nightly hot spot in upper Manor Park, Cellar 8, now offers Saturday and Sunday Brunch and has outgrown its space. Who knew they could create more?!
Suga checked out their new, well furnished deck last Easter Sunday and will return on a day when the Wine Bar and Bistro is buzzing.
Stay tuned for their updated review!
Cellar 8 Wine Bar
Location: Shop 10, Upper Manor Park Plaza
Ph: 876-613-5934
Opening Hours: Tuesdays-Sundays, 4pm – 11pm
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Suga’s Ratings for Café El Centro
Date & Time of Visit: Saturday, March 31, 2018 at 2:15pm.
No. of diners: 2
NB. Ratings fill 5 stars maximum
Parking: ★★★☆☆
Ambience: ★★★★☆
Décor: ★★★★★
Comfort: ★★★★★
Service: ★★★★☆
Speed: ★★★★☆
Value for $: ★★★★☆
Suga Endorsement: ★★★★☆
Comments: Manager, Tina Newman continues to be an exceptional hostess, making you feel right at home. The Smoked Marlin Salad was tasty and quite filling for a salad. My Grilled Sea Trout that was made to order, came out in 20 minutes as I was told it would. It was well seasoned and cooked. The mango salsa complemented it well. I was given the option of potato mash instead of the bammy and also had a freshly tossed vegetable salad on the side with their house-made vinaigrette. Cosy spot with satisfactory service and food. Value for money. #SugaEndorsed
Café El CentroÂ
Location: 8 Hillcrest Avenue
Ph: 876-927-8415
Opening hours: 9am – 10pm
Email: [email protected]
By: Gabrielle Burgess
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Suga is throwing it back to these Acrylic on Canvas Tabletop/Desktop pieces that were a part of the 2017 GW Art Christmas Collection.
Get your GW Art today!
GW Art
Email: [email protected]
Ph: 876-422-3769
Website (Gallery):Â
Instagram: @gwartbygabby
By: Gabrielle Burgess
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Prep Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 3 Hours 20 mins (Don’t worry, it includes 2 hours chilling time in the fridge)
Servings: 18
Ingredients
– 1 cup Graham cracker crumbs
– 3/4 cup and 2 tbsp. Sugar, divided
– 3 tbsp. Butter or Margarine, melted
– 3 pkg. (8 oz. each) Philadelphia Cream Cheese, softened
– 1 tsp. Vanilla
– 3 Eggs
– 1 cup and 2 Tbsp. Baker’s Angel Flake Coconut, toasted
– 54 (3 per mini cheesecake) speckled malted milk eggs/Chocolate eggs
Method
1. Heat oven to 325°F.
2. Mix Graham crumbs, 2 tbsp. Sugar and Butter, then press onto bottoms of 18 paper-lined muffin cups.
3. Beat Cream cheese, Vanilla and remaining Sugar with mixer until blended. Add Eggs, 1 at a time, mixing on low-speed after each, just until blended.
4. Spoon mixture over crusts.
5. Bake 25 to 30 min. or until centers are almost set.
6. Cool completely. Refrigerate 2 hours.
7. Top each mini Cheesecake with 1 tbsp. coconut and shape to resemble bird’s nest. Add 3 malted milk eggs to each.
Recipe Source: Kraftrecipes.com
Don’t have the time?
Although cooking from scratch usually tastes better, you can get the Betty Crocker No-Bake Cheesecake Mix that includes the crumb base.
Here is how you buy less ingredients and cut 7 steps to 4!
Ingredients
– Betty Crocker Cheesecake Mix
– 90g melted Butter
– 400ml cold Whole Milk (or Almond Milk to cut down on the sat. fat)
– 1 cup and 2 Tbsp. Baker’s Angel Flake Coconut, toasted
– 54 (3 per mini cheesecake) speckled malted milk eggs/Chocolate eggs
Method
1. Blend biscuit crumbs with melted butter. Press into base of paper cup in pan.
2. Beat mix with milk in large bowl on low-speed until moistened. Scrape the bowl and beat on medium speed for 2 minutes until thick and creamy.
3. Spread on top of biscuit base. Put in fridge to chill for at least 2 hours.
4. Decorate with Coconut and Chocolate Eggs, and serve!
Enjoy and Have a Happy and Holy Easter!
By: Gabrielle BurgessÂ
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It’s official! The Houston Rockets have clinched the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference of the NBA. This ends the Golden State Warriors’ 3-year reign.
Suga thinks that the Warriors’ Dynasty will come to an end. Their players are plagued with injuries this year and things just aren’t going their way. The natural thirst to win the title after winning three, is likely to be less than others such as the Rockets and OKC.
Current Standings for the NBA’S Western Conference
I think there will be a new NBA Champion this year and I still don’t think it will be the Rockets.
Stay tuned! Don’t you just love this game?!
By: Gabrielle Burgess
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