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Suga Taster, Stephen’s Visit to Blue Brews Bistro on the Culinary Trail!

by Brand JamaicaRestaurant Reviews & RatingsWhat's Hot

A month ago, Suga Taster, Stephen Greig ventured up to the cool Blue Mountains on a Sunday, with visiting San Francisco based brother and fam to check out the fairly new, Blue Brews Bistro (Ig: @bluebrewsbistro) in Holywell National Park.

Here’s what he had to say!

The drive was relaxing with majestic views of the Blue Mountains and fresh air to open the appetite along the way.

Upon arrival at Holywell Park, we were directed to Blue Brews Bistro, which had quite a few patrons by 11am. I would recommend that you make a reservation in advance via their email if you have a large party. Kudos to Owner/Manager Jovan Yapp for his hospitality, accommodating our party of 6. The staff were also friendly and attentive.

The menu expectedly had variations of your favourite Blue Mountain Coffee, Burgers, Hot Dogs and Pastries. It was interesting to see that they had non-bistro fare including smoked Pork Chops, Steak & Fried Chicken.

Our party had Pumpkin Soup, Burgers with seasoned fries and more traditional Breakfast fare such as Eggs and Bacon.

We tried their “Brookie” for Dessert, a merger of a Cookie and Brownie along with fresh Lemongrass Lemonade too.

The food was satisfactory, but you really go for the drive and experience. Also, the view and the cool, salubrious surroundings, where you can even go for a walk around the park while waiting.
The park museum is directly above the  restaurant, so do check it out.

There wasn’t any traditional Jamaican cuisine offered, so if there was a recommendation, it would be to really have a more Jamaican experience. Definitely worth a visit though. Big up Blue Brews Bistro.

Blue Brews Bistro

Location: National Holywell Park. Hardwar Gap, Holywell. Saint Andrew. Jamaica

Ph: 876-426-1204

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @bluebrewsbistro

***Open only on Saturdays & Sundays***

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

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TGIF! When in NYC You Gotta Do Pizza & Doughnuts!

by Culinary ExperiencesSuga TastersWhat's Hot

That’s right! Finish Strong. I can help you get back on track 😉

Fling Back Friday (#fbf) to Pizza & Krispy Kreme Doughnuts (Ig: @krispykreme) in New York City!

Suga with her cousin’s son, Jones Croft. He loves Dinosaurs!

For the Love of Food

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

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Uncorked…not just for Wine. Go EAT!

by Health & FitnessRestaurant Reviews & RatingsSuga TastersWhat's Hot

It’s been weeks since I’ve been to Uncorked’s Sovereign North location, but I always expect delectable dishes paired with premium wines. I wasn’t disappointed.

I was eating healthy, versus hubby’s Gourmet Burger (all of them are good), until I had a craving for Cheese.

Our courteous & attentive server, Norjah recommended the Black Bomber Cheese and it was really da Bomb! We had Goat cheese with truffles too. Delish!

I paired with an old fave, Miol Prosecco.

Check out Uncorked’s amazing Mastercard specials here, including the Charcuterie Board and one of my faves, their Seared Tuna!

📸: Ig @uncorkedja
📸: Ig @uncorkedja
📸: Ig @uncorkedja

Also, when in doubt, you can never go wrong with the Baked Brie, Judy Salad and The Karla 😉 #SugaEndorsed

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

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Order the Good Good Bread for Lockdown from The Bread Pudding Factory!

by Brand JamaicaChefs, Bakers and CaterersFoodpornWhat's Hot

That’s right! The Bread Pudding Factory is out in Linstead baking Bread, called BABKA!

Babka is a sweet, braided bread or cake popular in Jewish communities and The Bread Pudding Factory has brought it to Jamaica, baking it to perfection, more like Bread in its texture. The flavours are balanced and not too sweet, such as the pictured Blueberry & Cream Cheese, as well as Chocolate & Cinnamon.

Mi love dem you si! Stepping outside the box. Jamaica Nice. Order up and sweet up yuself and family for the lockdown.

Of course their assorted Bread Puddings are available too. Suga will help you to work it off next week! I promise 😊💖

The Bread Pudding Factory is #SugaEndorsed.

The Bread Pudding Factory

Location: Linstead

Ph: 876-508-3154

Instagram: @thebreadpuddingfactory

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

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TGIF to Sal’s Sweets Baking the World a Better Place!

by Brand JamaicaChefs, Bakers and CaterersSuga TastersWhat's Hot

TGIF and #fbf to #Sugataster Randy and I indulging in the unique variety of Sal’s Sweets delights.

From practicing Financial Services in Estonia and Florida to settling back home in Jamaica and practicing her passion, Sal Mahtani brings out the flavours she has grown up with that complement each other so well. She is of Indian heritage and has family in the Phillipines, where she has visited as well as countries in Europe. Being well travelled, she has demonstrated a knack for playing with different flavours, for anything but an average result.

This home-taught Baker started out baking Lemon Rosemary Scones for herself and friends while living in Florida. Go figure!

In a currently saturated field of Bakers especially during the pandemic, Sal does not do the classic Cookies, Cupcakes, Banana Bread or Cinnamon Rolls. It’s innate for her to do spin offs.

Russian Tea Cookies
Peanut Butter Blossoms
Pumpkin Spice Chocolate Chip Cookies
Baklava with a twist!
Baklava with a twist! (Shortbread crust, layered with nuts, baked with filo dough on top and drizzled with pumpkin spice syrup!)
Carrot Cake with a twist! Carrot Cake loaf topped off with with roasted walnuts, cranberries and spiced cream cheese frosting!

Her signature Cookies are Russian Tea Cookies that melt in your mouth, using her Mom’s recipe that she has recreated to offer vegans too. Her Pumpkin Spice Chocolate Chip Cookies with local Chocollor Chocolate, Earl Grey Lavendar Cookies and atypical Baklava are divine. A twist on the classic Baklava, using a shortbread crust, layered with nuts, baked with filo dough on top and drizzled with pumpkin spice syrup! Excellent texture for travel, whether it’s you or Sal! She frequently comes to Kingston on weekends from Ocho Rios for pick up and can facilitate FREE Delivery. Her products are now in the new Ciao Bella Café and soon to be in Lala’s Nutmeg in Ocho Rios!

Looking forward to Sal’s Sweets’  Summer spin offs! A little birdie told me I can look out for Lychee Lavendar, Chai and Lemon Basil flavours with Popsicles in the mix!

Follow @salsweetsja on Instagram NOW and make your orders! #SugaEndorsed

Sal’s Sweets

Ph: 876-388-6426

Instagram: @salsweetsja

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

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TGIF to Nazmar Pastries’ NEW Scrumptious Signature Doughnuts!

by Brand JamaicaChefs, Bakers and CaterersFoodpornWhat's Hot

It was all about the Cream Cookie, Coffee Glaze & Piña Colada to treat my Pops-in-law for Father’s Day. Couldn’t let him have it all though. Gotta let them watch their SUGAr😀

Nazmar Pastries continues to deliver soft, delish, moist doughnuts.
Dough not be afraid to treat yourself to Nazmar Pastries ! #SugaEndorsed

Nazmar Pastries

Ph: 876-374-6007

Instagram: @nazmar_pastries

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

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THANKS for Showing Local, Small Business Love Last Saturday!

by Brand JamaicaCharitiesGW ArtWhat's Hot
Patrons at Suga Lifestyle’s Mother’s Day Pop Up last Saturday, May 8th at The Jamaica Pegasus

Suga Lifestyle is still so happy, grateful and thankful for EVERYONE who supported and participated in ANOTHER Suga Lifestyle’s Mother’s Day Pop Up last Saturday!

Watch “THANKS for showing Local, Small Business 💖 last Saturday at The Kamaica Pegasus!” on YouTube here:

https://youtu.be/2zfRfSLTOMY

Thanks soooo much to The Jamaica Pegasus for their hospitality and constant supervision to allow the event to run smoothly and safely.
Thanks to my Suga Bears and Patrons who came out, shopped, adhered to Covid-19 protocol and totally enjoyed Suga Lifestyle’s pleasant, atmosphere that’s always a friendly and family affair.

Two Suga Artisans SOLD OUT: MYLK Dairy Free Ice Cream and Simply Luxe and the majority did so well. WE LOVE TO SEE IT!

Simply Luxe doormat

I’m sure there were a lot of Happy Mothers and excited expecting Mommies yesterday.

Brigiite Wray, a happy Mom who shopped last Saturday at Suga Lifestyle’s Mother’s Day Pop Up

Thanks again for getting retail therapy while showing Small Business Love and Supporting Suga Lifestyle and Rotaract Club of New Kingston’s ‘s Charity via Suga Box Ja!!!

Sean Taylor, fully satisfied after he collected his ‘BREWtiful’ Suga Box last Saturday at The Jamaica Pegasus.

Thanks always to my Hubby, Family and Friends for your encouragement
and support. ANOTHER ONE!

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

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Today is Suga Lifestyle’s Mother’s Day Pop Up at The Jamaica Pegasus from 10AM – 4PM!

by Brand JamaicaWhat's Hot

Thank You so much for showing Local, Small Business Love Everyone!

The ‘Butter Me Up’ Package featuring ALL Jamaican Brands will be available at Suga Lifestyle’s Mother’s Day Pop Up at The Jamaica Pegasus TODAY from 10AM to 4PM with 12 Local Businesses!

‘Butter Me Up’ Package (J$3000)

PRICE: J$3000
ALL Proceeds go towards Suga Lifestyle and Rotaract Club of New Kingston’s Charity, the Mary’s Child Project.

The ‘Butter Me Up’ Package features:

🖤Mrs. Bee’s Honey Bread & Butter Pickle that works on everything!

💚 Chorlavi’s Pepper Jam with less sugar and more fruit!

💛LesleyCooks Cookies, from her kitchen to yours!

See you soon!

***Covid19 Protocol will be observed and masks are required***
Get some retail therapy while showing Small Business 💖

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

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Less Sugar, More Fruit! Chorlavi’s is Back with NEW NEW Items!

by Brand JamaicaWhat's Hot

It’s always a pleasure to host Nella Stewart of Chorlavi’s (Instagram: @chorlavis) coming in from St. Ann.

Chorlavi’s will be coming with their signature Pepper Jams, Pimento Liqueur and NEW NEW Granola in different flavours and Chutneys!

Gift sets will be available too!

Bring out the Family to enjoy Suga Lifestyle’s Mother’s Day Pop Up at The Jamaica Pegasus’s Rio Bueno Suite this SATURDAY, MAY 8th from 10AM to 4PM!

***Covid19 Protocol will be observed and masks are required***
Get some retail therapy while showing Small Business 💖

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

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Let Mom Make Even More of a Statement with Pieces from Model Behaviour 876!

by Brand JamaicaWhat's Hot

Shop the Dear Mom, I Love You Mother’s Day Collection from Model Behaviour 876 (Instagram: @_modelbehaviour876) this Saturday!

From subtle Bracelets and Necklaces to bold statement pieces, this local business can satisfy any style.

Bring out the Family to enjoy Suga Lifestyle’s Mother’s Day Pop Up at The Jamaica Pegasus’s Rio Bueno Suite this SATURDAY, MAY 8th from 10AM to 4PM!

***Covid19 Protocol will be observed and masks are required***
Get some retail therapy while showing Small Business 💖

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

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