By: Gabrielle Burgess
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TGIF to these Homemade Nutella Brownies!
Check out this Christmas Dinner in July!
I have been following Angela Davis on Instagram, who is a self-taught home cook, recipe developer, private chef and author located in Maryland, D.C.
She had a Sunday Dinner Party two weekends ago, titled ‘Christmas in July’. It was also hosted by Clinton Mitchell and his wife. There were 12 guests, who were a mixture of followers, friends and clients that hit it off quickly and had rave reviews, using the hashtag, #KitchenistaSundays on Instagram.
The Dinner was the Feast of 7 Dishes with an Italian Seafood theme. The prelude included Crostinis with anchovy butter and radishes, an Italian Seafood salad, a Vegetable salad and stuffed Clams.
A slow roasted pistachio crusted Salmon followed for the main course. A guest said it was the best Salmon they have ever had.
All of that was topped off with Roasted figs along with whipped goat cheese and a Lemon Olive Oil Cake.
The Kitchenista also did a live Pasta making demo that streamed on twitter. You can check her website link below for more information, get added to her mailing list for upcoming events and check out some of her recipes as well.
For all my Suga Bears in DC, don’t wait till I get there. Send this Kitchenista an email so you can taste her magic because there will be more Kitchenista Sundays!
Kitchenista Diaries
Location: Maryland, Washington DC
Email: [email protected]
Website: kitchenistadiaries.com/
Instagram: @thekitchenista
By: Gabrielle Burgess
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TGIF from Toscanini Italian!
It’s Lobster season alright and Suga indulged in Toscanini’s salivating, flavourful Lobster Thermidor three Fridays ago.
Note that their vegetables are farm to table and the seafood is freshly caught. Owner, Lella Ricci usually has first pick on the Lobster!
For my Kingstonians, take a drive out to Toscanini Italian for Lunch or Dinner. It’s only an hour away now and definitely worth the trip and the price!
Toscanini Restaurant & Bar
Location: A3 Highway, Tower Isle. Ocho Rios
Ph: 876-975-4785
***Prices***
Appetizers range from $5-$20 USD.Â
Pastas range from $16-$32 USD.
Other main courses range from $22-$45 USD.
Desserts range from $7-$9 USD.
Opening Hours: Tuesdays to Sundays-12-2pm; 7-10pm (Closed on Mondays)
By: Gabrielle Burgess
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TGIF! Pizza from Cellar 8!
The Pizzas at Cellar 8 are great with or without a few drinks. I enjoyed my Greek pizza two weeks ago and Suga bears rave over their Down South pizza as well.
The Down South pizza has sweet, tangy South Carolina sauce with ham, sugar, cured bacon, caramelized onion and sharp cheddar.
Enjoy some delish appetizers and entrées this weekend accompanied by a few drinks at Cellar 8! #sugaendorsed
Cellar 8 Wine Bar
Location: Shop 10, Upper Manor Park Plaza
Ph: 876-613-5934
Opening Hours: Tuesdays-Sundays, 4pm-11pm
By: Gabrielle Burgess
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Jabba’s Peppa Swims NOW Available at Bikkles Restaurant, Sovereign Centre!
Jabba’s Peppa Swims are now available at Bikkles Restaurant in Sovereign Centre for $300JMD.
Freshly prepared shrimp is available everyday!
Get yours today! #sugaendorsed
Jabba’s Peppa Swims
Location: Bikkles Restaurant, Sovereign Centre (106 Hope Road. Kingston)
Opening Hours: Mon-Sat.: 11am – 8pm; Sundays: 12noon-7pm
Ph: Call 876-296-7304 for Special Orders
***Different Sizes Available***
By: Gabrielle Burgess
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Sunday Brunch is still Poppin at The Jamaica Pegasus!
Don’t just have outings for special occasions. Take the family or a loved one out for Brunch this Sunday at The Jamaica Pegasus. You can pick, choose and refuse from their salivating options and enjoy your meal with light entertainment.
Keep it light or keep piling it on. Your choice! Enjoy!
Information:
Cost of Sunday Brunch: $3415JMD incl. tax
***(1st glass of juice included;Â other beverages are at an additional cost)
Time of Sunday Brunch: 11am-3:00pm
***Reservations are recommended***
Location: The Jamaica Pegasus at 81 Knutsford Blvd., Kingston 5
Ph: 876-926-3690
By: Gabrielle Burgess
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Food and Service at Jamaica Liquor Warehouse’s Deli is still up to Scratch
It was a pleasure to return to Jamaica Liquor Warehouse for Lunch 2 Saturdays ago and still experience good quality food and service.
Their tasty, Plantain Bruschetta is a delightful starter that can be shared.
The healthy, Lentil Stew was delish. The Pumpkin rice pilaf was dry though.
They altered the Crispy Fried Boneless Chicken Breast ($1750JMD) on the menu to a Grilled Chicken Breast for my other half, which he was satisfied with. It was served with Garlic mashed potato and sautéed vegetables.
Their Mint Lemonade was a Refreshing Creeper!
The Bread pudding was no Fromage Bread pudding. It was missing that gastronomic crumble on top. But it’s texture was phenomenal and it went down even smoother with the ice cream on the side. Two thumbs up!
Jamaica Liquor Warehouse, Deli & Bar
Location: 17 Lindsay Crescent, Kingston
Ph: 876-925-9427
Opening hours for Deli & Warehouse: Â Fridays: 11am – 12 midnight;
Saturdays: 9am – 12 midnight;
N.B. Kitchen closes an hour before 12 midnight
Tuesdays to Thursdays: 11am-10:30pm
Sundays: 11am-8pm
***Closed on Mondays***
By: Gabrielle Burgess
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The Ultimate Sundae at Blue Ridge in Blue Mountains!
Blue Ridge Restaurant and Cottages
Location: Salt Hill Lot 9 East Rural, St. Andrew, Blue Mountain
Ph: 562-7580
***Reservations recommended***
Instagram: @bluerudgeja
By: Gabrielle Burgess
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Suga’s Birthday Dinner at the Marriott!
My husband, Randy wanted to treat me to Dinner for my Birthday a few weeks ago. I preferred to go somewhere that I hadn’t been before, so I checked my list and chose the Courtyard by Marriott that is by Emancipation Park.
On Saturday, June 10 at 8pm, we arrived at the Marriott to pleasant greetings and clean, modern décor.
I immediately noticed that there was access to televisions in the seating booths. I was happy I could see the races from the Racers Grand Prix up close and did not have to cut dinner short or keep walking to the Bar counter to see the races properly.
We ordered soon after we browsed the menu and everything arrived to the table like clockwork.
Soups, Salads, Appetizers, Snacks & Sandwiches
Randy had the Chef’s Soup of the Day, which was a Vegetable Soup ($5.50US). It was a big serving that was tasty and he enjoyed it.
I had the Zesty Fried Shrimp with a flavourful Passion fruit sauce for $12US.
They have Salad Options that range from $9.50US to $12.50US and Appetizers such as Quesadillas, Wings and thin crust Pizza that range from $6.50US to $10.50US. They also offer Sandwiches and Burgers a bit less than $16US.
Entrées
I had the Smoked House Bliss that included Smoked Salmon, Smoked Chicken and Smoked Turkey tossed in a creamy Alfredo sauce ($23US).
I appreciated the fact that my Alfredo sauce was light and I loved the pronounced flavours of the Smoked Meats in the Pasta, which were not lost in the sauce.
I enjoyed my dinner with a Hummingbird, which was not on the Drinks menu, but the Bartender agreed to make it and did a good job too.
My husband also lucked out with the Classical Duo ($30US) consisting of succulent Garlic Shrimp complemented by a delightful sauce and deliciously seasoned, Braised Beef Ribs with a Red Wine sauce. He enjoyed his main with a strong Rum Punch.
Other Entrées included a variety of Pastas with costs ranging from $15.50US to $23US and a variety of Rib dishes ranging from $22US to $30US. There were also options such as Garlic Shrimp ($29.50US), Grilled Salmon for $25.50US, Pork Chops ($25US), Hoisin Glazed Snapper ($18.50US), Southern Fried Chicken ($19.50US) and most interestingly, Spiked Over-Proof Curried Goat for $22US.
Desserts
More Birthday Dessert for Suga!
The pleasant lady in charge who seemed like the Maître d’, came to our table mid-course, wished me Happy Birthday since she took the reservation and also ensured that service was going well. She then told us that our Dessert would be Complimentary for my Birthday and we should enjoy and return to the Marriott soon.
Randy and I shared the Oreo Cheesecake, which was divine!
Other Dessert choices on the menu included Cakes, Puddings and Fruit medleys that ranged from $5.50-$6.50US.
Suga’s Endorsement
Marriott is pricey but totally worth it. The food was delicious across the board with good presentation and our waiter, Andrew was very attentive and courteous throughout our courses. #sugaendorsed.
Courtyard by Marriott
Location: 1 Park Close. Kingston 5. Jamaica
Ph: 876-618-9900
Website: www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/kincy-courtyard-kingston-jamaica/
By: Gabrielle Burgess
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