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Suga’s Sunday Dinner Special from Alexander’s!

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Alexander’s at The Courtleigh Hotel (Ig: @courtleighhotel) is one of The Best spots to dine at for 2023 in Jamaica!

Last December I had the pleasure of being invited to a New Dining Experience at Alexander’s.

It was certainly an unforgettable Experience with fine company.

Executive Chef Fredrick Gayle became a part of the Courtleigh Hotel family just before covid arrived and has been patiently waiting to offer his New Menu to us.

We were introduced to 8 Courses + Dessert and more! These courses were of 1st world calibre, showcasing how we can not only take Jamaican Cuisine to the world, but think outside the box and put our own twist on International cusine paired with Wines from Wine Lady Debra (Ig: @wineladydebra). What a treat! Christmas came early!

Check out Suga’s Sunday Dinner Special from Alexander’s here!

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Highlights for Suga were the spicy Oxtail Napolean, tender Duck Bruschetta enhanced by tasty tomato-tamarind chutney, the artistic presentation of Organic Salad Greens, a mouthwatering Seafood Lasagne and a vegetarian dish must-try, Baked Vegetable Cannoli!

Oxtail Napolean
Baked Vegetable Cannoli

#SugaSnaps to Nicola Madden Greig for her hospitality, Exec. Chef Fredrick Gayle (Ig: @fredrickgayle) and his team, whom behind stood a lot of women!

Of course, I celebrated that spectacular menu with them again at Alexander’s last Friday night for GNO and I appreciated that the quality was just as high for the standard of service we received and all the courses we enjoyed. Watch out for that Oxtail Napolean though! Chef, a bird requested you put the pepper sauce on the side and not on top.

We also had the Seafood Lasagne, Grilled Chicken Supreme and the healthy Steamed Pak Choy Wrapped Snapper was for meee. The night was young, so we hopped right on over to the Courtleigh Hotel’s Mingles Bar & Lounge that has reopened with great service and comfortable, relaxed Vibes.
#Alexandersrestaurant is #SugaEndorsed.

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

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Surf n’ Turf from TRIO Wine Bar & Grill! Happy Hump Day!

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Trio Wine Bar and Grill

Ig: @triowinebar64

Location: 64 Hope Road, Kingston.

Ph: 876-616-4784; 876-872-3659

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

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

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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!

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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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Suga Finally Revisited 22 Jerk since their Opening Week…

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Suga Finally Revisited 22 Jerk (Ig:@22jerk) on Barbican road since their Opening Week.

I wasn’t blown away by the quality of the food, but I was indeed satisfied. They are generous with the side of plantains too, an entire plate.

I hear there are good and well, ‘not so good’ days there. Probably depends on who’s behind the fire.

Decent, comfortable open air spot with sufficient parking to grab a quick Lunch or Dinner and a drink though.

Big up Hillary for her great service. She will take care of you. I shall return.

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

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Did You See Suga Tasters Stumbling into Anthony & his ER Crew at Nirvanna Global!

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A bit over a month ago, Suga and fellow Suga Taster and friend, Tennyson Arnold visited Nirvanna Global (Ig: @nirvannaglobalja) for lunch, a familiar spot for us both.

We were pleasantly greeted by owner, Mahek Chatani when we arrived and we could also see that Anthony Miller and his Entertainment Report (ER) crew were in the house.

Nirvanna Global is currently one of my favourite go-to restaurants, so we had no issues participating in their feature and giving our feedback. Afterall, I literally had takeout from them the day before.

Enjoy a bit of Suga ‘uncut’, speaking about the Nirvanna trilogy that began with the authentic Nirvanna Indian, then Masala Wok, now the new Nirvanna Global.

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Then check out Nirvanna Global’s full feature on ER broadcasted on Television Jamaica on August 27th!

Watch Nirvanna Global featured on TVJ’s ER – 26/8/22 here:

https://youtube.com/watch?v=b3SZ2rAcF3o&feature=share

Visit Nirvanna Gobal in Progressive Plaza, Barbican. We had Onion Rings, Avocado Toast, Grilled Lobster and Salmon.

The menu is posted on their Instagram page highlights and they continue to be #SugaEndorsed.

Happy Sunday!
XoXo, ?Suga

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

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Happy Friday Suga Fam!

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Location: Rockhouse Hotel, Negril

Have a great weekend!
XoXo, Suga?

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

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#tbt to Oceano Jamaica!

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Believe it or not, Suga has not gone to Oceano Jamaica (Ig: @oceanojamaica) since it opened in Marketplace based on its reviews. Then the reviews became more balanced, so I started to consider visiting.

A few Saturdays ago, us girls needed a convenient spot to catch up and I felt for Japanese, so why not?

We selected Rolls that seemed exciting from the menu like the Surf n’ Turf and Peppa Shrimp Rolls.

We also had the Pimento Teriyaki Ribs and the other two items slipped me.

Presentation was fabulous, but the Rolls lacked the anticipated pop of flavours or spice.

No cherries for my Whisky Sour either. ? That’s a must for me.

Anyhow, it was all great to satisfy our appetites. That is all. There isn’t much to say about their standard of service received either.

It’s still Majestic and East Japanese for me. I am yet to try Koi Sushi, which I’ve heard good things about.

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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Quick, Pick Up Family Spot for some Tasty, Filling Food!

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Too lazy to cook for the family or need a quick, affordable pick me up? Jungle Fiah Jamaica (Ig: @junglefiahja) is the spot!

They have 4 locations and deliver, but Suga stopped by the Brunswick, Spanish Town location a few Sundays ago on the way in from St. Mary.

They have a menu to order from with light food such as Sandwiches, Chicken, Fries etc., but their Buffet offering is fantastic!
Pick, choose and refuse and fill your own box, but know that it will be weighed afterwards.

Two full boxes came to J$2700 with a variety of meats and sides, including Curried, Baked & Sweet & Sour Chicken + more, rice and peas, some big big slices of plantain and don’t forget the vegetables.

They have friendly staff and comfortable indoor and outdoor seating. Jungle Fiah Jamaica is #SugaEndorsed.

Have a great day now!

XoXo, Suga

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

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