It’s time for AgroFest again! The 22nd staging won’t be at Jamaica College this year. It will be at The Jamaica Horticultural Society Show Ground Hope Estate, Hope Pastures at the corner of Gibson Close and Gibson Dr., Kingston 6.
The Agricultural, Industrial and Food Show put on by the Kingston and St. Andrew Association of Branch Societies along with the Jamaica Agricultural Society (JAS) will feature Horticultural displays, a Farmers Market, a Champion Blue Mountain Farmer Competition and more.
It will be a fun day out for the family with a Kiddies Village and Entertainment.
Grow What We Eat and Eat What We Grow!
Ticket Information:
Admission: $600JMD for Adults and $100JMD for Children at the Gate
For Additional Information Contact JAS:
Ph: 876-922-0610; 876-948-2901
By: Gabrielle Burgess
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The Duke and Duchess of Sussex sharing their first public kiss on the West steps as they exited the Chapel
Hollywood and Sports stars showed up to witness their friends create history!
Idris Elba, Elton John, her on-screen husband from Suits – Patrick J. Adams, Serena Williams, Oprah and the Beckhams!
Suga is happy to announce that these two toned it down from the last Royal Wedding – Princess Eugenie and Beatrice!
Head-turners!
George and Amal Clooney, Fashion model, Kitty Spencer in Dolce and Gabbana, Camilla Bowles and Duchess Kate, Meghan’s close friend – Priyanka Chopra and Duchess Kate’s sister, Pippa Middleton looking fab with husband, James Matthews
Queen Elizabeth II looked regal in Lime
Meghan’s Mom, Doria tearful throughout the Ceremony with joy, but held it together well
The moment we were all waiting for! The Bride’s Arrival and The Dress!Â
Meghan Markle heading to the Chapel and she’s gonna get Married!
Designer revealed – No Ralph and Russo, but a Givenchy Haute Couture Wedding Gown custom designed by Clare Waight Keller!
Suga’s thoughts on The Dress –
Disappointing – since no-one will say it and fashionistas on e! went speechless, but maybe not in a good way. I would have loved to see some lace, maybe even some pearls and intricate beading. However, the dress fitted Meghan’s personality. It was simple, but elegant with a gorgeous neckline and a stunning 16 foot veil.
Let’s not forget the accessory that stood out, her tiara! She got to handpick Queen Mary’s Diamond bandeau tiara from the Royal collection.
Prince Harry, Here comes your Girl!
Tearful Fact:
Harry handpicked Lady Diana’s Forget-Me-Not flowers for Meghan’s bouquet as a tribute to his Mother
Quite a romantic union reflecting the mixed cultures well, many fairytale moments and we witnessed the love Harry and Meghan obviously share.
Congratulations to Prince Harry and Meghan, the Newlyweds and now the Duke and Duchess of Sussex!
They are currently attending the Reception. Now let’s eat some Wedding cake! It sure is ready!
Cake by Claire Ptak
By: Gabrielle Burgess
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Prince Harry and his Bride to Be, Meghan Markle (Photo taken after announcement of Engagement by: Samir Hussein/Wire Images)
Date: Saturday, May 19, 2018 Time: 12 noon Local; 7 am Eastern Venue: St. George’s Chapel within Windsor Castle
A view of Windsor Castle that houses St. George’s Chapel (Photo: telegraph.co.uk)Photo: telegraph.co.uk
Invitations:
Number of Guests:
• Ceremony – 600 in Chapel; 2640 on the Grounds of the castle including 1200 members of the public, 200 members of charities that the couple works with and 100 students from local schools e.t.c.;
• Reception hosted by the Queen at St. George’s Hall- 800
• Private evening party hosted by the Prince of Wales with close family and friends at Royal Residence of Frogmore House – 200
The 411
Bride: Rachel Meghan Markle (Age 36 – She is American and this is her 2nd marriage!)
Groom: Prince Henry Charles Albert David (Age 33)
Parents of the Bride: Thomas Markle Sr. (Retired Hollywood Television Lighting Director) and Doria Ragland (Social Worker)
Meghan Markle in her younger days with father, Thomas Markle Sr. (Photo: Tim Stewart News Ltd.; Metro.co.uk)Photo: news.com.au
Parents of the Groom: Prince Charles Philip Arthur George, Prince of Wales and Lady Diana Frances Spencer
*Best Man: Prince William Arthur Philip Louis, Duke of Cambridge
Maid of Honour: None ***Meghan did not want to choose any of her close friends over the other. She will just have 10 child Bridesmaids and Pageboys including Prince George and Princess Charlotte.
How they Met
A blind date set up by a mutual friend!
Breaking Traditions
*Royal Weddings usually take place during the week
*Royal Weddings do not normally involve a Best Man. Prince William broke tradition and so is Prince Harry
*Bridal party members are supposed to be single
*The Bride usually travels with her Father before he gives her away. Meghan chose her Mother.
Who will the Bride be wearing?!
A £100,000 (~$135000 USD) beaded creation by London-based Australian designers Ralph & Russo.
Pre-Wedding Drama
Meghan’s Father got involved in paparazzi drama recently with pictures he allegedly staged of himself looking at images of Prince Harry and Meghan as well as images of London. However, this has nothing to do with the announcement recently made. Just days before the wedding, Thomas Sr. got sick. Meghan has confirmed that sadly, he will not attend the Wedding. Thomas Sr. is recovering in Mexico from heart surgery and Meghan stated that she hopes he will have space to focus on his health.
Who will Walk Meghan down the Aisle?
According to Kensington Palace, it was important to the Bride that both her parents have roles in the wedding. Meghan’s mother, Doria will travel with her in the car to Windsor castle.
Doria will depart the Bride’s car at St. George’s Chapel and the Bridesmaids and Pageboys will climb in. Bride, Meghan Markle will then be driven to the West door where her father, Thomas Sr. was supposed to await her to walk her down the aisle. Prince Harry’s Father, Prince Charles will take Thomas Sr.’s place on Meghan’s Big day and walk her down the aisle but will not give her away.
Royal Wedding Day Timeline
9:30 am – 11:00 am local; 4:30 am – 6:00 am ET:
Arrival of Guests
11:20 am local; 6:20 am ET:
Arrival of Members of the Royal Family
11:45 am local; 6:45 am ET:
Arrival of the Groom, Prince Harry and his Best Man, Prince William
11:55 am local; 6:55 am ET:
At last, the Queen arrives
11:59 am local; 6:59 am ET:
Arrival of the Bride, Meghan Markle
12:00 pm local; 7:00 am ET:
Wedding Service Begins!
1:05 pm local; 8:05 am ET:
• Formal Reception at St. George’s Hall where Newlyweds will arrive about half hour later
• Carriage Procession of the Newlyweds
Photo: telegraph.co.uk
Carriage Procession route through Windsor for the Royal Newlyweds on May 19, 2018
Photo: telegraph.co.uk
7:00 pm local; 2:00 pm ET:
Private Evening Party at Frogmore House
Flavour of the Cake?!
The cake will be a kind of Lemon cake instead of traditional fruit cake, baked by Claire Ptak, the owner of Violet, a London-based bakery.
Just about every channel may be showing the Royal Wedding! BBC America, CBS, ABC, NBC e.t.c. Tune in and enjoy!
By: Gabrielle Burgess
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Wisynco promoted their ongoing Recycling ‘Eco’ campaign at Expo Jamaica a few weeks ago.
Plastics are not biodegradable, so they do not disappear or break down naturally when they are thrown on our streets and wash down into our gullies, blocking drains. To help prevent flooding and keep Jamaica clean, we need to recycle.
You can start your own recycling journey by calling Wisynco today to get Recycle bags and bins for your home, office of curbside.
You can also drop off your collection of plastics to the following locations:
Wisynco
To start your own recycling journey,
Ph: 876-665-9000
Website: www.wisynco.com
Who to contact for depot locations and collections:
Recycling Partners of Jamaica
Location: 22A Lyndhurst Rd.
Ph: 876-948-7391; 888-429-5738
By: Gabrielle Burgess
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The Eastern and Western Conference Finals have been set and the battle to reach the NBA Finals starts this Sunday!
Here’s your Schedule!
How was the road to the Eastern and Western Conference Finals for the Cavs, Celtics, Rockets and Warriors?
Cavs
It was an easy road for the Cavs. Too easy. They swept the Raptors, who are the #1 seed in the East. It’s obvious the Cavs are a different team from the season though.
Celtics
The Celtics have renewed their rivalry with the 76ers. Such vintage basketball! The end result, 4-1 of the series doesn’t do the 76ers justice though, because there were some close games. Suga has to give kudos to the rookies who have really made the Playoffs exciting again. With some more growth, the future of basketball is in good hands.
Star of game 5? Young, Jayson Tatum. He scored 25 points last Wednesday night to help the Celtics reach the finals with a marginal 114-112 win.
Photo: www.nba.com
Speaking of rookies, take a look at these Playoff stats!
Suga’s Eastern Conference Finals Prediction:
Cavs in 5! …maybe 6
Without Gordon Hayward and Kyrie Irving, the Celtics have really surprised everyone with how far they have reached and how well they have played.
However, Suga thinks that their fairy tale will come to an end versus LeBron and the Cavs. They look stronger compared to last year, but they cannot stop LeBron James. LeBron is a freight train right now and playing the best basketball of his career, finally getting those game winners and more. He has also managed to elevate his team.
Rockets
The Jazz hardly had a chance versus the Rockets, much less without Ricky Rubio who was out with a hamstring injury. Rookie, Donovan Mitchell with comparable stats to Allen Iverson and MJ for his 1st Playoff season, led the team to put up a good fight. Just when they were showing signs of prolonging the series, Mitchell had a collision with Harden hurting his knee and had to sit out the rest of the game. It all went downhill for them after that. Harden was a bit under the weather, but CP3 was on fire and led the Rockets to seal the deal in Game 5.
Warriors
The Pelicans were no challenge for the Warriors. With the return of Curry from a knee injury and with the team starting to look like the Warriors again, they shut down Anthony Davis and the Pelicans easily to reach the Western Conference Finals.
Suga’s Western Conference Finals Prediction:
Warriors in 6!
Photo: www.nba.com
The Rockets are the #1 seed in the West, have gained CP3 and claim they have a team built to beat the Warriors. However, I just don’t think they will make the cut. The Warriors usually rise to the occasion versus each opponent and I think that with a healthy Stephen Curry, they are mentally and physically prepared to not only beat the Rockets, but win another Championship.
Stay tuned! Don’t you just love this game?!
By: Gabrielle Burgess
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GW Art’s commissioned signs for Rooms at Kingsworth Hostel in Jack’s Hill, JamaicaKingsworth Hostel in Jack’s Hill, St. Andrew – Jamaica
Nestled in Jack’s Hill with a view of the capital, Kingston, is Kingsworth Hostel. Kingsworth is a Bed and Breakfast that caters to travellers looking for affordable and peaceful accommodation with an interest to explore other places in Kingston and Jamaica as well as attend various cultural events.
Randy Burgess and wife, Gabrielle a.k.a Suga from Suga Lifestyle by the Waterwheel at the front of the Sugar Mill Restaurant last Friday, May 4. The Waterwheel is the only surviving structure of the Running Gut Estate that was established in 1676.
Suga’s Ratings for Sugar Mill RestaurantÂ
Date and time of visit:Â Friday, May 4, 2018 at 7:00pm
Comments:Â The Sugar Mill Restaurant lived up to its reputation for a high standard of service and food quality surrounded by the perfect ambience in an authentic, rustic garden setting. Seating at this fine-dining restaurant was spacious and sufficient, giving diners multiple options, including by the actual Waterwheel.
The menu is diverse, offering international cuisine with a Jamaican flair. Dishes arrived in a timely manner. The meats were cooked to perfection, well seasoned and complemented by other items for added, unique flavours. Well mixed drinks from the bar accompanied our dinner. Sugar Mill Restaurant is the perfect place to impress a date or to enjoy with family. #SugaEndorsed
Sugar Mill Restaurant has quite an assortment of breads with dips to tease the appetite, such as Cho cho with saltfish, a Blue Cheese dip and an Escoveitch dip. If you’re not careful, you will be left with very little space for your main or dessert.
My husband and I received a taste of Tuna with spicy aioli to start us off, compliments of the Chef.
Have a look at our other divine dishes!
Smoked Marlin ($19USD) – Filled with Crab meat and Shrimp, radish, roasted beets and pickled white onionsCrayfish Bisque ($15USD) with Breadfruit and Papaya seed crackersRack of Lamb – 14oz/400g ($52USD) with Tangelo Fruit Chutney and a side of Yam Risotto ($8.50USD)
How did their Lamb Chops surpass that of Terra Nova’s for Suga?
The satisfying serving size was similar, but slightly larger than Terra Nova’s Lamb chops. Both are well seasoned, tender cuts that are cooked how I like it, medium rare, but Sugar Mill gets the edge with its flavour and the crust that developed on top as it was cooked for the right amount of time, which made it perfection.
Terra Nova’s signature Mint and Pomegranate Au Jus that accompanies the Lamb Chops is savoury, but I didn’t mind the change with Sugar Mill’s tasty and juicy Tangelo Fruit Chutney. Sugar Mill gets the marginal win!
My husband enjoyed this change in comparison to his usual cut of Beef Tenderloin. It was well seasoned and cooked to medium rare perfection. Since the veal is younger, it was a lighter, more tender meat that he appreciated.
We were too full for Dessert, so either the Chef felt like being generous to us or he knew Suga was in the house! We were given Sweet treats compliments of the Chef. Delish!
Dinner for two at the established, fine-dining Sugar Mill Restaurant can run a couple a bit over $200USD, but it is usually totally worth it. Prices quoted attracted an additional 10% G.C.T and 15% Service charge, however locals get 20% off the bill.
Kudos to the Chef and staff for an exquisite dinner and to our courteous waiter, Dexter Lloyd who provided exceptional service.
Sugar Mill Restaurant
Location: Spring Farm Drive. Half Moon, Rose Hall, Montego Bay, Jamaica.
Ph: 876-953-2211; 1-800-626-0592
Website: www.halfmoon.com
Hashtag for Twitter, Facebook, Instagram: #SugarMillJamaica
By: Gabrielle Burgess
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