TGIF! Where’s Gabrielle? #dancelikenooneiswatching ðŸ»
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Work Hard, Play Harder and Please Drink Responsibly. Enjoy the weekend!
By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)
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Fairly new from welcoming first guests last year and published earlier this year by The Jamaica Observer, we learnt that US civil rights attorney, Dana Kurtz opened Blue Skies Beach Resort (Ig: @blueskiesbeachresort) and realised her dream. This led to her also driving the dreams of aspiring Jamaican Chefs.
I can appreciate the old authenticity of shacks and huts on Negril beach, but appreciate modernizing it even more. Negril is one of the top tourist destinations in the world and we should move with the times and strive to keep it as such.
If strolling on Negril’s 7 mile beach, you cannot miss the Blue Skies Beach Resort. Bright blue and new furnishings on its wooden sea deck with not one, but 2 bars and blazing music. They also advertised having the best Coffee on the beach, but we were on a Rum run.
Fast forward to night time, we approached from Norman Manley Boulevard where they have a bit of construction happening for greater things to come. There was a Baby Shower happening on the top deck, but we were still able to get suitable parking.
With the event happening, more staff should have been on deck (literally) that night, but Chef Sanika Clarke picked up double duty and greeted us like guests to her own home. She took our order and still attended to us even when our server, Veronica introduced herself to us mid-service. Veronica was quite hospitable as well.
Blue Skies Beach Resort focuses on Jamaican cuisine, but had International and Italian options as well.
We enjoyed the enhanced flavours of each dish by local herbs, spices and fresh farm veggies, topped off by freshly made, scrumptious dessert made by Chef Sanika herself.
ðŸ´Fried Farm Fresh Okra (delish!)
Blue Skies Beach Resort is definitely #SugaEndorsed.
Blue Skies Beach Resort
Location: Norman Manley Boulevard, Negril, Jamaica
Ph: 876-882-4500
Instagram: @blueskiesbeachresort
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It just took a walk on Negril beach to find some fairly new spots with good, Jamaican food.
Indies957 at White Sands Negril (Ig:@whitesandsnegril) is the spot for Oxtail!
Control yourself with portions and save space for dinner😀
The right balance in seasoning, but also a good cut of Oxtail! Tender to the bone. Cut and slide 👌ðŸ¾
Indies 957 is a neat spot for Lunch with a view of the Caribbean sea from up top and courteous, down to earth staff.
You can check out Indies 957 at White Sands Negril for Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner. #SugaEndorsed
By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)
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Where did I go?
Live your life. Don’t let time pass you by. Balance is key. Reset.
#WorkHardPlayHarder
By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)
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Suga’s Ratings for Cafe Etal Restaurant
Date and time of visit: Friday, June 10, 2022 at 8:00am
No. of diners: 2
NB. Ratings fill 5 stars maximum
Parking: ★★★★★
Ambience: ★★★★☆
Décor: ★★★★☆
Comfort: ★★★★★
Service: ★★★★★
Speed: ★★★★★
Food quality: ★★★★★
Serving amount: ★★★★★
Plating: ★★★★★
Value for $: ★★★★★
Suga’s Comments:
Cafe Etal, one of the additions to the fairly new Knutsord Express Terminal Building in Drax Hall, Ocho Rios is not only a convenient stop, but a comfy stop.
You can choose to sit indoors or outdoors with a view of the greenery and road above the Café, while you stop for Breakfast or Lunch and Coffee your way.
We were welcomed pleasantly and received great service.
We had Eggs over easy with French Toast, Bacon and Chicken sausage with Coffee. I had a customized, skinny Frappé. They had almond milk and splenda to substitute their milk and sweeteners. No whipped cream.
Persons who take the Knutsford can order before the bus makes a quick stop or drop off there. The Café and facilities are clean, the menu has a variety of affordable options and the food is tasty. Check out Cafe Etal today. #SugaEndorsed
Cafe Etal
Location: Knutsford Express Terminal Building, Drax Hall, Ocho Rios. St. Ann. Jamaica
Ph: 876-972-6455; Whatsapp 876-315-8461
Instagram: @cafe.etal
By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)
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It’s Suga’s Birthday and I’m celebrating all month long!
Thanks for keeping up with Suga Lifestyle (Ig: @sugalifestyle), GW Art (Ig:@gwartbygabby), (Ig: @fithappenswithgabby), (Ig: @sugaboxja) and all things Suga! The good Suga!
There is a lot on the table, I’m not gonna lieeee, but enjoying the journey and having you all with me. Cheers to another year ðŸ¹
Stay safe & Enjoy the weekend.
XoXo, 💖 Suga
#WorkHardPlayHarder
By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)
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It’s been a little while since we made this visit towards the end of March. Nonetheless, South Avenue Grill (Ig: @southavenuegrill) used to be an old favourite for us, especially for Steak and we spontaneously revisited it one Saturday night for dinner.
The restaurant was buzzing with a full house of diners, mostly families, in addition to persons waiting to be seated. We quickly realised this is a place you have to make reservations. The wait wasn’t long to be seated, but Apps took half hour to come out and our Mains, a bit over half hour after that. We appreciated our server, Carlene being attentive with giving us updates and checking on us though.
Check out what we had!
Fowl pon fire, that needed a bit more wood for the fire. More heat please!
We also had Wings, Thai Coconut Curry Chicken, Steak with black beans and mashed potato. The Steak wasn’t as juicy as it used to be and though presentation may not be the best, it was still some decent food and we left feeling satisfied.
We still saw their usual huge servings of Burgers and cheesy Shrimp Pastas pass us by!
Happy to see South Avenue Grill
still buzzing. I would revisit in the day time during the week with reservations.
South Avenue Grill
Location: 20A South Avenue, Kingston. Ja.
Ph: 876-575-6276
Instagram: @southavenuegrill
By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)
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Father’s Day Boxes are Available Now!
All items are made locally/support a local business.
🖤 J$5000 Gift Certificate from My Old Man Leathercraft (Ig: @myoldmanleathercraft)
100% Genuine leather products such as Belts Wallets, Backpacks, Messenger Bags, Cuff Bracelets, Keyrings, etc.
🖤 Ettenio’s (Ig: @ettenio) Energizing Body Wash
Has luxurious aromas of Vetiver and Amber to stimulate the senses in the shower.
Natural ingredients to leave the skin feeling moisturized all day.
🖤 19 Crimes Red from Jamaica Liquor Warehouse
*Choice of a cue of 19 Crimes Red/Robert Mondavi Merlot. *If available, Johnnie Walker Black.
ORDER NOW on Suga Lifestyle’s Website, https://sugalifestyle.com/ or call 876-422-3769.
Buy Local. Buy Jamaican🇯🇲
By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)
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After one of the hardest years in our lives, this small, Happy New Year token in January 2021 went a far way for one of my faves who helps to keep one of my everyday places clean. Much appreciated, even before and more importantly during the pandemic.
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Sugalifestyle Charities Ltd. got a New Years present this year, becoming a registered Charity. The work continues. Every mickle mek a muckle.
Much love and blessings always, Yvonne Morris.
XoXo, Suga
By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)
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You can try a small serving of Baked beans and grilled Chicken or Turkey Sausage.
Quick, Easy, healthy and tasty, or visit Cafe el Centro (Ig: @cafeelcentro) on Hillcrest avenue!
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You will get your review, carb tips, recipes, meal plan template, where to eat and what to eat and even your own shopping list upon request!
By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle; Certified Personal Trainer & Sports Nutritionist)
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