TGIF to Sunny and Brighter days. Stay healthy and safe Suga Bears!
#fbf to visiting Catcha Falling Star in Negril. Their Restaurant & Bar, Ivans is fantastic!
By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)
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Throwback Thursday to a quick stop for a Frappé at Patsys Coffee Shop, Negril!
Patsys Coffee Shop is a cute, quaint seaside Coffee and Ice Cream shop by the West End of Negril.
You won’t find many Coffee shops in Negril, so check it out!
When I return I need to try the Bumblebee Mocha!
Patsy’s Coffee Shop
Location: One Love Drive, West End Road, Negril, Jamaica
Ph: 876-841-3388
Instagram: @patsyscoffeeshop
By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)
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Another Hot Food Spot in Negril is Ivan’s at Catch a Falling Star!!!
My word! Suga and hubby, Randy thoroughly enjoyed the visit to Ivan’s at Catch a Falling Star by West End, Negril. Spectacular seaside view on the Cliffs and amazing food.
#SugaSnaps for their transition from an absolutely eye-catching Caribbean style menu to the mouth-watering dishes served.
We fulljoyed the Calypso Trio inclusive of their best sellers, Jerk Chicken, Jerk Shrimp & Crab Cake, delish Shrimp wrapped in Plantain and the Best Burgers you will ever have on sliced bread.
Not to mention, great service & blended Cocktails too!
Ivan’s at Catch a Falling Star has been on my list for some time now and they did not disappoint. Another visit is a must in order to explore that menu more!
When in Negril, stop at Ivan’s by Catch a Falling Star. Their menu is online and they are definitely. #SugaEndorsed. Jamaica Nice!
Ivan’s at Catch a Falling Star
Ph: 876-957-0045
Location: West End, Negril
Website: www.catchajamaica.com
Instagram: @ivanscatchafallingstar
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Happy Monday Sweet Jamaica! It’s a New Week. Make it Count.
By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)
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TGIF! Geesh! Cool it down with Chill-Pops Gourmet Paletas!
Chill-Pops Gourmet Paletas is located in the same Boardwalk Shopping Village across from Negril Tree House with Matthew’s Sushi Bar and Grill!
It’s the cutest little cart to shop from that’s not on wheels.
Don’t get it twisted, Chill-Pops Gourmet Paletas offers Gourmet Paletas not Popsicles. The difference? Popsicles are non-dairy frozen, flavoured treats, while Paletas, as they call them in Mexico are frozen treats made from natural ingredients such as Fruits or rich, creamy ingredients like my hubby’s Coffee Paleta.
Loved the variety! Imagine having a Margarita or a Whiskey Sour Paleta like me?!
It was refreshing and so tasty, with actual slices of lime inside.
Based on what you order, you can add toppings too.
We neeeed a Chill-Pops Gourmet Paletas in Kingston. They are #SugaEndorsed.
Chill-Pops Gourmet Paletas
Location: The Boardwalk Shopping Village, Norman Manley Blvd., Negril Jamaica
Ph: 876-957-3278
Instagram: @chillpopsjamaica
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With the Holidays coming to a close last weekend, Suga and hubby, Randy visited Matthew’s Sushi Bar & Restaurant located in The Boardwalk Shopping Village across from Negril Tree House last Friday.
It’s been a bit over a year since Suga Taster, Kimberly Nesbeth enjoyed it. Let’s see how they have kept up!
Suga’s Ratings for Matthew’s Sushi-Bar-Restaurant
Date and time of visit: January 1, 2021 @ 3:30pm
No. of diners: 2
NB. Ratings fill 5 stars maximum
Parking: ★★★★★
 Ambience: ★★★★â˜â€
Décor: ★★★★★
Service: ★★★★★
Comfort: ★★★★★
Speed: ★★★★â˜â€
Food quality: ★★★★â˜â€
Serving amount: ★★★★★
Plating: ★★★★★
Value for $: ★★★★★
Suga’s Breakdown:
We ordered up!
There was absolutely no room for Dessert, but I was happy to see that it is baked fresh daily from The Pastry Place in the same complex.
The food and service were superb.
There was no Fireball Whisky though! So next time I will be back for The Hustler Cocktail and more. Check out their menu on their Instagram Page (@matthewsnegril) and if you’re in Negril, stop by! They are #SugaEndorsed.
*Prices quoted were subject to 10% Service Charge and G.C.T
Matthew’s Sushi Bar & Restaurant
Location: The Boardwalk Shopping Village, Norman Manley Blvd., Negril Jamaica
Ph: 876-564-1355
Instagram: @matthewsnegril
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Happy Independence Day Jamaica!
Sweet Jamaica. No Filter. I Live Where You Vacation.
By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)
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TGIF to Sunsets from Sweet Jamaica! We will bounce back. Keep safe!
#ILiveWhereYouVacationÂÂ
By: Gabrielle Burgess
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Suga Taster, Kimberly Nesbeth’s Ratings for Matthew’s Sushi-Bar-Restaurant
Date and time of visit: November 14, 2019 @ 1pm
No. of diners: 3
NB. Ratings fill 5 stars maximum
Parking: ★★★★â˜â€
 Ambience: ★★★★★
Décor: ★★★★★
Comfort: ★★★★★
Service: ★★★★★
Speed: ★★★★★
Food quality: ★★★★★
Serving amount: ★★★★★
Plating: ★★★★★
Value for $: ★★★★★
Suga Taster, Kimmy’s Breakdown!
We had a long drive from Kingston to Negril for a business meeting and took the opportunity to try one of the new restaurants on the strip; Matthew’s had its official opening on September 14th, 2019.
On entering you are welcomed by a wide, tastefully branded Appleton Estate Matthew’s Bar and wallpaper with beautiful photos of a variety of Jamaican landscapes. The dark wooden decor finishes and free wifi were very welcoming and our host greeted and seated us quickly.
My party of 3 ordered Calamari and Wings for appetizers and Coconut Curry Shrimp, honey glazed Salmon and torched Salmon Rolls for the main course. The Calamari was enough to share and EVERYTHING was really tasty. Meal portions were just adequate. My party was satisfied, but I wasn’t leaving without dessert! We shared the Tortuga Rum Cake with Ice cream.
A pleasant dining experience with welcoming, attentive staff and tasty food. Nothing we had was remarkable enough to plan a trip around visiting this restaurant, but I would add it to the list of options if you happen to be in Negril.
Massive kudos to our waitress who honoured my request for honey and lime to accompany my white rum in an attempt to keep my pesky cold at bay!
Edited By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)
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Suga’s Ratings for The Lodge Restaurant at Tensing Pen Hotel
Date and time of visit: Saturday, November 23, 2019 at ~5:30pm
No. of diners: 2 adults
NB. Ratings fill 5 stars maximumÂÂ
Parking: ★★★★★
Ambience: ★★★★★
Décor: ★★★★â˜â€
Comfort: ★★★★â˜â€
Service: ★★★★★
Speed: ★★★★★
Food quality: ★★★★â˜â€
Serving amount: ★★★★★
Plating: ★★★★★
Value for $: ★★★★â˜â€
Suga’s Breakdown
The Lodge Restaurant had an intimate, open air setting overlooking the Caribbean sea from the cliffside in Negril. It’s name is quite appropriate with its homey, wooden and log decor, similar to a getaway log cabin or lodge. So homey, you would meet resident Ridgebacks, Tensing and what looked like his brother. No need to worry though, once ignored, they stayed at a tolerable distance and quietly moved to the next table. The thatched roof and seaside views made you remember you weren’t anywhere cold, but enjoying island temperatures and sea breeze instead.
We caught Negril’s famous sunset and enjoyed the well mixed cocktails from the bar and the Grilled Garlic Lobster, which was the special for the night. The Chef’s grill is visible to diners and the Lobster was freshly caught, cooked and seasoned to perfection. The dish was delish!
Most of the variety of items on the menu are done to order and seafood is freshly caught, but service was still timely and the staff were quite attentive and courteous.
Cheers to visiting The Lodge Restaurant! I had a pleasant, memorable stay at Tensing Pen too. It’s #SugaEndorsed.
The Lodge Restaurant at Tensing Pen
Location: Tensing Pen Hotel. West End Road, Negril
Ph: 1-800-957-0387 or 876-957-0387
By: Gabrielle Burgess
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