It was amazing! Dream about it until after the Devon House construction finishes though. Sorrrry, they are temporarily closed, renovating the dining and bar areas in the mean time. So until then!
Enjoy the weekend!
XoXo, 💖Suga
By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)
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Throwback to probably the best Octopus I’ve ever had, 3 Thursdays ago!
Suga had a GNO at Council Oak Steaks & Seafood, a staple of the renewed Seminole Hard Rock in Hollywood, Florida.
The menu offers prime cuts of beef, signature raw bar & delectable seafood selections, and more. I heard of their state-of-the-art wood fire grills and Josper coal ovens and was eager to try their Lamb Chops, but they were unavailable that night.
So I had the most delish Charred Octopus as a starter with Romesco sauce and roasted Marcona Almonds. Perfectly grilled. Tender, succulent, with a crispy outside and slightly smoky flavour from the wood fire grill.
I then enjoyed the Parmesan crusted Salmon, complemented by a tasty Beurre Blanc sauce with a glass of vino.
Excellent service and food, accompanied by live entertainment. Their menu has high quality options that are value for your money.
**Reservations recommended** Council Oak Steaks & Seafood is #SugaEndorsed.
Council Oak Steaks & Seafood
Location: Base of the Guitar Hotel at Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood, Florida.
1 Seminole Way
Hollywood, FL 33314
Ph: (954) 327-7625
By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle; Certified Personal Trainer & Sports Nutritionist)
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We’ve come to another stop on Randy’s Birthday Hopping Weekend, Steakhouse on the Verandah (Ig: @steakhouseontheverandah) at Devon House.
It’s been too long. Props to Chef Christian Sweeney (Ig: @chefsweeney)
and his team. Perfectly cooked Steaks, great service and ambience topped off by ‘really good’ Dessert.
I don’t think I’ve heard it, but it needs to be said. Happy Hubby, Happy Life.
Celebrate them and Celebrate Birthdays! Life is for living 💖💃🎉
By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)
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On Christmas Eve we visited the new Trio Grill Wine Bar on 64 Hope Road. You would never believe Kingston’s newest Restaurant, Lounge and Bar was the original home of Chilitos. They surely did a lot with the place, including a visible private lounge that hosted a Birthday party.
Great ambience and I loved the friendly, attentive, festive mood of the staff.
We thought based on our wait, Chef Haleem Card went to hunt and kill the Lamb, but our dishes were superb upon arrival and thankfully worth the wait.
We had tasty Calamari and Crab Cakes for starters, followed by a delish Surf and Turf with my Hubby, Randy’s Steak cooked to order, medium rare and sizeable juicy, tender Lamb Chops. #SugaSnaps Chef Card.
I’m looking forward to returning to try those signature jumbo Prawns.
Trio Grill Wine Bar
Location: 64 Hope Road. Kingston. Jamaica. W.I.
Ph: 876-616-4784; 876-872-3659
Opening Hours: Mon – Sat; 2PM – 9PM
Instagram: @triowinebar64
By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)
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A few Sundays ago, a Jamaican and his neighbours in Michigan a.k.a Stonegate Smoke fired up the ol’ smoker and put on a marinated tri-tip (triangular cut from the bottom sirloin) from Byron Centre Meats. It finished with an 800° sear!
Mouth-watering meat charred to perfection makes any face happy during quarantine.
Check out and follow @stonegatesmoke on Instagram today!
By: Gabrielle Burgess
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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.
Christopher’s serves locally sourced gourmet fare such as farm to table greens and freshly caught seafood on an ocean-view veranda.
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
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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Cellar 8 was the place Suga’s husband, Randy chose for the Valentine’s Day date!
He loved their menu, also endorsed by Suga and wanted to avoid places that felt too crowded.
Cellar 8 seemed to manage an expected heavy flow of diners for the occasion well by having two seatings for the night, 6pm and 9pm. 6pm was a bit too early for a Friday evening, so we appreciate being accommodated for 7pm.
From the looks of it, appetizer servings seemed small, but we came out on top with the Chicken Marsala Kebab served over a mixed green salad and the creamy Seafood Bisque.
Randy’s cut of Steak could have been bigger, but it was cooked to medium rare perfection and I thoroughly enjoyed my Seafood Thermidor.
Their Blackforest Cake and house made Gelato trio were a sweet ending to the evening.
With regards to cost, it was the usual high end price compared to if you chose from their regular menu, racking up a bill of about JA$20,000 for two if you ordered an additional beverage. Perhaps they could offer a Valentine’s Day special next year.
As a part of the earlier set of diners, service was managed relatively well. If there was any delay, we were made aware right away. The food was delectable and the ambience suited the occasion. Loved the brawta photo on the way out! Cellar 8, thanks for a memorable evening.
XoXo, Suga
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Suga Bears have been enjoying Terra Nova’s Steak and Seafood Poolside Buffet that they host from time to time on the last Wednesday of the month.
The event is poolside with candlelight and a wide spread of Seafood and endless Steak such as Filet Mignon, Lobster, Crayfish and more.
It’s a relaxed setting for family, friends and business partners to enjoy great food and value for money! Check it out tomorrow!
The Terra Nova All Suite HotelÂ
***Reservations Recommended***
Guests with Reservations receive Priority Seating
Location: 17 Waterloo Road. Kgn. 10.
Ph: 876-926-2211; 876-754-2114
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Suga’s Ratings for The Terrace at the Terra Nova All Suite HotelÂ
Date and time of visit: Monday, December 30, 2019 @ 8:30pm
No. of diners: 4
NB. Ratings fill 5 stars maximumÂ
Parking: ★★★★★
Ambience: ★★★★★
Décor: ★★★★★
Comfort: ★★★★☆
Service: ★★★★☆
Speed: ★★★★☆
Food quality: ★★★★★
Serving amount: ★★★★★
Plating: ★★★★☆
Value for $: ★★★★★
Suga’s Breakdown!
The Terrace continues to be one of the few dependable fine dining restaurants in Jamaica. The quality of the food remains top-notch. The service is up there too, but the waiters could loosen up a little. Though professional, they could be more pleasant and use a bit of charm.
The Terrace has a quiet setting with ambience ideal for conversation as we enjoyed our courses.
If you have visitors for business or pleasure, a special date or occasion, The Terrace at Terra Nova is #SugaEndorsed.
The Terrace at the Terra Nova All Suite HotelÂ
***Reservations Recommended***
Location: 17 Waterloo Road. Kgn. 10.
Ph: 876-926-2211; 876-926-9334
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Need to indulge in a juicy Ribeye Steak before the New Year? Chef Alex D-Great has left Steak House on the Verandah in Devon House, but not to worry, Chef Jermaine Erskine and his team of two other Chefs have taken over in fine fashion.
I was a bit worried since I was treating my husband for his Birthday dinner on December 3rd, but I had friends who had gone recently and said the standard was still high. I am in total agreement. Service was commendable, the Ribeye that we shared was cooked to order, medium rare perfection and our sautéed Escargot starter in pesto cream and a puff pastry shell was delicious as well.
The pocket may have to run a bit deep for your visit, but you get value for your money. #SugaEndorsed
Steak House on the Verandah
***Reservations Recommended***
Location: Devon House
Ph: 876-616-8833
Facebook: @steakhouseja
Instagram: @thesteakhouseja
Opening Hours:
Mon. to Sat. @ 12 noon – 9:30 pm
***Closed on Sundays***Â
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