TGIF! Sending some Mac and Cheese love your way!
Artisan Village at The Jamaica Pegasus next Tuesday!
Next Tuesday, September 20 at 6pm, the Jamaica Pegasus and Things Jamaica will have their 1st Artisan Village showcasing local manufacturers, designers and artists along with entertainment.
ADMISSION is FREE. Support Brand Jamaica!
The Layer Cake’s Special Gourmet Lunch this Friday!
Caterer, Trevanne Donegal is leaving on a Jet plane to London! Don’t worry folks, it’s just for a year to sharpen her culinary skills. Those of you who have had the pleasure of tasting her food must be wondering why she would need to do that, but more knowledge means more power.
Here is a reminder of some of Trevanne’s dishes and desserts that have tantalised our tastebuds:
Join Trevanne for her last and most delicious Gourmet Lunch Special to date this Friday from 12noon to 6pm. Dessert will be on sale as well as Wine specials for $300 per glass.
Venue: JERKAZ Restaurant
2 Downer Avenue, St. AndrewÂ
By: Gabrielle Burgess
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Does Apple Cider Vinegar make you Lose Weight?
What is Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV)?
ACV is the result of 2 Fermentation processes after the crushing and squeezing of apples followed by the addition of bacteria and yeast.
Sugars are converted to Alcohol in the 1st Fermentation process and Alcohol is converted to Vinegar in the 2nd Fermentation process.
How does it taste?
Sour or bitter because of the acetic and malic acid it contains.
What is the recommended use?
About a tablespoon before a meal.
Does ACV make you lose weight?
Yes.
How does ACV help you lose weight?
ACV suppresses your appetite so it makes you feel fuller for longer. Therefore it helps with portion control.
It also helps digestion because it is full of enzymes to help the body break down food.
However, it blocks the digestion of starch, thus controls blood sugar levels allowing less calories to enter the bloodstream.
What is ACV used in?
– Vinaigrettes and other Salad dressings
– Food preservatives
– Chutneys
– Marinades
What else can ACV help you with?
There are claims ACV may cure hiccups, fade bruises, clear acne, get rid of dandruff and more, but one thing that seems to work for people is that it helps them to lose weight.
Reasons to take CAUTION
– ACV can alter insulin levels so Diabetics should talk to a Doctor before using it.
– ACV tablets are not all regulated as yet and some have had side effects
Suga’s thoughts on using ACV?
One should consult a Doctor first, as it alters the body’s natural chemical processes and one should know especially the effects it may have of blocking the digestion of starch.
It should help persons lose weight but after someone stops using ACV before meals, the appetite may open up tremendously and the weight previously lost could pile back on in the process.
Practising something usually becomes a habit. One can try practising portion control with meals naturally with mere willpower and determination instead of getting hooked on using ACV.
Eating fibre-rich foods will also suppress the appetite and aid with portion control. However, if one wishes to make a salad feel more filling once in a while, they could try using a vinaigrette that is made with some ACV.
By: Gabrielle Burgess
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Congrats to US Open Champions Angelique Kerber and Stan Wawrinka!
The weekend belonged to Angelique Kerber and Stan Wawrinka! They both won their 1st US Open titles.
Angelique Kerber (#2) beat Karoline Pliskova (#10) 6-3, 4-6, 6-4. Her first major won was in January at the US Open this year, beating Serena Williams and she looks like she has more to go!
She will be taking over the World’s #1 ranking from Serena Williams today.
Congrats to Angelique Kerber. The German has started to follow her idol, Steffi Graf’s footsteps very well.
‘STAN the Man’ WAWRINKA (#3) defeated World #1 Novak Djokovic to win the US Open in 4 sets, 6-7, 6-4, 7-5, 6-3.
Stan is now 3 for 3 for Grand Slam Finals. He was fully focused and did not panic at crucial points in the game. Even when the 1st set looked like it would have been lopsided, he came back and forced a tiebreak. He also recovered quickly mentally after coming back from so far to end up losing the 1st set and held for the 1st game in the 2nd set.
He made clutch shots when it counted and won the majority of rallies including arguably the best point of the tournament. Djokovic struggled with his serve all tournament and it definitely hurt him in the Final. Stan was determined, fit and ready for the battle though. Well deserved win. Congrats Stan!
US OPEN Men’s Final on Now!
Novak Djokovic vs Stan Wawrinka!
Djokovic is already up a break in the first set. It’s 3-0.
It will be quite a match. Enjoy!
TGIF!
Chocolate Overload Cake!
Juice Nation for Shakes and Smoothies!
Juice Nation Ja upstairs in Mid Spring Shopping Center is a great spot to grab healthy Shakes and Smoothies on the go.
I have been going on a few Saturday afternoons with no crowd, so received expected quick service. It’s always a good thing to walk into a healthy establishment with visibly fresh fruits and produce as well.
They have a variety of Smoothies and Shakes, Iced Coffees, Extract Juices and more for reasonable prices, mostly in the $400-$600JMD range.
My favourite is the Full House Shake stacked with fruits and protein. You get a choice of about 3 of your favourite fruits. I usually choose blueberries, strawberries and banana. It is then customised with toppings full of fiber such as flaxseed, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, chia seeds and oats.
It is definitely a tasty meal replacement Shake if you would like something healthy, easy to digest and to keep you full until the next meal time.
I also liked the Berri Smoothie with 3 fruits and almond milk.
If the Green Smoothie is your thing, they got it! Mixes of Spinach, Kale, Coconut water and more.
Check them out!
Juice Nation Jamaica
Phone no.: 781-1281
Location: Mid Spring Shopping Center
134 Constant Spring Road, Kingston 8.
Opening Hours:
Mon -Sat @ 9:30am-6pm
US Open Update, how Serena can lose #1 ranking and more!
Germany’s Angelique Kerber has a chance to knock Serena Williams from the top of the tennis rankings.
Serena will not only need to reach the US Open Finals to remain at #1, but if she meets Kerber she will also have to beat her.
If Serena wins the US Open she would not only pass the monumental 22 Grand Slam title wins, but also be tied with Steffi Graf for the longest stay at #1 (186 weeks).
Currently, Serena surpassed Martina Navratilova for the most Grand Slam match wins and is now equal with Roger Federer’s mark for the men. Amazing.
If Aga Radwanska wins the Open she can also be #1.
If Serena continues to win as well as her sister, Venus, they are on a collision course to meet in the Semi-Final.
Can Serena come out on top this time around with all of the pressure mounted against her again?
Roberta Vince who pulled off what was considered to be the biggest upset in Sports last year, beating Serena in the Semi-Final of the US Open is through to the Quarterfinals (QF) on the other side of the draw from Serena. She has dropped just 1 set so far in the tournament.
She could meet Kerber on her side of the draw who is also through to the QF after beating Kvitova.
Upsets so far for the Ladies?
Caroline Wozniaki just upset Madison Keys (#8) in straight sets.
World #3, French Open 2016 winner, Muguruza was sent home in Round 2.
Defending Champ, Lepchenko was defeated in Round 3.
Matches to be played today for the Ladies?
Simona Halep (#5), Radwanska (#4), Serena (#1) and Venus (#6), should be playing their Round 4 matches today.
What’s happening with the Men?
Novak Djokovic is through easily to the Quarterfinals, as well as Tsonga and Monfils.
Andy Murray, Wawrinka, Nishikori and Juan MartÃn del Potro should know their fate for the Quarterfinals today.
Juan Martìn del Potro is one to watch as he seems to be making quite a comeback.
Upsets so far?
Rafael Nadal was defeated by Lucas Pouille in 5 sets and has failed to reach the Quarterfinals for the 3rd straight year.
Wimbledon 2016 Finalist, Milos Raonic was out from the 2nd round. Veteran John McEnroe is no longer his Coach after Wimbledon possibly because of a conflict of interest since McEnroe is a commentator on ESPN. Looks like the change hurt him.
Juan del Potro beat David Ferrer (#11) in the 3rd round.