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Thank You for attending Suga Lifestyle’s Art & Lifestyle Expo Launch last Friday!

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Gabrielle Burgess, CEO of Suga Lifestyle gifts Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce and His Worship the Mayor Senator Councillor Delroy Williams, Kingston and St. Andrew with gifts courtesy of Sponsor, JABLUM Coffee, Likkle More Chocolate, Uncle Nehe’s Bush Alternatives and Chocollor Chocolate.

Suga Lifestyle’s Art & Lifestyle Expo Launch in collaboration with main sponsor, AC Hotel Kingston was well received and we appreciate the tremendous support and fantastic feedback given.

(L-R) Michael McMorris, President of Jamaica Chamber of Commerce, Trevor Riley, President of Shipping Association of Jamaica, Bevene Alvaranga, President of the National Association of Hairdressers and Cosmetologists, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, Minister of Industry, Investment & Commerce, Donovan Wignall, President of the MSME Alliance and Valerie Veira, CEO of the Jamaica Business Development Corporation
Lauri-Ann Ainsworth, CEO of Branson Centre of Entrepreneurship with Clare Bailey, Head of Programmes and Strategic Partnerships, Branson Centre of Entrepreneurship

We pat ourselves on the back for nailing the selection and pairing of sweet and savory hors d’oeuvre that were absolutely delectable. Suga Snaps to Chef Dunn’s Mosaic Foods, Jabba’s Caterers Ltd., Pickle Mi Pickle, Artiscoop, Sponsors, JABLUM Coffee, Beverages and various Spirits from Select Brands Jamaica, Miracle Corporation Ltd., Guinness Smooth and Smirnoff Jamaica!

Senator Norman Grant, CEO of Mavis Bank Coffee Factory (JABLUM Coffee) with his representatives, Loretta Lewis and Keneisha Walker.
Select Brands Jamaica
Representative for Guinness Smooth done by Kreate Solutions Ja
Representatives of Miracle Corporation Ltd. pouring their line of Mi Terruno Wines
Representative for Smirnoff Jamaica done by Kreate Solutions Ja

If you missed it, tune in to see highlights from Creative Entertainment Network here:

https://www.instagram.com/reel/CwI92sWpEf7/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

OR

Onetouch Media Group’s YouTube channel to see the LIVE STREAM of some of the event here:

https://youtube.com/live/-TTkdjaJrdM?feature=share

We expect more from TVJ’s Intense, Pictures from SLEEK Jamaica and others! Look out!

Kenardo Ellis’s performance was a Hit and local Award-Winning Author, Sharma Taylor’s reading from an excerpt of her novel, ‘What a Mother’ s Love Don’t Teach You’ resonated with the audience so well. She sold out all her copies at the event.

Check out some of Ken’s Performance here with a little serenade to Suga Lifestyle:

https://www.instagram.com/reel/CwP72hWglnF/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Local Award-Winning Author, Sharma Taylor before all her copies sold out at the event.

Kudos to our talented Suga Artisans who showcased their best and thanks so much to them for being a part of this special occasion.

Time will tell for how successful this Launch truly was, as Suga Lifestyle seeks support for sustainability of our impact on the Local Creative and Cultural Industry from Jamaica Business Development Corporation, Jamaica Tourist Board, Tourism Enhancement Fund, Tourism Product Development Company, JAMPRO and other private and public sector partners.

We welcome continued support from many, including Development Bank of Jamaica Ltd., Sisters’ Ink Jamaica Ltd., AC Hotel Kingston, SLEEK Jamaica, CRENTv/CBX Jamaica Stock Exchange, CVM at Sunrise, MelloFM88, The Jamaica Pegasus, Jamaica Chamber of Commerce, MSME Alliance, His Worship the Mayor Senator Councillor Delroy Williams, Kingston and St, Andrew and Senator the Honourable Aubyn Hill, Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce.

Look out for upcoming Suga Lifestyle Events and our Art & Lifestyle Expo offered to everyone next Summer.

Let us continue to Enjoy Shopping Local ART. FASHION. FOOD. LIFESTYLE the curated way, with Suga Llifestyle!

XoXo, Suga

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STAY TUNED FOR UPCOMING SUGA LIFESTYLE EVENTS!

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Saturday, December 9 – Sunday, December 10 – Christmas Connection at The Jamaica Pegasus

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)

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Happy Emancipation Day! Missed Suga on Sunrise Yesterday?

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Happy Emancipation Day Jamaica! ~From Suga and her Annie B

Missed Suga on Sunrise Yesterday? Suga embraced Boss Barbie to Talk on Suga Lifestyle’s New Upcoming Event, the Art and Lifestyle Expo Launch on CVM at Sunrise.

Watch Suga Talking about Event Launch, Art and Lifestyle Expo on CVM at Sunrise Yesterday here:

https://youtube.com/watch?v=ZyOq_XqgR1g&feature=share

The Art and Lifestyle Expo is a New Event in collaboration with main sponsor AC Hotel Kingston and Suga Lifestyle is excited!

Envision an Art Gallery, but be greeted by samplings from a Food Gallery first with fine pairings of Jablum Coffee and Beverages, various Spirits from Wine Lady Debra, Select Brands Ja and Miracle Corporation Ltd. Also, Light Entertainment to enhance the Visual Arts with Performing Arts. Ooo La la

The Event is By Invitation, but still reach out to Suga if you are interested

XoXo,
Suga

Thank you Adrian and CVM at Sunrise and CVM Television for allowing me to tell everyone what to expect on the big staging for 2024!

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)

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Did You Miss Suga on ‘FRIDAY ENGAGE’ on LOVE101FM Giving Customer Service Tips?

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Here is the LINK for FULL LOVE101FM JAMAICA INTERVIEW that was streamed to LOVE101FM’s YouTube Channel:

Watch “FRIDAY ENGAGE” on YouTube here:

https://www.youtube.com/live/4Kdqzd6jknw?feature=share

Victor and Ronella were so much fun! They definitely gave me the chance to address so many issues and give lots of tips. Let me full your belly for Lunch Time Today 🙂

NEW Reviews coming up from places with Good Customer Service! Hope they keep it up!

Thanks for Engaging Suga!
***Past Jamaica Observer Table Talk Food Awards Judge
Past People’s Choice Jamaica Gleaner Restaurant Week Ambassador***

Check out the Blog on our website http://sugalifestyle.com with Past Restaurant Ratings and Reviews
Plug in YOUR City in the Search bar and find somewhere to dine!

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)

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Tune In to Hear Suga During Rush Hour on Love 101FM!

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The discussion continues with Suga on giving tips to improve customer service in various establishments.

The interview will be aired live within an hour TODAY on LOVE101FM or you can stream it on LOVE101FM’s YouTube page using this link:

https://youtube.com/@LOVE101FMJAMAICA

Enjoy and have a great weekend!

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)

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TGIF! Where There is Lots of Good Food and a Bar, You’ll Find Us!

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It’s always great seeing the fabulous Jhunelle Jureidini (Ig: @simplylocal.life) and Suetanya McHorgh (Ig: @suetanyamchorgh) out!

We have an unspoken connection with great energy. A love for Brand Jamaica and of course Food!

Culinary and unique travel experiences that we wish for you to all enjoy in our Sweet Jamaica.

Follow @sugalifestyle @simplylocal.life @suetanyamchorgh on Instagram.

BIG UP Jacqui Sinclair (Ig:@juicycheffoodie) for Boisson Bar. #SugaEndorsed

Have a great weekend Suga Fam!
Please Drink Responsibly

XoXo,
Suga

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)

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Did You Miss Suga on Smile Jamaica TVJ on Where We Want Restaurant Service to Get To?!

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On set, Smile Jamaica on Television Jamaica Hosts, Neville Bell and Simone Clarke with Gabby Burgess of Suga Lifestyle yesterday, June 3, 2023.

For Full Smile Jamaica on TVJ Interview and Brawta from Suga, Watch “Suga speaking on Restaurant Service in Jamaica on Smile Jamaica TVJ!” on YouTube here:

https://youtu.be/UHCVSjB1x_k


Restaurateurs, Café Owners, Bar and Hotel Managers...

S U G A  L  TIPS from Suga Lifestyle,
Past Jamaica Observer Table Talk Food Awards Judge
Past People’s Choice Jamaica Gleaner Restaurant Week Ambassador

S mile and greet us with your NAME professionally, but courteously.
Make us feel welcomed.

U usher us to our seats and take us through the Menu they are well versed on and ensure we get some water. Update us on specials. Make recommendations.

G Ive us some time, but not too much time to peruse the Menu.

A ttend to us throughout our stay. Update us on service time, ask for feedback.
Show us you care.
Tell us your name again and express that you hope to see us again.
Gives us a feel of accountability and reason to return

L ook Professional. Look the part and play the part. If you have our reservation, or we come more than once, call us by our name.

STAFF RETENTION

1. Monetary Staff compensation

  1. On the spot scenarios when hiring.
    Train staff and include scenarios. Ensure you are trained first.

COMMUNICATE with staff often, keeping all updated, equipping them with info and authority to say yes more to certain scenarios, show initiative, letting us know that you are willing to go the extra mile. Be present or available if they are not sure and need to check with you.

RESPECTFUL TREATMENT is important, especially to RUDE CUSTOMERS
We are NOT always right. We believe we are though, so staff can still try to respect our position and do their best to cater to our wishes.

Exceed our expectations. We will remember it.
Provide something extra for free that the customer wasn’t expecting.

Remember, we have a choice.
It starts with YOU.

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)

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Suga on Smile Jamaica TVJ Tomorrow!

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Happy Sunday! It’s gonna be Suga on Your TV! Tomorrow on Smile Jamaica (Ig: @smilejamtvj) on Television Jamaica at 7:15AM!

Restaurant Service in Jamaica
Where We Are
Where We Want to Get To

I think most of us know where we are, but where would you want our Restaurant Service to get to Suga Fam?

TUNE IN!

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)

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What’s Cookin’ at Cannonball Cafe for Kingston Kitchen TODAY!

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Gabby Burgess, CEO of Suga Lifestyle at Cannonball Cafe, New Kingston yesterday, Friday, June 30, 2023.

Cannonball Cafe (Ig: @cannonballcafe) is pulling out all the stops today for Kingston Kitchen (Ig: @kgnkitchen) in Hope Gardens from 4PM – 11PM to show you they CATER for Corporate functions and other Events!

DID YOU KNOW THEY CATER?!

That’s right! Not just Café food like sandwiches, but Mac and Cheese and a wide selection of items for your theme.

Watch “What’s Cookin’ at Cannonball Cafe for Kingston Kitchen” on YouTube here:

https://youtu.be/NTKImdA7UFM

Suga visited their big kitchen, up to date in all certifications at their New Kingston Branch yesterday.

They will be offering us a taste of some of their new menu items like their mini Coffee rubbed Steak and Onion Sandwich and mini Mac and Cheese, where you can add Bacon/Turkey Bacon!

They’ll have Chicken Bake Pockets, Callaloo & Cheese Bake Pockets + their Poppins Chocolate Coffee Boba & Mango Ginger Lemonade to cool you off and wash it all down.

Visit this #SugaEndorsed Cannonball Café Booth at Kingston Kitchen TODAY!

Enjoy!

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)

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TGIF! Life is a Fashion Show and Food Awards had my Runway

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I Tasted, I Drank, I Applauded it!

#SugaSnaps to The Jamaica Observer, their Deputy MD, Natalie Chin, Event Conceptualiser, Novia McDonald White and their team for yet another well executed Table Talk Food Awards.

Follow @sugalifestyle stories on Instagram for highlights!

Have a Great Weekend! Next Stop… Kingston Kitchen!

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)

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Sugar Mill Restaurant has your Prime Cuts of Meat! Happy Hump Day!

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Diane and Brandt Williams with Gabby and Randy Burgess at Sugar Mill Restaurant of Half Moon Resort, Rose Hall, Montego Bay, Jamaica in January 2023.

Steak, Veal, Lamb Chops, you name it, Sugar Mill Restaurant by Half Moon Resort (Ig: @halfmoonJamaica), Montego Bay has got the best, most succulent, prime cuts for you along with excellent service.

They check all the boxes.

Huge, more than satisfactory servings along with an epicurean experience, giving you value for money.

Suga revisited earlier this year and Sugar Mill Restaurant by Half Moon Resort remains #SugaEndorsed.

#Satisfaction

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)

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