You have to taste these Coconut Drops!

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Ronetta Crooks-Allen of RSS Naturalll Delites with one of her daughters, Shaunell Allen at Christmas in July, a Tropical Wonderland Trade Show put on by THF at The Jamaica Pegasus last Thursday, July 19, 2018.

Suga visited Christmas in July at The Jamaica Pegasus last Thursday. It was the 4th staging of the event titled, ‘Tropical Wonderland Trade Show’ put on by the Tourism Enhancement Fund (THF). It is a Tourism Linkages Network Initiative showcasing unique Jamaican products available for wholesale and retail by local businesses. Products are usually suitable for Gifts, especially Corporate gifting and Souvenirs.

There were quite a few eye-catching displays, however I was particularly impressed by the invitation and pitch from Mrs. Ronetta Crooks-Allen of RSS Naturalll Delites to try her flavoured Coconut Drops. I am not a fan of Coconut Drops, so I was pleasantly surprised with how appetizing her Cranberry flavoured Coconut Drops tasted. I was even more impressed that it was not too sweet or overpowered by the cranberries. The essence of coconut was still highlighted and quite delightful to the palate.

See Contact Information for RSS Naturalll Delites below to give those Cranberry flavoured Coconut Drops a try! Grater Cakes and other flavours of Coconut Drops are available as well.

Stay tuned to see where these yummy Coconut Drops may pop up in the future too! #BuyLocal

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Yummy Coconut Drops and Grater Cakes from RSS Naturalll Delites #SugaEndorsed

RSS Naturalll Delites

Location: 138 Rhone Park Estate. Old Harbour, St. Catherine. JA. W.I.

Ph: 876.486.7469

Email: [email protected]

By: Gabrielle Burgess

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Beat the Summer Heat and join Pool Aerobics with Kim!

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Beat the Summer heat and get Aqua Fit by doing Pool Aerobics with Kim!

Classes are performed in waist-deep water and involve forcing your body to move despite the resistance of the water. So the muscles and joints will benefit too!

Fun Pool Aerobics Facts by Kim

● Despite being low to no impact exercise, persons who do water exercise can burn just as much body fat and build as much muscle as those who engage in land-based exercise programmes

● Exercising in water builds cardiovascular stamina, strength and flexibility

● Pool aerobics burns fat, increases circulation and can help rehabilitate healing muscles and joints

…and of course

● Working out in the water helps to cool the body from getting too hot!

Pack your Swim gear and Join Today!

Classes are Tuesdays and Thursdays at 5:30pm! #SugaEndorsed

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Pool aerobics with Kim

Location: Aquaworx Jamaica at 22 Hopefield Ave. Kgn. 6 (Entrance on Seymour Ave.)

Ph: 876-327-4758

Instagram: @poolaerobics

Facebook: Pool Aerobics by Kim

By: Gabrielle Burgess (Certified Personal Trainer and Sports Nutritionist)

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NEW Commissioned GW Art Piece at The Liguanea Club!

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Commissioned (18×24)” Framed Acrylic on Canvas piece for The Liguanea Club

The Liguanea Club on Knutsford Boulevard in New Kingston, Jamaica took its own spin on GW Art’s original ‘It’s Always Wine O’Clock’ piece with the optimistic quote and message, ‘Live Laugh Love’ for one of their newly refurbished suites.

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GW Art’s Framed Wall Art nestled in one of The Liguanea Club’s recently refurbished suites.

The centrally located Liguanea Club is a members’ sports and recreational club with 8 tennis courts, 6 squash courts, a gym, swimming pool, 38 guest rooms, meeting rooms, events facilities, a restaurant, bar and well-maintained grounds.

The guest rooms, meeting rooms, and events facilities are available for rental by local and overseas members, as well as non-members at very competitive rates.

Be like The Liguanea Club and get GW Art in your space today!

GW Art

Email: [email protected]

Ph: 876-422-3769

Website (Gallery): 

http://www.sugalifestyle.com 

Instagram: @gwartbygabby

Facebook: Suga Lifestyle

The Liguanea Club opens its membership to both local residents and overseas visitors who wish to make use of the facilities.

The Liguanea Club is advertised on established accommodation websites such as www.tripadvisor.com. Nestled in the heart of New Kingston, it is quite convenient for business travel, overnight stays or short stays to see the city of Kingston. Check it out today!

The Liguanea Club

Location: Knutsford Boulevard, New Kingston. Kgn. 5. JA. W.I.

Ph: 876.926.8144; 876.926-8145; 876-926-8146

Email: [email protected]

By: Gabrielle Burgess (Artist)

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Get your GW Art Tote Bag in time for Independence Weekend!

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Gabrielle Burgess, Artist from GW Art showing off the ‘Natty Music’ GW Art Tote Bag

GW Art’s Jamaican inspired piece, ‘Natty Music’ is now on Two-toned Cotton Tote Bags!

Order yours today and get it in time for Independence Weekend!

Support Brand Jamaica!

***Shipping to the USA Available***

GW Art

Email: [email protected]

Ph: 876-422-3769

Website (Gallery): 

http://www.sugalifestyle.com 

Instagram: @gwartbygabby

Facebook: Suga Lifestyle

By: Gabrielle Burgess (Artist)

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Healthy Lunch, Fresh Fruit, Smoothies and Shakes delivered to you!

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Oh-J’s Chicken Salad with Lettuce, Tomatoes, Cucumber, Carrot, Pineapple, Apple, Grapes, Cheese and Croutons.

Oh-J’s Fresh Fruit and Smoothie delivers Fresh Fruits, Smoothies, Shakes, Wraps, Sandwiches and Salads to you!

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Instagram Photo: @ohjsmoothie

You can customize your Smoothies and Wraps like myself to suit your diet and save tonnes of calories for the day.

Their Chicken wraps have adequate amounts of Chicken with salad to satisfy your hunger with no guilt trips. They are a perfect combo with their freshly made Smoothies. You can get a Chicken wrap, with a bit of fresh fruit on the side and a Smoothie delivered to you on time for under $1000JMD! Depending on how close you are of course, but definitely value for money.

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Instagram Photo: @ohjsmoothie

Give Oh-J’s Fresh Fruit & Smoothie a try today!

Oh-J’s Fresh Fruit & Smoothie

Location: 26 South Camp Road. Kingston. Jamaica.

Ph: 876-513-3857; 876-339-9990

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @ohjsmoothie

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By: Gabrielle Burgess (Certified Personal Trainer and Sports Nutritionist)

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NEW Piece by GW Art!

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I embrace Brand Jamaica and painted a NEW Jamaican inspired piece, ‘Mi Ackee’!

A compact piece convenient for gifting and travel and may be in a store near you soon!

More information to come, so stay tuned!

In the mean time, get GW Art in your space today!

GW Art

Email: [email protected]

Ph: 876-422-3769

Website (Gallery): 

http://www.sugalifestyle.com 

Instagram: @gwartbygabby

Facebook: Suga Lifestyle

By: Gabrielle Burgess (Artist)

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Family, Friends & Foodies Unite for the Love of Food at Kingston Kitchen!

Kingston Kitchen had Hope Gardens buzzing with activity last Saturday. It was a great event for family, friends and foodies to unite for the love of food.

The event was well supported, probably the biggest staging I’ve ever seen. The logistics and execution of the event was quite commendable.

Just a few drawbacks for me. One bar was not enough for the event and amount of patrons. It was overcrowded to say the least.

I also believe that our Gastronomy network via the Tourism Industry should have been involved with the event to incorporate tourists from various hotels on the north coast of the island. Kingston Kitchen’s Night Market would have been an eye-opening experience for them to see so much of our culture in one area and in one night. The event would also expose them to Kingston, as many tourists are unaware of the many cultural activities, beauty and places to go that exist in Kingston. For the next Kingston Kitchen, I would like to see them in bus loads!

There were so many vendors to pick, choose and refuse from, Suga and husband went with a hit list.

Here is a reminder of what Kingston Kitchen had to offer in addition to entertainment for adults and kids:

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I am proud to say my husband, Randy and I succeeded. We definitely took note of places to try in the near future as well.

Suga’s Breakdown!

MUST-STOPS AND GLAD BAG BUSS

● Stush in the Bush A variety of unique Sauces, Spreads and Preserves made with love. Always a crowd pleaser.

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Lisa and Chris Binns doing what they do best at Kingston Kitchen last Saturday, July 7, 2018.

● Lucky Strike Seafood Bar and Grill – Their Seafood bowl is always a hit. My husband approves!

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Randy Burgess and wife, Suga a.k.a Gabby from Suga Lifestyle at Kitchen last Saturday

● Street Food Saturdays – Fresh mint Lemonade, Street corn and more. They kept patrons coming all night!

● Fish Pot – Flavourful, peppery Fish soup. Great gas buster to prep for food galore.

●Simo’s Bread and Catering – Pastries, Soursop Popsicles, Dessert, Sauces, Seasonings. Excellent spread as usual from the main hands of it all, Christina Simonitsch.

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Delicious Mini Cronuts, Pastries, Sauces and more from Simo’s Bread and Catering at Kingston Kitchen last Saturday.

● I Love Paella – Rich, flavourful Tapas! From Valencia with love. Bravas, Croquetas and Empañadas cooked right in front of you.

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● Scott van Bonnet - New kid on the block from Blue Diamond Shopping Centre, Montego Bay. They had tasty Turkey and Lamb Wraps. Loved the infused flavours.

Coming soon to Kingston, Ocho Rios and Negril. Can’t wait!

● Topp In Designz Limited – Foodie Gear galore!

Suga had to cop this shirt!

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DISAPPOINTMENTS

● Gypsy House Tapas!

I have never thrown away food at Kingston Kitchen, but there is always a first. Trust me, I tried my best to eat their Seafood and Meat stacked Paella, but I just couldn’t get past the dry rice that nearly choked me and lack of flavour. It was horrible. Chef Enric’s, I Love Paella still stands as the place to go for authentic Valencian Paella.

● Soup King

They didn’t have any Soup for over an hour after the start time of the event. They seemed to have gotten things going later on in the night though.

SATISFYING STOPS #SugaSnaps

● Lyming at Walkerswood – Mannish water, Curried Goat and more. Jamaican cooked food that goes right to the heart and makes you feel at home.

● NCR Sheep Limited – Tasty Lamb sausage.

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● Rolly Polly – Ice cream for adults and kids. I enjoyed my topping of Bailey’s rum cream on my Strawberry Cheesecake ice cream. Delish!

PLEASANT SURPRISES

Gustazos Booth 

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Suga had a ball in the Money Machine to grab as much cash as possible in a short period of time to go towards her Gustazos Account credit.

Patrons enjoyed their small giveaways, boomerang photo booth and money machine! Fun addition to the event.

MISSED OPPORTUNITIES #SugaSpieswithHer4Eyes

> Fromage Bistro and Brasserie, Cafe Dolce, Pita Grill, Deaf Can! Coffee, Chocolate Dreams, Until We Eat Again, Cannonball Cafe, Pink Apron Jamaica, Tea Tree Créperie and Sip ‘n’ Go Juice Bar.

Suga didn’t get to stop by the usual crowd faves mentioned above, but I could see that they continued to please!

PLACES TO EXPERIENCE IN THE NEAR FUTURE #SugasRadar

> Eatopia Jamaica, WTF Burgers and 25 Wafflerie

Kudos to Director Leisha Wong, Melanie Miller and their team for their hard work, efforts and a well executed Foodie affair. #SugaEndorsed

Until the next one!

By: Gabrielle Burgess

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Save the Date for this Fitness Party & Expo!

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The Summer Edition of Fit Fest Party & Expo will be Saturday, July 28! 

There is an Early Bird Special being offered until July 8th, so catch the deal while you can. No excuses!

If you want energy, it will be there. One of my favourites, Andro from Spartan is booked for Zumba and there will be many more fun, energetic, experienced Trainers!

Ticket information

To get your tickets for the Ultimate Workout to burn loads of calories, go to the ticket outlets displayed on the flyer below (Spartan Health Club on Lady Musgrave Road, Hard End Fitness Factory on Ardenne Road etc.)

OR

Buy yours Online at firstlineja.com

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By: Gabrielle Burgess (Certified Personal Trainer & Sports Nutritionist)

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