Randy and Gabrielle Burgess of Suga Lifestyle at Chillin’ Restaurant’s new location on Musgrave Avenue, Kingston, Ja last Friday, April 12, 2023.
Parking is a bit tight at Chillin’s new location at 3 Musgrave Road, but comfy and spacious with superior service once you enter, choose your desired seating area and dine.
Suga Lifestyle visited last Friday. The menu is predominantly Jamaican Cuisine, so Oxtail with rice and peas and a healthy serving of Jerked Chicken with Quinoa were our choice dishes. Both could have been authentic Jamaican with more spice, but was tasty and affordable nonetheless, especially the sauce that came on the side with the Jerked Chicken.
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By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)
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Trusted Suga Baby, Tricia O’connor says that Reesu Bistro in Parkington Plaza, Half Way Tree has the best Crab Back ever! Her friend says the Salt and Pepper Shrimp is delish too. Can’t wait to check them out!
Reesu Bistro is open for Lunch Mondays to Fridays and open even later on their Seafood Saturdays that looks like 🔥🔥🔥.
Dining, Take-out and Delivery available.
Reesu Bistro Ltd.
Location: 14 Parkington Plaza, Half Way Tree. Kgn. 10. Jamaica
By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)
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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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Waterfalls Catering, known for hosting weddings and other functions is now serving Lunch!
I was happy to hear I could call in my order and pick up my lunch from a central, convenient location.
They were pleasant and accommodating over the phone and my lunch was boxed and waiting for me when I went to pick up.
Their lunches go for a reasonable cost of $750JMD with a sufficient serving, giving value for money. Soup is about $200JMD for a Small cup and $500JMD for Large.
Guess what?! Their menu is posted online too! More restaurants need to do that. It IS 2020. You have the option of ordering online as well for pick up or delivery.
Their menu is a short list, but with the standard meat options to choose quickly and easily from.
I ordered the Jerked Chicken (asked for no gravy) with steamed vegetables and rice and peas. Quite a decent, tasty meal. Great picker-upper.
Jerked Chicken with Steamed Vegetables and Rice and Peas ($750JMD)
Kudos to Waterfalls Catering for pivoting through Covid 19 and offering this efficient service.
Waterfalls Jamaica Ltd. – Waterfalls Catering
Location: 160 Old Hope Road. Kingston. Jamaica.
Call/Whatsapp: 876-622-5167; 876-778-0739
Website/Order online: waterfallscateringja.com
Instagram: @waterfalls_ltd
By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)
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As Restaurants open up and we slowly get back to a new normal, this may be the last review for the series of ‘During Love in the Time of Corona’. Not to worry though, there is so much more to expect from Suga Lifestyle! Thanks so much for enjoying the series with me. So Suga had to add an outdoor, seaside dining experience to the series and of course, my Birthday escapades! I am still celebrating! Geminis rule!
Christopher’s at Hermosa Cove is not fully open as yet, but you can call ahead to set a time with Chef Conroy Arnold for the time you would like to visit. In the mean time, Chef Arnold a.k.a Stuttering Chef has been busy open fire cooking by the nearby, Broken Rudder Beach Bar and Grill!
Team Gandy (Gabby and Randy)’s Piña Colada and Hummingbird Blended Drinks from Broken Rudder
My hubby, Randy and I got to the beach early and we were all by ourselves. Hermosa Cove is quite a large property, so even though we knew other persons were there, they were far away. We had the Broken Rudder Beach Bar bring down Blended Drinks to us and by about 2pm we had our open fire cooked Pizzas!
Open fire cooked Chicken and Vegetable thin crust Pizza!
We had 8″ thin crust Pizzas with Chicken and Vegetables that we thoroughly enjoyed. You know Stuttering Chef is Farm to Table, so imagine freshly cooked Okra and Mushrooms on your Pizza, plus Carrot with a hint of sweetness and more! Stimulating.
When we decided to have drinks by the Bar itself, we saw a group of persons that were celebrating the Birthday of a young one. It was truly impressive to see how fast Stuttering Chef fired up their Burgers, Hot Dogs and other requests without a hitch. Efficiency at its best. The other members of staff were courteous and attentive as well.
The Broken Rudder Beach Bar and Grill at Hermosa Cove is open and ready for you to join them.
Team Gandy has reported that The Broken Rudder Beach Bar and Grill is #SugaEndorsed!
***It is recommended to call ahead though. Remember Social Distancing is still being observed.***
The Broken Rudder Beach Bar and Grill at Hermosa Cove
By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)
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Suga Taster, Kimberly Nesbeth’s Ratings for EITS Cafe Doorstep Dining
Date and time of order: April 17, 2020
No. of orders: 2
NB. Ratings fill 5 stars maximum
Speed: ★★★★☆
Food quality: ★★★★★
Serving amount: ★★★★★
Packaging: ★★★★★
Value for $: ★★★★★
Suga Taster, Kimmy’s Breakdown!
Suga Taster, Kimberly Nesbeth
During Love in the Time of Corona, EITS Cafe has been offering Door Step Dining. There are usually two Soup options and six Meal options, in addition to some fun treats such as Pesto, Herb Butter and Cookies.
There are also refreshing and simple Salads. There are suggested combinations and an option to build your own Salad, which is what I ordered.
There are quite a few options you can choose from, and part of the fun is switching it up so that you’re not having the same Salad every day.
Edited By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)
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You can feast your eyes and eat this lunch today! [Ig Photo – @oakwineandcocktail]Call Oak Kitchen to Order your Jamaican Lunches and Wraps for takeout, delivery or curbside pick up! #SugaEndorsed
Oak Kitchen
Oak Wine Bar & Cocktail Lounge Location: Unit #5, 8 Hillcrest Avenue. Kingston 6, Jamaica
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View from the Veranda at Christopher’s at Hermosa Cove. (Photo: Suga Lifestyle)
Add the award-winning Restaurant, Christopher’s at Hermosa Cove to your Post Covid-19 Bucket List!
I had a wonderful experience there a few years ago and I am overdue to return.
Traditional Jamaican dish served for Breakfast at Christopher’s at Hermosa Cove. (Ig Photo: @christophersjamaicaaaw)
Christopher’s serves locally sourced gourmet fare such as farm to table greens and freshly caught seafood on an ocean-view veranda.
Freshly caught Lobster delivered to Christopher’s at Hermosa Cove. (Ig Photo: @christophersjamaicaaaw)
Christopher’s at Hermosa Cove’s award-winning Chef Conroy Arnold. (Photo: www.christophersjamaica.com)
Their award-winning Chef Conroy Arnold creates traditional island dishes with a contemporary international flair for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Here you go, feast your eyes until you can go. When you go, you know! #SugaEndorsed #PostCovid19BucketList
Classic Oxtail from Christopher’s at Hermosa Cove. (Ig Photo: @christophersjamaicaaaw)
Grilled King Fish served with roasted eggplant. (Ig Photo: @christophersjamaicaaaw)
Ribeye Steak (Ig Photo: @christophersjamaicaaaw)
Christopher’s at Hermosa Cove
Location: Hermosa Lane, Pineapple, Ocho Rios. JA.
Ph: 876-974-3699
Website: www.christophersjamaica.com
Instagram: @christophersjamaicaaaw
By: Gabrielle Burgess
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Porridge is a great way to start the day, full of fibre to keep you fuller for longer.
When having Porridge, have Oatmeal or Peanut Porridge.
Plantain porridge has too much sodium and fat; Hominy Corn porridge has too much sugar and sodium; Cornmeal porridge is very high in saturated fat.
*When you would like to have Porridge the healthy way, ensure that Condensed/Coconut/Evaporated Milk etc. are not used and only Skimmed/Almond Milk are used.
The Porridge may not be as thick, but it is much healthier!
Recipe for Peanut Porridge by Winsome Murphy (Edited)
Ingredients
1 cup raw Peanuts
1 cup Oatmeal
1 tbsp. Flour (Preferably Whole Grain/Oat Flour)
1 tbsp. Cornmeal
1 Cup Almond/Skimmed Milk
A pinch of Nutmeg
½ teaspoon Vanilla extract
½ tsp. Salt
Water as needed (approximately 2 cups)
Method:
Place the Peanuts in a blender and process until it is almost smooth.
Remove the Peanuts and place in a container.
Place 1 cup of water in a pot to boil and add ½ tsp. of salt.
Place the Oatmeal in a blender and process until it becomes power.
Combine the Flour, Cornmeal, Peanut, Oatmeal in a container.
Slow pour water in the container and mix the ingredients to make a liquid paste.
Pour the liquid paste into the boiling water.
Stir until evenly mixed. (Do not let the flour get lumpy)
Cover and cook on medium setting. To prevent the porridge from boiling over, lift the cover and allow steam to escape.
After 12 minutes turn the setting to low then add the Vanilla extract, Nutmeg and Milk.
Stir until evenly mixed. Cover and cook for another 2 minutes.
Turn of the heat and allow the Porridge to slightly cool before serving.
Recipe for Oats Porridge
Ingredients
1 cup Quick Oats
2 cups Water
1/2 tsp. Cinnamon powder
1/4 cup Raisins (rinsed)
1/2 tsp. Nutmeg (freshly grated)
2 tablespoon Stevia/0-calorie Sweetener
1/4 cup Almond/Skimmed milk
Optional: extra Almond/Skimmed milk
Method
1. Bring 2 cups of Water to a boil in medium heat.
2. When the Water boils, add the Quick Oats.
3. Stir in the rinsed Raisins and reduce to low heat.
4. Cover the pot and cook for 4-5 minutes or until the mixture becomes very thick.
5. Remove from the heat and Stir in the freshly grated nutmeg, Cinnamon powder, Stevia/0-calorie Sweetener, and Almond/Skimmed Milk. Depending on your preference, you can add more Milk.
If you wish to add fruit on top such as fresh Strawberries, 1/2 a Nanana or Blueberries for added flavour or natural sweetness, feel free!
Enjoy hot!
Edited By: Gabrielle Burgess (Certified Personal Trainer & Sports Nutritionist)
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Suga introduces you to Suga Taster, Taraja Jackson!
Taraja is a Civil Engineer/ Military Officer and her favourite dish is anything with Pork! Her favourite casual place to eat in Kingston is Triple T’s Eatery and Miss T’s Kitchen for out of town. For special occasions, she visits Ivan’s Bar & Restaurant out of town and frequently goes to Tamarind Indian Cuisine in Kingston.
Taraja enjoys globe trotting and has hit quite a few countries already including Spain, Belgium, Turkey, Greece, Italy, the Czech Republic and more. However, she says the country she has travelled to with the best food, is Peru.
According to Taraja, the character trait that declares her as a certified foodie is that she eats and cooks for entertainment!
Suga Taster, Taraja Jackson’s Ratings for Bellefield Restaurant and Bar
[Photo source: Edward Rattigan (Google Photos)]
Date and time of visit: October 23, 2019 (Lunch time)
Nestled in the hills of Fairfield, Montego Bay, Chef Robert Joseph’s Bellefield Restaurant and Bar at Bellefield Great House was a pleasant lunch time surprise. They had a wide selection of items on their menu, however the group chose to select from the lunch time special menu, which was reasonably priced at $1000JMD per person to include a small Soup of choice and an Entree.
The service was excellent. We were greeted at the entrance and seated immediately. The server was courteous and highlighted all the specials for the day. I selected the Vegetarian Pumpkin Soup topped with roasted coconut shavings, which boosted the flavour of the soup. It was quite tasty.
Vegetarian Pumpkin Soup (Sml)
The Entree did not arrive right away, but the group was distracted by basking in the pleasant ambience of the estate. We had Island Style Fried Chicken served with rice and peas and roasted vegetables. Other options were Chicken Penne Pesto, Whole Red Snapper with fries and Jerk Grilled Chicken with rice and peas/Baked Potato.
The portions were adequate and the Chicken was fried crispy to perfection with a delicious Bbq sauce on the side.
Bellefield Restaurant is in the Savoury Category ($2800JMD) for Restaurant week that starts today and ends on November 17! Give them a try!
Bellefield Restaurant and Bar
Location: Bellefield Great House, Fairfield Ave, Montego Bay
Ph: 876-952-2382
Edited By: Gabrielle Burgess
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