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Suga Lifestyle’s V-Day Pop-Up is TOMORROW at The Liguanea Club!

by Brand JamaicaChefs, Bakers and CaterersGW ArtWhat's Hot
Executive Director of the PSOJ, Imega Breese McNab enjoying Tropicks365 at Christmas in July last year.

Suga Lifestyle Events returns with a V-Day Pop-Up at The Liguanea Club New Kingston’s Outer Member Lounge TOMORROW, SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11 from 10AM – 5PM!

Treat Yourself or Your Valentine while Supporting 20 Local, Small Business Artisans.

Watch “Suga Lifestyle’s V-Day Pop-Up Promo for 11.2.2023!” on YouTube here:

https://youtu.be/As46IcAVtUU

Get Boozy with Wine Cocktails from Wine For Me or get your Caffeine boost with Complimentary JABLUM Coffee, while shopping locally made Apparel, Accessories for men & women, genuine Leather Products, Art, Crafts, Home and Office Décor, Skincare and Confectioneries !

MilfordRuby Leather Goods
Melibeezz Accessories
Signature PrintzJa
Deluxe Couture
Chocollor Chocolate and Kraving Skoops

Here is your Artisan Line Up!

See You Soon!

By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)

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See You TODAY at Suga Lifestyle’s V-Day Pop-Up at The Liguanea Club!

by Brand JamaicaChefs, Bakers and CaterersGW ArtWhat's Hot
Entrance to The Liguanea Club, New Kingston

See you at Suga Lifestyle’s V-Day Pop-Up at The Liguanea Club New Kingston’s Outer Member Lounge TODAY, from 10AM – 5PM!

Treat Yourself or Your Valentine while Supporting 20 Local, Small Business Artisans.

Watch “Suga Lifestyle’s V-Day Pop-Up Promo for 11.2.2023!” on YouTube here:

https://youtu.be/As46IcAVtUU

Get Boozy with Wine Cocktails from Wine For Me or get your Caffeine boost with Complimentary JABLUM Coffee, while shopping locally made Apparel, Accessories for men & women, genuine Leather Products, Art, Crafts, Home and Office Décor, Skincare and Confectioneries !

Here is your Artisan Line Up!

See You Soon!

By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)

If you liked this Blog, follow Suga Lifestyle Online, on Instagram (@sugalifestyle), Twitter & TikTok (@sugalifestyleja) or like the Suga Lifestyle Facebook page.

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From Pick Up Spot, Now Dining, Koi Sushi is Stepping it Up

by Restaurant Reviews & RatingsWhat's Hot
Tiffany Simmonds, Gabrielle Burgess a.k.a Suga of Suga Lifestyle, Kimario Rose-Stewart and Gillian Jackson at Koi Sushi Restaurant on Hillcrest Avenue last Saturday night.

Here I am again, GNO, Whiskey Sour in hand, don’t forget my cherry.

Happy to dine at an authentic Sushi spot in Kingston other than East/ Majestic. As Koi Sushi Restaurant (@koisushija) is currently ironing out a few details in their upgrade from a pick up spot to a dining restaurant, they definitely have the potential to occupy the space above Fromage on Hillcrest Avenue a bit longer than Oak Wine Bar.

Highlights:
• Kabuki: double fried shrimp roll

• Volcano: Kanikama (crab stick), masago & cooked white fish roll (An eruption of flavours!)


• Kai Poke Bowl + Sake: Tuna, Salmon, Kani crab, edamame + more

We appreciated our server, Jerome’s hospitality despite us girls giving him pokes of trouble here and there. Pun intended. He was quite attentive, ensuring we left satisfied.

Dessert was not available from Koi Sushi’s tempting menu to try as yet, but we could order dessert from Fromage that always has salivating options. Their Tiramisu was a hit with one of the Girls.

Suga will definitely revisit and I am looking forward to Dessert worth the calories after some authentic Sushi paired with their Sake that I also enjoyed.

Koi Sushi Restaurant

Location: 8 Hillcrest Avenue. Kingston 6.

Ph: 876-649-5096

Instagram: @koisushija

By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)

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TGIF and Cheers from Tacbar!

by Restaurant Reviews & RatingsSuga TastersWhat's Hot

I know I took a while to visit this one Suga fam, but from Suga Taster reports, I wasn’t quite pulled in yet.

I visited on a GNO mid August. We had the Tacbar Platter (any 8 tacos for J$3950). We chose the Ahi Tuna, Oxtail, Shrimp and Lobster Tacos.

The Ahi Tuna Taco needed a tasty, spicy balsamic vinaigrette.

I’m not sure why crushed chips were in the Oxtail Taco, but it was an unwelcomed crunch for me, not a hit. Like most folks, I prefer my Oxtail tender and boneless without that texture.

The Shrimp Taco was bland without the lime they provided with it. So definitely added that splash of lime.

The Lobster Taco was the best selection for us, but why put crumbled feta in it to overpower the Lobster? The taste of Lobster can be easily overpowered and feta is known for it’s sharp, pungent taste.

Anyhow, I love Chef Haleem Card’s food, but I was a bit disappointed. Perhaps they may have been a bit overwhelmed in the kitchen by the fact that it was Heineken’s Bar hopping series night. But kudos to them for still keeping a high quality of service by the restaurant. Those ladies were awesome and the music and vibes were fantastic.

It’s still Chilitos for me for authentic Mexican, but I will revisit.

Have a great weekend!

By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)

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Yes, You Can Go Eat & Drink at Courtyard Marriott Jamaica!

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Grilled Chicken Breast with roasted potatoes and steamed vegetables from Centro Restaurant at Courtyard, Marriott, Kingston.

I am not sure why, but many of us don’t realise you can visit the Courtyard Marriott by NHT, New Kingston (Ig: @courtyardkingstonjamaica) at their Restaurant, Centro and have Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner.

They finally seem to be getting a lunch crowd though. The wait was a bit long this time, so perhaps call ahead?

You can go healthy too. Besides my Whisky sour, I had Grilled Chicken Breast with roasted potatoes and steamed vegetables.

The food is consistently up to standard despite any change in Chefs and so are the Cocktails!

[Photo: Instagram pic: @courtyardkingstonjamaica ]

I would go for Breakfast or Dinner next time though.
They have meeting rooms to explore too.
Check them out!

By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)

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Throwing it Back to Kenny’s Italian Café for My Birthday!

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With an NBA Finals game on my Birthday and when in Negril, I had to choose Kenny’s Italian Café (Ig: @italiancafejamaica)! So familiar to me with great Italian food, good Bartenders, good vibes and TV screens. That’s all I needed 😁🎉

We had their Soup of the Day, a tasty Caprese Salad, followed up by delish, flavourful, herby Shrimp Spaghetti Puttanesca and I swapped my Shrimp Alfredo to Tomato sauce. I still asked them to work on a Pesto or light White Wine sauce for the Pastas, but they were delectable nonetheless.

Watch “Throwing it Back to Kenny’s Italian Cafe for My Birthday!” on YouTube here:

https://youtu.be/2f8STUZDtCM

Thanks sooo much for making my Birthday even more special. There were two others in the house and we rocked it to different songs. Appreciated that Mr. DJ!

Kenny’s Italian literally got the entire staff to chime in for the Birthday serenade, like WOW, plus a Free Birthday Shot. Okrrrr Partayyy 💃🥃🥃🎉

Thanks for showing Suga Amore always…I returned the following night for Drinks too. Dangerous Bartender you have there, but not calling any names 😃💖

Kenny’s Italian Cafe continues to be #SugaEndorsed.

Kenny’s Italian Café Jamaica

Location: Norman Manley Blvd., Negril. Jamaica

Ph: 876.957.4032

Instagram: @italiancafejamaica

By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)

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#tbt to Lunch at Cellar 8 being just Stellar!

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Hubby and I made an overdue visit to Cellar 8 a little over 2 weekends ago on a Saturday afternoon.

Happy to see the buzz return and the quality of food being excellent Cellar 8. Reservations are definately recommended.

Kudos to their new Executive Chef, David Wellington.

The crunchy texture of our Cauliflower florets enhanced by the flavour of the spiced orange curry sauce it was glazed with, was just right.

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The C8 Mac ‘n’ Cheese is a must have! The mouth-watering pic speaks for itself.

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Randy enjoyed his creamy Seafood Pasta with Shrimp, Salmon and Calamari tossed in a light cream sauce served on roasted garlic linguini. We appreciate when creamy sauces are indeed light.

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I had the Honey Garlic Salmon, which was perfection. That honey garlic sauce definitely puts a different, but good spin on the taste.

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Service was excellent and Bartender, Kedoo’s Mojito and Peach Bellini with Bubbly & Rum were on point!

Cellar 8 is #SugaEndorsed. Suga will return soon!

Cellar 8 Wine Bar & Bistro

Location: Shop 10, Upper Manor Park Plaza. Kgn 8. JA. W.I.

Ph: 876-220-1367

Instagram: @cellar8kgn

By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)

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A Fantastic Stay at The Cliff Hotel by West End, Negril

by Brand JamaicaRestaurant Reviews & RatingsSuga TastersWhat's Hot
The Cliff Hotel, Negril, Jamaica

TGIF! Where are you staying this weekend Suga Bears?!

We had a fantastic stay at The Cliff Hotel by West End, Negril last weekend.

Watch “A Fantastic stay at The Cliff Jamaica by West End, Negril” on YouTube here: 

https://youtube.com/shorts/F-q48TnIKgw?feature=share

Even though it’s not an all inclusive, their current rate is definitely value for money. Seize the opportunity before it goes back up!

The food and presentation from their Zest Restaurant was consistently excellent.

Manager, Vernon was on site everyday, quite hospitable and accommodating along with his staff.

The property was clean. Views were breathtaking. Parking was adequate, which is hard to find in Negril. Wifi was decent. The room was huge and the Smart Tv was great. Just 1 complaint…only water came in the fridge. We would appreciate 2 Red Stripes next time 😎🍻

The Cliff Hotel and its Zest Restaurant are #SugaEndorsed.

Gabby and Randy Burgess, Owners of Suga Lifestyle at The Cliff Hotel in Negril, Jamaica on Friday, October 8, 2021.

The Cliff Hotel

Location: West End Road, Negril, Jamaica

Phone: 876-632-0919

Instagram: @thecliffjamaica

By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)

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When Skylarking in Negril, Yuh Driva Haffi Mek 1-Stop

by Brand JamaicaRestaurant Reviews & RatingsSuga TastersWhat's Hot

Miss Lily’s at Skylark Negril Beach Resort on Negril’s Seven Mile Beach!

The music, food and vibes are right everytime. The only good system is a sound system.

I enjoyed their succulent, flavourful Jerk BBQ Pork Spare Ribs with roasted plantains. Finger-licking good.

Jerk BBQ Pork Spare Ribs with roasted plantains (US$22)

Hubby, Randy enjoyed the Miss Lily’s mouth-watering Cheeseburger that was sandwiched in cocoa bread.

Miss Lily’s Cheeseburger (US$12)

Vegetarian menu and fresh Juices available too. I  had the refreshing Skylark Greens.

Great, speedy and pleasant service. #SugaEndorsed

For my Suga Bears overseas, be sure to check out Miss Lily’s in Soho or East Village NY & Dubai!

By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)

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Suga’s Next Stop on the West End, Rockhouse at Rockhouse Hotel!

by Brand JamaicaRestaurant Reviews & RatingsSuga TastersWhat's Hot

The award-winning Caribbean’s Leading Boutique Hotel for many years, as well as Jamaica’s Leading Spa Resort for ’14, ’15 is usually booked out for Weddings whenever we are in Negril.

So with much anticipation and quite a reputation, we finally dined at one of the most scenic Restaurants cliffside.

The staff there, led by Gossett definitely got that old school welcoming, Jamaican hospitality that we love. Kudos to them. Their energy working amongst each other was cordial as well.

Seating was close, but I was still able to make myself comfortable.

My Coconut Shrimp starter was delish. We enjoyed the other dishes, Crab Quesadilla, Seafood Linguini with Shrimp and Snapper and the Surf & Surf with seared Snapper and Garlic Shrimp.

Coconut Shrimp (US$12)
Crab Quesadilla (US11)
Seafood Linguini with Shrimp & Snapper (US$19)
Surf & Surf with seared Snapper and Garlic Shrimp (US$24)
Chocolate Cake

They were tasty dishes, but left a little more to be desired. I also only had two bites of the Chocolate Cake. Perhaps expectations were too high or maybe they fell off their game a bit, because other spots are quite impressive! Stay tuned for more this week.

Gabrielle with husband, Randy Burgess, Owners of Suga Lifestyle at the Rockhouse restaurant at Rockhouse Hotel last Saturday.

XoXo, Suga💖

By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)

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