It was so refreshing to leave town last Independence weekend and Restaurant hop!
Of course, with so many culinary gems on the north coast, I didn’t get to go everywhere I wanted to go, but definitely made a few stops worth mentioning.
First stop for Lunch last Friday, Evita’s Italian Restaurant!
Attentive staff with face shields, great, timely service, tasty dishes and a picturesque view.
We enjoyed Grilled Octopus, Smoked Marlin, Curried Shrimp and Chicken Breast and Chicken Breast Tortellini.
Grilled Marinated Octopus served with a fresh tomato and olive salsa (USD$8.50)Smoked Marlin ‘Carpaccio’ sliced thin, topped with capers and marinated onion rings (USD$7.50)Ja Curry ‘Supreme’ – Shrimp and Chicken Breast in Curry Mango-Chutney, white wine sauce (USD$16.50)
I concluded lunch with their Tiramisu. I was wondering why they didn’t dust the top of my Tiramisu with cocoa powder though.
Tiramisu
Stay tuned to see Suga’s next stop in St. Ann with Excellent Tiramisu!
Evita’s Italian Restaurant
Location: Eden Bower Road. Ocho Rios
Ph.: 876-974-2333
By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)
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Last Saturday, I had the pleasure of indulging in mouth-watering, delicious Bread Pudding from The Bread Pudding Factory!
The Bread Pudding Factory opened in June of this year, a pivoting act around Covid-19 by Nikeisha Reynolds out of her home in Linstead, with the intention of acquiring a location. So the delicious Bread Puddings are currently available by delivery only.
You have the options of Rum & Raisin, Coconut Pineapple Upside Down, Chocolate Chip with Salted Caramel and the Plain Surprise.
Suga tried all flavours except for the Coconut Pineapple Upside Down. Although I love a Caramel crumble on top, they were all good! They had the right ratio of moisture to firmness and the flavours were really distinct. It was hard to determine, but the Chocolate Chip with salted caramel was my favourite.
Nikeisha, foodie turned baker, believes bread is a Jamaican staple that comforts the soul. She thinks it is quite versatile to use in the kitchen and so of course, she has other recipes for more flavours up her sleeve!
The cost for a mixed box of 4 is $2200JMD with an additional cost of $350JMD for delivery. Payment is COD or via Online Transfer. Order yours! 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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Sweet Jamaica. No Filter. I Live Where You Vacation.
By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)
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Suga has been craving lobster since it has been back in season. A restaurant was out of lobster last week, so why not go to an actual seafood restaurant, better yet, a new one!
Offshore Seafood Lounge facilitates social distancing with their ample rooftop dining space, whether covered or uncovered. So no need to worry about bad weather. I went when the evening just about cooled down and I could enjoy the airy seating with a city view, taking in all of Constant Spring’s new developments. Wink wink foodies!
Princess was our server and she did a great job. Attentive and pleasant throughout our stay, because we were there for hours. I blame the Bar and an excellent bartender. You know it’s hard to find a tasty, blended Piña Colada nowadays?! Even some of the hotels water it down, but you can get an authentic, rich, thick Piña Colada at Offshore Seafood Lounge.
We were offered complimentary Lobster Head Soup as a starter, which we enjoyed and everything we ate after that too. Well seasoned, fresh seafood, rich flavours, tasty sides, satisfying portions and great presentation, all for a reasonable price. Definitely value for money.
‘Flittaz’ – Fritters with flakes of salted codfish (JMD$600) and Fried Sprat served with a house pickle (JMD$650).
Fish Tacos (JMD$1000)
XL Shrimp served with mashed potatoes and seasoned vegetables (JMD$2300).
Garlic Lobster served with one side and seasonal vegetables (JMD$2900).
For the ladies who love their pics, there is an Offshore themed painted wall with great lighting upon entry. The DJ is also quite good. They surely seem to live by their tag line, Great Atmosphere, Great Food, Great Vibe. Give them a visit if they are open for the Holiday tomorrow, or this weekend! They are #SugaEndorsed.
Offshore Seafood Lounge
Location: Consumer Plaza Rooftop, 103 Constant Spring Rd., Kingston. JA.
Ph: 876-840-2863
Open Tuesdays – Sundays, 3pm to 10pm
***Delivery Now Available through 7Krave***
By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)
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‘THIS IS US’ ~(18.5×6)” Decorative Wooden piece- Hangs (PRICE: $5500JMD)
Spending more time at home with the family and see room for Home improvement? Shop GW Art at Kingston Creative Jamaica’s Artisan Store Collective located at 12 Ocean Boulevard, Shop #2 in the UDC Building beside The Dezign Diva!
Check out this No Commission space that allows local artisans to have a retail space and visibility in the market place.
*OPENING HOURS*
11AM-6PM on TUESDAYS – SATURDAYS, *but closes early @3PM on a WEDNESDAY and 11AM to 3PM on Last Sundays during the Cultural Weekend Artwalk.🎨
By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle – GW Art)
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Cottage Cheese & Spinach Roll ($1595JMD+Serv. Charge) – Rolled thin layer of Cottage Cheese marinated in yogurt stuffed with spinach, onions, capsicum and Indian spices.
Mutton Rogan Josh ($2195JMD+Serv. Charge) – Lightly spiced boneless mutton curry dish slow cooked with brown onions, ginger, garlic and aromatic Indian spices.
Cilantro Chicken Tikka ($1695JMD+Serv. Charge) – Tandoor Grilled Chicken chunks marinated with roasted onions, mint and coriander.
If you are in the Kingston 8 area, I would definitely try their Take Out.
Masala Wok
Location: 144 Constant Spring Road. (Super Valu Complex) #28. Kingston. Ja
Ph: 876-609-1098
Website: www.masalawokjamaica.com
Opening Hours: 12pm – 8pm; *Closed on Tuesdays*
By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)
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Last Sunday, Suga took a walk by The Waterfront in Downtown, Kingston rocking a Dress from Coochiannas, a Necklace from Curio Accessories, Earrings from Rêve Jewellery & Accessories that you will see up close next week, and the main feature today, handmade Leather Sandals from Jan’s Accents. All Jamaican Businesses!
Handmade, Durable, Comfortable, Affordable, Fashionable, Leather Sandals from Jan’s Accents.
Check out Jan’s Accents today for Handmade Jewellery, Leather Belts and Sandals!
Jan’s Accents
Location: Shop 7. 92 Hope Road. Kgn. 6. Ja (Same complex as Bookophilia)
Ph: 876.648.6415 (Call) ; 876.371.2058 (Whatsapp)
Instagram, Facebook, Twitter: @jansaccents
By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)
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Gabrielle Burgess, Founder/Owner of Suga Lifestyle’s GW Art at the Soft Launch opening of The Artisan Store Collective yesterday in Downtown, Kingston.
Sugalifestyle’s GW Art is now IN STORE facing The Waterfront in Kingston Creative Jamaica’s Artisan Store Collective at 12 Ocean Boulevard, Shop #2 in the UDC Building beside The Dezign Diva!
Check out this No Commission space that allows local artisans to have a retail space and visibility in the market place.
Get a Sneak Peek from the soft launch opening of the Artisan Store Collective here!
*Opening Hours*
The store will be open from 11AM-6PM on TUESDAYS – SATURDAYS, *but closes early @3PM on a WEDNESDAY and 11AM to 3PM on Last Sundays during the Cultural Weekend Artwalk
Hope to See You Soon! 🎨💖
Buy Jamaican, Build Jamaica 🇯🇲
By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle – GW Art)
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GW Art’s NEW ‘INSEPARABLE’ Framed (8×10)” Charcoal on Paper [Framed by Frame Art Jamaica]GW Art’s NEW Framed Charcoal on paper piece is ‘INSEPARABLE’!
GW Art will be featured at JBDC Jamaica’s 1st Christmas In July VIRTUAL TRADESHOW from The Jamaica Pegasus TODAY from 2PM – 4PM!
Get a sneak peek of more NEW GW Art pieces and see flyer for details here:
GW Art’s NEW ‘ISLAND SET’ Framed (19×24)cm Painting [Framed by Frame Art Jamaica]
GW Art’s ‘DISCONNECTED’ (4×4)” Mini Tabletop/Desktop Painting with Easel
GW Art’s ‘REGGAE MUSIC’ (4×4)” Mini Tabletop/Desktop Painting with Easel
Great Corporate/Pixie Gifts and Souvenirs from GW Art!
Don’t miss it! Please support our authentic Jamaican brands and Join the LIVE STREAM on JAMPRO’s YouTube channel, Jamprotv, or on any of their partners’ social media pages:
@JBDCJamaica @theJMEA_ @TEFJamaica @tourismja
Hosts will be Emprezz (@emprezzgolding) & Johnny (@chrisjohnnydaley)!
GW Art will be at JBDC’s 1st VIRTUAL Christmas In July from The Jamaica Pegasus TODAY from 2PM – 4PM! Check out the information here:
By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle – GW Art)
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FINALLY, the anticipation is over and I was FULLY satisfied. Suga had a migraine all weekend, but I couldn’t help it, I had to dig into my box of Doughnuts from The Tipsy Doughnut! Was it worth it? Hell yea. Even if you wait a day, but BEST FRESH!
Scrumptious, moist goodness, full of flavour and so wholesome!
The Peanut Butter Bourbon took me straight back to NOLA and the Drunken Tiramisu was absolute heaven. My only complaint? More liquor please!
Stay tuned for the specially filled September doughnut, those are what I love even more. In the mean time, see ALL the flavours they have here!
Follow @thetipsydoughnut on Instagram to keep up with NEW Flavours and ORDER quickly because they get Sold out Fast! You’re welcome!
By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)
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