Cheers to Friday and Thanks for coming to GW Art’s Exhibition!

It was a delightful evening with great Company at my GW Art annual Exhibition at Jamaica Food and Drink Kitchen on Wednesday.

Watch “Thanks for coming to GW Art’s Exhibition! 30.11 22” Highlights on YouTube here:

https://youtu.be/fvTSOmNK1Qw

All NEW Paintings that were Exhibited have been posted for you to View & Shop on the Website. *CLICK ON LINK HERE*

https://sugalifestyle.com/product-category/gw-art/

Thank you Frame Art Jamaica, SLEEK Jamaica, Wine Lady Debra, Randy Burgess and David Gordon, The Bartender!!!

Congrats to Mel’s Sticky Jams who sold out her Jamaica Food and Drink Kitchen Market stock and thanks so much to Jamaica Food and Drink Kitchen for hosting. Fabulous space.

Remember there is still time to get your Wall/Tabletop Décor for the Holiday season. 

Next stop:

Suga Lifestyle’s Christmas Connection at The Jamaica Pegasus on DEC. 10, 10AM – 8PM!

By: Gabrielle Burgess (Artist)

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TODAY is GW Art’s Solo Exhibition at Jamaica Food and Drink, Progressive, Liguanea !

Remember that today is my annual GW Art Exhibition that will be held at Jamaica Food and Drink Kitchen (JFDK) in Progressive Shopping Centre, Liguanea. 30 Paintings will be on display.

There may be no Shaken & Stirred Session, so we should have Wine Lady Debra do Wine Tastings with us depending on the time you arrive!

As you sip on vino and view my new collection of Paintings, Mel’s Sticky Jams will be popping up to offer samples of her locally made goodies available for sale from the JFDK market.

Feel free to take your significant other and/or friends. Looking forward to seeing you all and enjoying the festivities soon! Happy Hump Day!

Sneak Peek!

‘Being Creative is not a hobby, it is a way of life’ – Unknown.

By: Gabrielle Burgess (Artist)

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GW Art’s Solo Exhibition at Jamaica Food & Drink Kitchen on WED., NOV. 30!


GW Art’s Annual Exhibition will be held on Wednesday, November 30 from 6PM – 10PM at Jamaica Food & Drink Kitchen in Progressive Plaza, Liguanea.

What’s an Art Exhibition without a little Wine and Charcuterie?
As you sip on vino and view my new collection of Paintings, Mel’s Sticky Jams (Ig: @mels_stickyjams) will be popping up to offer samples of her locally made goodies available for sale from the JFDK Market.

Though I was not stopped in 2020, I was unable to host my Exhibition last year due to the high spike during the pandemic. As we have already started to experience a busier than usual last quarter of the year, I look forward to you taking the time out to show your support and enjoying your company. It will be much appreciated.

Although we expect a free flow of persons during the 6PM -10PM period, the Market space is limited.

Please RSVP via Email to [email protected] by this Friday, November 18th.

Get your Wall or Tabletop Décor for the holiday season.

By: Gabrielle Burgess (Artist)

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Happy Monday! Come Visit & Shop GW Art at The Liguanea Club

Come have a seat, chat and drink with her. Tag GW Art (Ig: @gwartbygabby) in your photos.

GW Art’s ‘Feathered Yet Free’ and more is now at The Liguanea Club, New Kingston, showcased in the Lobby and by JD’s Restaurant.

Save the Date for GW Art’s annual Exhibition on WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 30 with Jamaica Food and Drink Kitchen (Ig: @jafoodanddrink) and Wine Lady Debra’s (@wineladydebra) Shaken & Stirred featuring Mel’s Sticky Jams (Ig: @mels_stickyjams) !

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

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Mystic Thai: One Night in Kingston?!

When Mystic Thai comes to Kingston, foodies unite! (L-R) Le Cordon Bleu Paris Graduate & Blogger, Craig Fleming, Blogger, Vanessa Lalasingh, Owners of Suga Lifestyle, Gabrielle and Randy Burgess with Suga Taster, Ashleigh Arnold.

Last Saturday at Jamaica Food + Drink Kitchen (Ig: @jafoodanddrinkkitchen), a bit over 30 guests had the pleasure of experiencing a Night in Thailand with Mystic Thai (Ig: @mystic_thai_jamaica) coming in from Montego Bay, Select Brands (Ig: @selectbrandsja) and Debra Taylor-Smith a.k.a Wine Lady Debra (Ig: @wineladydebra).

It’s what you would call a precursor to Mystic Thai coming to Kingston! Yes, you read right. Mystic Thai will be opening a higher end version of their restaurant some time within the next 6 to 8 months. Envision Sea Bass and Steaks prepared by a mix of new Chefs coming from India, while you are surrounded by the finest of Thai décor. Can’t wait!


In the mean time, we had the delight of being taken through 7 courses with the most interesting, some shocking, but tantalizing pairings presented by Wine Lady Debra of Select Brands.

Let Suga take you through!

The Beefeater Gin Cocktail was a bold welcome, tempered by Lemongrass that got guests buzzing, catching up after not seeing each other for a little while, then eventually seated with anticipation for what the rest of the evening had to offer.

Then BOOM came an unexpected shot of Stone’s Ginger Wine topped with Torresella Prosecco paired with Tom Kha Soup! A Ginger Mimosa Shot that got us off to a fast, but great start. The rich, creamy coconut flavour of the Soup was amazing by the way.

The Papaya Salad Wraps paired with Rosé cooled things down a bit with delicate flavours and well-rounded acidity.

One of my faves, the Kung Fu Girl Riesling followed to pair with the Mystic Dragon Roll, where its flavours were even more enhanced by a homemade pepper sauce that was offered. It took a little while for Kung Fu Girl to grow on those who were just introduced, as she is on the dry side, but hints of citrus and white peach perhaps made them appreciate her more as they sipped in between bites.

Truffle Infused Pad Thai Chicken paired with a California Cline Gewurtztraminer definitely spiced up the night again! Pun intended. Wow. I enjoyed that pairing thoroughly.

The highlight if the night for me then arrived.

GREEN CURRY SALMON with Hahn PINOT NOIR…What?! “Life is too short”, said Wine Lady Debra.
It is indeed. Naturally a Creamy or Lemon Sauce, or even a Salsa topping on Salmon would pair well with a Traditional White Wine, but I applaud this chance taken.
It was a HIT for ME. BRAVO…YOLO.

Crispy Sesame Lamb paired with a Malbec followed. It was tasty, but the small cuts of Lamb were unfortunately overwhelmed by the sauce and crispy texture.

Before we knew it, it was Dessert time! Oh but a bit of an anti-climax for me and my Suga Tasters who have recently traveled to Thailand. They’ve been spoiled by a wide selection of Sticky Rice Puddings, Fried Bananas, Coconut Puddings and other authentic Thai Desserts. Alas, we were served Chocolate Mousse. Owner, Kareena Mahbubani was surprised to know we would have been open to having her Sticky Banana Pudding. Of course, bring it on next time.

Wine Lady Debra did not skip a beat though! The Cocktail paired with the dessert literally fired things up again. An El Dorado Rum Cream Slide with smoky Cinnamon sticks! Delicious! Awesome finale.

Wine Lady Debra in action, assisting to pour the last Cocktail of the night.
Wine Lady Debra with Gabby Burgess

Let us remember that Mystic Thai is one of, if not, the best Ethnic Restaurant in Jamaica, so expectations were high. It was truly a fabulous evening. Kudos to Kareena and her team, Jamaica Food + Drink Kitchen for creating such a spectacular space for these Culinary Experiences along with their amazingly attentive and professional team, Select Brands and Wine Lady Debra who all delivered. A fantastic experience. Cheers. 🥂

Randy and Gabby Burgess of Suga Lifestyle with friends and Suga Tasters, Tennyson and Ashleigh Arnold.
Gabby Burgess with Owner of Mystic Thai, Kareena Mahbubani.

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

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Suga’s Top 9 to Wine & Dine with Your Valentine!

Randy and Gabby Burgess, Owners of Suga Lifestyle at Trio Wine Bar and Grill on Hope Road, Kingston.

Where are you dining for Valentine’s?! We’ve got the entire weekend! Places may be fully booked already but here’s a tip, book an early time. Also, remember the Super Bowl is this Sunday ladies 😉

Here are Suga’s Top 9 picks in no particular order, to Wine & Dine with Your Valentine from Kingston to Ocho Rios to Montego Bay.

Ambience, Service, Menu choices, Food quality, Location and Value for money all taken into consideration.

*Reservations recommended*

Watch “Suga’s Top 9 to Wine & Dine with Your Valentine!” on YouTube here:

https://youtube.com/shorts/z-hQ8Mwgn8s?feature=share

Randy and Gabby Burgess, Owners of Suga Lifestyle at Copper’s Restaurant on Haining Road.

Trio Wine Bar and Grill (Ig: @triowinebar64), 64 Hope Road. Kingston. Ph: 876-616-4784; 876-872-3659

The Terra Nova All Suite Hotel (Ig: @terranovahotel), 17 Waterloo Road. Kgn. 10. Ph: 876-926-2211; 876-754-2114

Steak House on the Verandah (Ig: @steakhouseontheverandah), Devon House. Ph: 876-353-9728

Summerhouse (Ig: @summerhouseja), Harmony Hall, St. Mary. Ph: 876-858-0031

Stush in the Bush (Ig: @stushinthebush), Priory, St. Ann. Ph: 876-562-9760. http://stushinthebush.com/visit

Sugar Mill Restaurant (Ig: @halfmoonjamaica) , Spring Farm Drive. Half Moon, Rose Hall, Montego Bay, Jamaica. Ph: 876-953-2211; 1-800-626-0592(Website: http://www.halfmoon.com)

Copper’s Restaurant (Ig: @thecoppersja), 9 Haining Road. Kingston. Ph: 876-815-5609; 876-672-7251

Chive Restaurant (Ig: @chivejamaica), Shop 15, Orchid Village Plaza. 20 Barbican Road. Kingston 6. Ph: 876-820-1194

Jamaica Food and Drink Kitchen (Ig: @jafoodanddrinkkitchen), Ph: 876-570-5709. https://jamaicafoodanddrinkkitchen.com/

Gabby Burgess, Owner of Suga Lifestyle at Jamaica Food and Drink Kitchen

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

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