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#tbt to Lucca Italian Restaurant in Montego Bay! Authentic Italian #SugaEndorsed

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After a great day of Labour Day Shopping in Montego Bay last Saturday with Suga Lifestyle, it was all about Lucca Italian Restaurant (Ig: @luccaitalianrestaurant) for the win!

So happy we finally got to visit.

Lucca Italian Restaurant is in The Annex Plaza Fairview, MoBay which is fairly modern, but inside the Restaurant gives you Old Tavern.

Our Server, Lawry was a breath of fresh air after a long day. She knew the menu and her wine cellar inside out, mixed great Cocktails and managed to be professional, but gave us a few laughs at the same time.

Their Focaccia starter with sautéed Mushroom (US$10.50) was one of the best Focaccia I’ve ever had. Focaccia doesn’t need to be drowned in Rosemary folks.

Hubby had the Rosse Pasta (US$12.60), which was an interesting, but tasty mix of a tomato sauce and a cream sauce with Shrimp and I thoroughly enjoyed the Chef’s Special Risotto with shrimp (US$20.60).

Authentic Italian with excellent service and affordable prices. We would definitely revisit Lucca Italian Restaurant. #SugaEndorsed

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)

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Have You Been to Chillin’s New Location? What’s for Lunch Today?

by Brand JamaicaRestaurant Reviews & RatingsSuga TastersWhat's Hot
Randy and Gabrielle Burgess of Suga Lifestyle at Chillin’ Restaurant’s new location on Musgrave Avenue, Kingston, Ja last Friday, April 12, 2023.

Parking is a bit tight at Chillin’s new location at 3 Musgrave Road, but comfy and spacious with superior service once you enter, choose your desired seating area and dine.

Suga Lifestyle visited last Friday. The menu is predominantly Jamaican Cuisine, so Oxtail with rice and peas and a healthy serving of Jerked Chicken with Quinoa were our choice dishes. Both could have been authentic Jamaican with more spice, but was tasty and affordable nonetheless, especially the sauce that came on the side with the Jerked Chicken.

If taking Mom to Chillin’ Restaurant, make sure you know how to park.

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By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)

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Rainforest Caribbean Brought the Sea to ROK Hotel Kingston last Friday!

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Gabby Burgess a.k.a Suga with Award-Winning Chef Volae Williams at ROK Hotel Kingston’s Seafood Buffet with Rainforest Caribbean last Friday.
[Dress: EtAl]

TGIF was an understatement. Thank you Rainforest Caribbean and the Award-Winning Chef Volae Williams and his team at ROK Hotel Kingston by the ROKStone Grill for a spectacular Seafood Buffet Experience spanning about 7 stations.

Suga Highlights? Check them out here!

https://www.instagram.com/reel/C5TVWcTO-HO/?igsh=YmxjMTN6cmloMHls

Jerked Octopus with scotch bonnet citrus herbed butter


– My targeted, ‘meaty’ Jerked Octopus with adequate heat from scotch bonnet citrus herbed butter
– Hubby’s fave, Ceviche by the Raw Bar was on point
– Enjoyable selection of traditional and Jamaican rolls by the Sushi and Nigiri station
– The Mixed Seafood Pasta! I’m gonna tell you about it!
– The Strawberry Macaroons and rich Chocolate Log Cake were perfection. Definitely worth the calories.

Chef Volae told Suga they made a special effort to bring out the taste of the flavour of Rainforest Caribbean’s Seafood and of course you can’t do that by piling on a sauce. So hubby and I definitely appreciated their mixed seafood tossed in fettuccine with sundried tomatoes in a very light Mondavi Wine, butter and garlic sauce. Surely the Fit Happens with Gabby way. Nailed it!

All you can eat for J$10,000 with a live band and wait staff that we gave an A for effort. This experience was definitely value for money, especially as we continuously strive to revive Downtown, Kingston.

Same time, same place each month Chef Volae, ROK Hotel Kingston and Rainforest Caribbean? We’ll see!

XoXo,
Suga

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)

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Drifting Into the Week on a Coffee High from Jamaica Coffee Festival like…

by Brand JamaicaFit Happens with GabbySuga TastersWhat's Hot
Blue Mountain Coffee Festival last Saturday, March 2 at Newcastle, St. Andrew

Watch how we’re Drifting into the Week. On a Coffee High here! :

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Fun Memories and Experience at Jamaica Coffee Festival Rain or Shine! Perfect outing for my friend Jody who was doing a quick visit to her JA from DC.

What’s in Your Cup this Morning?

We sipped both Hot and Cold Mountain Pride in edible, Vegan Cupffee Jamaica Cups,
Sampled lactose-free Smith’s Rum Creams,
had a big boost with Cold Coffee our way from Cafe Blue by the winning Barista that day, Romell!
Then we warmed up the richest, best and most authentic way, having our JBMCoffee Black by PerkUp Coffee and JABLUM Coffee!

Big up to all the other Coffee Makers on the Day too! #sipthegreatness

XoXo,
Suga

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)

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We Got Early Dibs at Chive Restaurant for V-Day! Where Did You Go?

by FoodpornRestaurant Reviews & RatingsSuga TastersWhat's Hot

I Ain’t gonna lie, we werecomatosed from Chive Restaurant (Ig: @chivejamaica) yesterday.

Check out the highlights here!

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We went for a late brunch close to 1pm, but ended up ordering from their V-Day Menu.
We had our usual Appetizer Faves, Chive style Mussels and Marlin Canapes, followed by a Savoury Seafood Risotto and Whole Lobster Themidor. Chive dishes thrive with Herbs and the right amount of Spice. We thoroughly enjoyed it all and since we sighted the freshly made Desserts from we walked in, we saved space.

Tiramisu for me, where ladyfingers that were not spared and a decadent, Rich Chocolate Cake for Mr. Suga.

Then homeward bound to our Pawlentine, AnnieB

Hope you had a good one, but remember to Love Everyday, starting with Yourself first.

XoXo,
Suga

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)

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Great way to start the New Year with Breakfast at Middleton Cafe!

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Cool, fresh Blue Mountain air, warm hospitality and freshly made, tasty breakfast with rich, Jamaican Blue Mountain Coffee.

Persons seem to be slowly getting back into their routines for the New Year, so this may be the last weekend for a bit of R and R before the real hustle and bustle plus back to school begins.

Head on up to Middleton Cafe (Ig: @middleton_cafe_bar) about 45 minutes from Papine.

Go early to catch the Jamaican Breakfast, but we got there a bit after 10:30am and our Omelettes were awesome. Loved that I could customize and substitute the Cheddar Cheese with Mozzarella.

Princess AnnieB was on her best behaviour and there were diners, but it was not crowded. They have a simple, very affordable menu and we were so comfortable. Looking forward to stopping by again soon.

Middleton Cafe and Bar

Location: Gordon Town, St. Andrew. Jamaica

Phone: +1 876-344-0385

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)

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TGIF to Endless Cocktails at The Regency Bar and Lounge!

by Brand JamaicaRestaurant Reviews & RatingsSuga TastersWhat's Hot

Regency Bar and Lounge at the Terra Nova All-Suite Hotel (Ig: @regencybarandlounge) recently celebrated their 10th Anniversary and their Cocktails and Tasty Bites Menu continue to be FIRE.

Yall know about their Signature Lobster Mac Cheese right?!

Drink in hand – The Hampden Sour of course!

Have a Great Holiday Weekend and Please DRINK Responsibly.

XoXo,
Suga

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)

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TGIF! Where are you Brunching this Weekend? Sending Love from PRESS Red Hills!

by FoodpornRestaurant Reviews & RatingsSuga TastersWhat's Hot
Randy and Gabby Burgess of Suga Lifestyle at PRESS Cafe, RHR Business Centre on Sunday, September 3, 2023.

If you don’t know by now, PRESS Cafe (Ig: @pressshopco) is one of Suga’s favourite spots.

Great service and consistency with good food quality and I love a place that’s always CLEAN.

They cater to Vegans and if you haven’t tried Brunch yet at their 76 RHR Business Centre location by Red Hills Road, give it a go!

I suggest calling ahead. The food is prepared fresh, so done to order and you can dine in a comfy environment.

Lots of parking available too.

Looking forward to the new Cocktail menu though, because Suga Loves her Cocktails.

Have a Great Weekend!

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)

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Everyday is an Occasion TRIO Grill Wine Bar! Where are You Going this Weekend?

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Owner of TRIO Grill Wine Bar, Carlos Maxbrown with Gabby Burgess of Suga Lifestyle on July 1, 2023.
Surf and Turf with Mac-n-Cheese!


I know I have been super late to post my Restaurant Reviews Suga Fam, but forgive me as I have been trying to take Brand Jamaica to the World.

Let’s talk about TRIO Grill Wine Bar (Ig: @triowinebar64) ! Check out the highlights here!

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Thanks so much Carlos Maxbrown for hosting me and hubby for my Birthday Dinner. Yall know when it’s JUNE, I celebrate all Month!

I was delighted to close out Gemini Season at TRIO – One of the best outdoor spots in Kingston for a date night, special occasion or even just casual lunch and dinner. Suga has done it all there and I’ve never been disappointed.

They take their time with service, but the ambience is just right especially at night and when the food arrives, “yuh belly feel arite”.

Whether Seafood, Meats or Both are your fave, kudos to their Chef for mastering them all. They do a killer Surf and Turf and I celebrated Gemini Season with their succulent and sufficiently sized Lamb Chops.

They left me yearning for that Chargrilled Octopus Appetizer though, so I am definitely returning for that soon.

Their Wine List is extensive and is perfect for pairing. Bottle Service is also available in a private section if you are taking your special occasion dining to the next level.

Check out TRIO Grill Wine Bar ! They continue to be #SugaEndorsed.

Cheers to another Weekend!

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)

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Happy Emancipation Day! Missed Suga on Sunrise Yesterday?

by Brand JamaicaChefs, Bakers and CaterersCulinary ExperiencesGW ArtSuga TastersWhat's Hot
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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