Suga with KD from Calabash Itals Rastarant in Ocho Rios on Friday, December 4, 2020
Cutting it close to curfew a few weeks ago in Ocho Rios, on Friday, December 4, 2020, Calabash Itals Rastarant came to the rescue with not only fast, but healthy Vegetarian food.
They gave us eco-friendly takeaway boxes filled to capacity that we could not even finish.
We had their Curried Chunks and Bean Stew. Flavourful and Delicious. Truly ital food that hit the spot.
Bean Stew with Boiled Food and VeggiesCurried Chunks with Boiled food and Veggies.
Big up KD for facilitating our late order and pick up!
If in Ocho Rios, check out Calabash Itals Rastarant (Ig: @calabashitalsrastarant). You can dine there too!
By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)
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Stush in the Bush in Priory, St. Ann will make you feel right at home surrounded by a picturesque, lush ambience and so much love from Chris and Lisa Binns, which they will lay all out for you on a platter.
(L-R) Lisa Binns from Stush in the Bush and Gabrielle Burgess a.k.a Suga from Suga Lifestyle at Stush in the Bush Moonlight 2015.
Some dishes will leave you spelling and guessing. Then you won’t believe it’s Vegetarian/Vegan.
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A memorable experience that you would do over and over again. For a chance to win this Culinary experience, come to Suga Lifestyle ‘s 3rd Annual Christmas Connection Trade Show Sip, Taste & Shop Experience this SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2020 at The Jamaica Pegasus.
20 Selected VENDORS representing the island’s various creative industries and Title SPONSOR, Miracle Corporation’s True & Natural, Saniwise will be ensuring that everyone keeps safe and sanitized with touchless stations & Spray bottles.
***MASKS REQUIRED FOR ENTRY***
If anyone is not wearing a mask, a mask will be given to them courtesy of Miracle Corporation.
Social Distancing will be facilitated and enforced. You can’t miss this show as you walk into The jamaica Pegasus!
Support HANDMADE, HANDCRAFTED, JAMAICAN!
Support Suga Lifestyle & New Kingston Rotaract CHARITIES!
By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)
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The Summerhouse at The Liguanea Club is no longer and JD’s Urban Pub has found a new home.
JD for Jason Delvaille, opened JD’s Urban Pub at The Liguanea club almost 2 weeks ago, on Friday, November 20th. With the closing of Summerhouse for some time now, The Liguanea Club was in desperate need to have a new Restaurant/Bar open for members, visitors and guests.
I hosted a small launch of www.sugalifestyle.com at The Liguanea Club a day after their opening and decided to try them right away after my launch with hubby and friends.
It was refreshing to see the staff genuinely excited to politely welcome diners and maintain attentive service throughout. It was quite a comfortable atmosphere and quiet, calming ambience. A bit too quiet though, some background music was needed. No worries though, that was fixed when I visited on my own a week later. They smoothed out bar and billing glitches the second time around and the food on both occasions was excellent. Adequate servings, great presentation, tasty and value for money.
I had their freshly made Lentil and Mushroom Burger (J$1500) for my first visit and last Friday, with my waitress, Keron’s advice, I had the Boneless Curry Goat Wrap (J$1200). That wrap was delicious! The meat was tender, seasoned to perfection and full of flavour. Bravo Chef!
My friends have tried and enjoyed the signature JD Burger (J$1800) and 6-piece Hot Wings (J$1200).
JDs BurgerHot Wings
Owner, Jason Delvaille has made rounds checking on guests and gathering feedback. We know how important it is for Restaurant Owners to always be present. I have seen many Restaurants/Bars come and go at The Liguanea Club, but if JD’s keeps this up, they may be there to stay.
Suga is looking forward to their Sunday Brunch from 11AM – 5PM and to visit their Pub for drinks with friends. You should too!
(L-R) Sherene Radcliffe, Ryan McKenzie, Randy Burgess, Gabrielle Burgess a.k.a Suga and Shane Walters enjoying the new Restaurant and Pub in town, JD’s Urban Pub. [November 21, 2020]
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After 3 years, I finally made it. Imagine it took a German friend visiting Jamaica to tell me about RafJam Bread and Breakfast. Then I was reminded about it by Jamaica’s 1st Blue Mountain Coffee Festival a bit over 2 years ago when they drafted their Culinary trail and posted signs all along the way. Look out for them!
RafJam Bread and Breakfast is nestled in Red Light District, Irish Town, also known as Backpacker District. It’s the Right turn after Craighton Estate, i.e. the 2nd Right turn after Cafe Blue. When you make that right turn leading downhill to RafJam, follow the signs and beware that the road is a bit ‘Raf’. But difficult roads lead to beautiful destinations right?! Indeed it did.
My husband, Randy and I, parked walking distance away so we wouldn’t block in anyone and arrived at the quaintest house tucked away in the Blue Mountains. We were greeted by owner, Susan, telling us immediately what was for Breakfast as if she was welcoming us home from a long trip on the road. It is indeed her home. Susan inherited her parent’s house and decided to transform the lush, tropical paradise into a magnificent Blue Mountain getaway.
I was initially disappointed that we missed out on the Ackee & Callaloo, leaving limited choices of Salt Mackerel or Saltfish and Baked Beans, but I was prepared for simple, Jamaican cuisine. We both ordered the Salt Mackerel.
We sat outdoors with an instant reminder of how beautiful Jamaica is. We overlooked, lush, green vegetation by a river and small waterfall. Tropical Paradise. Sweet Jamaica. Jamaica Land We Love.
Randy Burgess and Gabrielle Burgess, Owners of Suga Lifestyle.
Our Breakfast arrived and it was far from simple. It was freshly cooked, homemade, farm to table goodness! Salt Mackerel with boiled food to equip you to make a small climb up to see their 15-ft waterfall, and a side of fresh watermelon.
It was cold, but we enjoyed the freshwater river pools, didn’t take the clean, fresh air for granted and had a few drinks from their Tiki Bar before we headed back downhill to make curfew.
RafJam’s Tiki Bar
Upon leaving we heard them telling a few European visitors what was for Lunch, a more expanded menu, with more Jamaican goodness. We were very tempted to stay, so will return to RafJam, hopefully one day soon. #SugaEndorsed
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Seating is in open air by wooden tables with the most adorable Cacti centre pieces.
The Staff is extremely courteous and attentive.
I loved that their menu is posted on their Instagram page, so I knew what I was going to order before I got there and I didn’t have to handle the menu.
They serve Coffee Beverages, Smoothies, Traditional Eggs, Pancakes, Waffles, Omelettes, Bagel Sandwiches, Croissants, Paninis, Crepes, Wraps, Pastries and more.
They have options for Lunch too such as Soup, Salad, their Signature Burger and Pizza.
Trotter Passport with a serving of Eggs, Bacon and Pancakes with homemade Blueberry topping ($1050JMD +tx & 10% gratuity).
I had the Trotter Passport with a serving of Eggs, Bacon and Pancakes with homemade Blueberry topping ($1050JMD +tx & 10% gratuity).
My husband, Randy had the Smoked Salmon Omelette ($950JMD +tx & 10% gratuity).
Presentation was excellent with a more than satisfactory serving size and most importantly, Breakfast tasted great! Eggs my way, over easy and fluffy pancakes. The service could have been a little quicker with us alone there, but I saw and appreciated that everything was hot and freshly made.
Randy had 100% Blue Mountain Coffee ($400JMD) and I enjoyed my French Vanilla Frappe ($600JMD).
Their Dessert counter is also quite eye-catching. I was full, Randy had their Bailey’s Cheesecake that sas decent.
We were offered a complimentary glass of wine. It was 10am but Why not?! They have other alcoholic options too.
Trotters Cafe is #SugaEndorsed
Trotters Cafe
Location: Park Place, The Golf Academy at The Liguanea Club. New Kingston. Ja
Ph: 876 – 648 – 5243
Instagram: @trotterscafeja
***Menu on Instagram Highlights***
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Four (4) Lobster tails with Corn on the Cob ($4000JMD)
TGIF to Lobster from Island Vibz Jamaica!
Island Vibz located in Manor Centre has been a frequent Lunch spot for hubby, Randy Burgess for a few months now.
Huge, satisfying servings of well seasoned, spicy, flavourful Seafood that is definitely value for money!
Even though we usually do Take-out, they have a huge open air dining space overlooking the rest of Manor Centre, Constant Spring road and the now lush, green Constant Spring Golf Course.
Island Vibz is now Open Everyday for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner from 7am to 7pm!
Spice up the weekend and visit Island Vibz! #SugaEndorsed #StaySafe
Island Vibz Jamaica
Location: 195 Constant Spring Road. Manor Centre. Kingston 8. Ja
Ph: 876-866-8789; 876-383-2208
Instagram: @islandvibz_seafood
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Suga Taster, Jody Dixon at Casta’s Rum Bar in Washinton, DC a few weeks ago.
Open for just over a year now, Casta’s Rum Bar has racked up street credit for not only being Washington DC’s Best Cuban Rum Bar, but one of the hottest Bars in DC!
Suga cannot wait to travel again and hit this spot. Soooo jealous of Suga Taster, Jody Dixon! She visited a few weeks ago with friends and said her smiles were courtesy of Passionfruit and Tequila!
Check out the juicy, salivating Dishes and refreshing Cocktails that she and her friends enjoyed here!
The Menu is online! If you’re in DC, this looks like a spot to hit for sure!
Casta’s Rum Bar Location: 1121 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington, DC 20037 Ph: +1 202-660-1440 Website: www.castasrumbar.com *Menu is on Website* Instagram: @castasrumbar
By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)
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Thanks Jodi Miller, Co-owner of Pukrup Cosmetics Ja and a Suga Artisan, for always supporting Suga Lifestyle!
Women Supporting Women and a Boss Lady!
Please check out the awesome, locally made cosmetics that Pukrup Cosmetics Ja has to offer on their Instagram page, @pukrup_cosmeticsja.
Also stay tuned for more collaborations and events to come from Suga Lifestyle!
By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)
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Trusted Suga Baby, Tricia O’connor says that Reesu Bistro in Parkington Plaza, Half Way Tree has the best Crab Back ever! Her friend says the Salt and Pepper Shrimp is delish too. Can’t wait to check them out!
Reesu Bistro is open for Lunch Mondays to Fridays and open even later on their Seafood Saturdays that looks like 🔥🔥🔥.
Dining, Take-out and Delivery available.
Reesu Bistro Ltd.
Location: 14 Parkington Plaza, Half Way Tree. Kgn. 10. Jamaica
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Whether or not you like Green Juices, this is the one for you! Even though I eat and drink Healthy, I’m not a Green Juice fan. It’s usually lacking in taste or far too tangy. Chef Brian Lumley found the perfect balance between both, using a bit of citrus and pine.
The citrus and pine can be omitted for persons with allergies or for persons on a detox that wish to eliminate sugar entirely. No artificial sugars are used and notice would have to be given from early to have the juice without that tang.
It’s best chilled and smells so good from you pour it! It’s not entirely smooth, but that’s because it has the good stuff! Fibre! Fibre is especially important for those on a cleanse or for persons like myself who need a renewed energy.
I had Chef Lumley’s Green Juice a few weeks ago in between training clients instead of my usual healthy snack. It was a great supplement, with probably even less carbs and calories.
For the ladies, it is especially good to keep your iron count in check or bring it to what it needs to be.
If you weren’t distracted by Chef Lumley’s whole MOOD, you can see he offers a variety of sizes to suit your needs: 8oz – $500 16oz – $1500 1L – $2500 1.5L – $3500
It’s best if you just go Large, because you will want more. Chef Lumley’s Green Juice is #SugaEndorsed(The good ‘Suga’! 😉)
By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)
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