A clip from The Jamaica Observer’s Article, Where are the hospitable staff? Bad customer service in restaurants By Codie-Ann Barrett, Senior business reporter Barrett @jamaicaobserver.com (June 25, 2023)
Click here to read Snr Business Reporter from The Jamaica Observer (Ig: @jamaicaobserver), Codie-Ann Barrett’s interview with Suga, your Restaurant Reviewer for the past decade, on Where are the hospitable staff? Bad Customer Service in Restaurants
How can it get better? What can Restaurateurs do? Can we as diners play a part?
Have a productive week and remember, let’s try to deliver great customer service with whatever we do. Follow @sugalifestyle on Instagram
Countdown to The Jamaica Observer Table Talk Food Awards this Thursday at Devon House!
By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)
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I celebrated my Anniversary on April 30 at Buzo Jamaica Italian Restaurant (Ig: @buzo.jamaica) by Park Close, NHT and it did not disappoint!
Outstanding Décor and ambience, well uniformed and hospitable, courteous Staff, effective use of technology for reservations, a central Location, sufficient Parking, commendable Service, impressive Cocktails, varied Menu Options and most importantly, high quality Food and Dessert.
Suga went for an Italian experience, ordering Portobello Mushroom, Carpaccio di Manzo (beef), Squid ink Tagliatelline, Tagliolini pasta with smoked Salmon, finishing with Torta di Lava Caldo al Ciocilatto (Flourless Chocolate Lava Cake, Vanilla bean Gelato and Raspberry reduction) and Tiramisu’ Gelato.
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I still give Delmare at Half Moon Jamaica the edge. Though both restaurants have a different vibe, I prefer the versatility of outstanding Seafood and Italian dishes by Delmare, knowledge of the wait staff, the ambience of their seaside dining and being able to order and enjoy a classic Tiramisu.
Great experience at Buzo though. I definitely recommend it for special occasions. #SugaEndorsed.
For Best New Restaurant, consistency is key and besides an Easter holiday when short staffed, persons have reported mixed reviews to Suga from 7/10 – to 10/10.
Subpar Ratings tended to be a result of being a bit disappointed after high expectations (though what you order highly contributes to that perception), value for money or comparisons from persons who have actually been to Italy and enjoyed authentic Italian cuisine. Thanks Suga Tasters Taraja Jackson, Kimberly Calder and more!
Buzo Jamaica had the most buzz with the anticipation of its opening, where they actually opened during that period of anticipation. There was also difficulty to make reservations in opening weeks due to full capacity. Whether they delivered after that buzz, may still be debatable by the majority.
We must remember other Ethnic restaurants such as Orchid Thai (Ig: @orchidthaijamaica) that have emerged onto our culinary circuit in the past year, New restaurants, Palate and ROKstone at ROK Hotel Kingston (Ig: @rokhotelkingston) and a few more casual, affordable restaurants.
#SugaSnaps to the continuous rise of our Restaurant scene.
By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)
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Did You Miss ‘Foods that Can Erase a Day of Unhealthy Eating’ with Fit Happens With Gabby on Mellofm88 this morning?
Add Lemons to your DETOX WATER Hydrates you, adding nutrients and antioxidants. Try adding fruits such as Strawberries, Blueberries, Cucumber slices etc. or mint leaves, basil, rosemary to make it interesting and more refreshing
ALOE VERA Scoop out of plant and put in your Juice, Water or Smoothie. Loaded with nutrients to cleanse your body.
APPLE CIDER VINEGAR *Have once in a while. Can be harmful to esophagus if drunk by itself over time
Add a tbsp. to water or Tea and it will help you feel a lot better
FLAX SEEDS and CHIA SEEDS Packed with fiber to add to your Yogurt, Shakes and Smoothies for Breakfast. You feel fuller for longer, giving body a chance to relax and detox
FISH/CHICKEN SOUP BROTH Nutrients, proteins and Vitamins. Great way to reset!
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By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle; Certified Personal Trainer & Sports Nutritionist)
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Besides sending everyone an email and following up?
Suga Lifestyle’s Mission: – Promoting Local the Best Ways Possible, providing wider market opportunities – Demonstrating How Fit Happens with Gabby – Translating that GW Art is for Everyone, even if they don’t know it yet
Believing I can do it all.
By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)
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Big Up Perfect Match Sports for my Tennis Chick Tee that they knew was perfect for meeee and Jamaica Social for the Shot that summed up the weekend.
A great Weekend feeling after witnessing a great week of Tennis hosted by Llockett McGregor Tennis and Innovative Systems Ltd. at The Liguanea Club.
Congrats to all the Winners and those who participated.
A week full of wins, defeat, cramps, injuries and the will to enter the next tournament nonetheless. For the Love of Tennis!
Also, Big Up Chung’s Catering for their consistency over the years! Another week! I’m Ready!
Fit Happens with Gabby was ready to help wherever needed. Caught assisting the Men’s Open Champ, Jeremy Miller with his post-match stretch after experiencing a bit of tightness.
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By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle; Certified Personal Trainer & Sports Nutritionist)
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Llockett McGregor Tennis (Ig: @llockettmcgregortennis) is hosting The Innovative Invitational Amateur Tennis Classic at The Liguanea Club, New Kingston (Ig:@liguaneaclub) and the matches are heating up!
Yesterday in the Men’s Class 2, Stuart Allen upset Defending Champ Ricardo Allen.
Allen was playing through a plaguing wrist injury, but they put on a show for us nonetheless with a set all and a deciding tiebreak! Congrats to Stu who brought tha gravy.
Head to The Liguanea Club for the action any time after 5PM this evening. Matches were ongoing after midnight last night!
The Bar will be Open and Food will be on Sale.
If you can’t make it today, Finals action will be on tomorrow!
Have a Great Weekend!
By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)
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Gabby Burgess, Kimario Rose-Stewart and Gillian Jackson last Friday at Koi Sushi Restaurant on Hillcrest Avenue.
Throwback Thursday (#tbt) to Lunch with the Girls at Koi Sushi (Ig: @koisushija), above Fromage Gourmet Market at 8 Hillcrest Road.
All Boxes Checked – Good Service – Everthing Tastes Delish – Decent Ambience – Fantastic Cocktails – Sumptuous Dessert – Affordable and Value for Money
Calamari starter – tender, not cliché crispy
Umi Salmon Poke Bowl – just eat it with your eyes
The Haru Roll – a Peppa Swims on the beach experience
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By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)
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By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle; Certified Personal Trainer & Sports Nutritionist)
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By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle; Certified Personal Trainer & Sports Nutritionist)
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