Tasty, High QualiTEAS from Mimimo Bakery (Ig:@ mimimo_ja) located in Progressive Shopping Center, Barbican serving you Boba, Milk, Thai Teas and more.
Of course, my fave is the Matcha Milk Tea with Boba.
You can add your own toppings + add one of their yummy Desserts that move fast! I really wanted to try the Matcha Swiss Roll, but didn’t mind settling for the Mocha Cream Cheese Cake that was delish too.
What is Bubble Tea or BOBA anyway?! Tapioca starch a.k.a cassava starch or tapioca pearls. Small spheres are often simmered in a brown sugar syrup to give them a sweet taste and dark black color.
Still waiting on Mimimo to get Almond or Oat Milk and it would be awesome for them to get the VisuEats App to see what all these Teas look like! Go check them out.
By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)
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Gabby Burgess of Suga Lifestyle at the Visueats Launch at AC Hotel on Friday, March 3, 2023.
Which Restaurant would you like to see with a proper Digital Picture menu?
I would like to see a few of my faves, Koi Sushi (Ig: @koisushija), Orchid Thai Restaurant (Ig: @orchidthaijamaica) and Nirvanna Global (Ig: @nirvannaglobalja) with one.
Waiting it out a little, but does the new Buzo Jamaica(Ig: @buzo.jamaica) have one?
Visueats is revolutionising the dining experience led by two phenomenal women in tech, Sophronia McKenzie and Tanesha Westcarr.
With Instagram, TikTok and more, we’ve been eating with our eyes. By seeing the dishes before they come out of the kitchen, Visueats allows us to choose what we want to eat without spying on plates passing by. Appetise with your eyes from the Menu first!
You could also get a headstart from home with the Visueats app. I encourage Restaurants to get with it and sign up!
Follow Visueats and check out their Link Tree here:
By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)
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Gabby Burgess a.k.a Suga of Suga Lifestyle with the New Elderflower Martini and Melon Surprise from Regency Bar and Lounge, Terra Nova All-Suite Hotel at their New Menu Launch last Tuesday.
A Renewed Regency Bar and Lounge (Ig: @regencybarandlounge)? YES Please! I’d love to see all the ladies return to Regency in 3s and 4s in their LBDs and the Gentlemen dressing their best.
Endless Cocktails have returned Every Friday 5pm – 10pm and the NEW NEW Menu is FIRE.
Check out highlights from Regency Bar and Lounge’s New Menu Launch here:
Crowd fave Cocktails at the New Menu Launch last Tuesday were the Elderflower Martini and Melon Surprise pictured with me on this cover.
If Rum Cream is your thing, feel free to get Drunk In Love, but it’s Bittersweet for Campari lovers. White Rum? Is it a Martini? No, it’s an uncoventional Rum Fire based Classic Daiquiri. That will do it. I liked it! The white rum was not overpowering at all. There are more to come today too!
Oh and fret not, with Endless Cocktails you are encouraged to Drink Responsibly. The New Menu items with tasty Apps and Dinner dishes made with love will soak it all up.
Lobster Bruschettas
Best Broccoli I’ve ever had due to a tasty vinaigrette and a crispy cashew crunch. The Surf & Turf and Chicken Sliders and both the Lobster and Chicken Bruschettas were highlights for me, bringing the right amount of spice. Those slider buns were soft and fresh and the meat was tender and well seasoned. #SugaSnaps
The Shrimp Penne can’t lose with the Pasta lovers and of course, their Signature Lobster Mac-n-Cheese is back to call your name with a little more love. So creamy!
Lobster Mac-n-Cheese
Curry Goat Rice Balls ?! Different, but Delish.and the Chocolate Mousse Cake was definitely worth the calories.
Chocolate Mousse Cake
Go check out Regency Bar and Lounge & have a Great Weekend! Cheers! ***Making a Reservation is advised*** #SugaEndorsed
By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)
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When the Mallah Chicken run yuh nose, but taste good too!
Check out Sky Garden Restaurant Lounge Bar (Ig: @sky_garden_restaurant) on the hip strip in Negril.
It has a bar and lounge too with great service and pumping music. It lights up at night! #SugaEndorsed
By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)
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Randy and Gabby Burgess of Suga Lifestyle at EITS Cafe in Irish Town, Kingston Easter 2018.
When last have you gone on the Blue Mountain Culinary Trail?
It is always great to just even breathe in fresh air!
Tasty, farm to table food and mountain views from EITS Cafe (Ig: @17milepost) in Irish Town, Kingston, Jamaica.
#SugaEndorsed
By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)
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Loving this for Jamaica, Our Women & Our Culture. FOLLOW @visueats !
Past Wolmers Girls, Tanesha Westcarr and Sophronia McKenzie left Jamaica and garnered skills in the UK and Florida respectively. Planting a seed from 2019, they are now ready to invest both their skills and talents in Jamaica.
They are revolutionising the dining experience as Women in a male dominated tech industry with Visueats!
With Instagram, TikTok and more, we have been eating with our eyes. I meaaan you’re not always going to luck out to see a plate that passes you for a preview of what to order or what you already ordered. Get started from home with the app or when you reach the Restaurant and appetise with your eyes from the Menu first! Wow. #SugaSnaps
Follow Visueats on Instagram @visueats I’m loving this! Who run the world? Girls Girls. XoXo, Suga
By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)
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Sip THE Best Jamaican Blue Mountain Coffee Beyond Compare, JABLUM Coffee at ROK Hotel Kingston’s Market & Café. It’s JABLUM’s 100th Anniversary this year!
It’s also time to File your taxes Business Owners! Fun Times
A few tips: • Ensure the correct form is on your Profile to fill out • Check the list of Expenses required if you have not yet done your Financial sheet or need to amend to make it easier • Take breaks, but remember to Save your Drafts! • Let Excel be your Best Friend • If you are stuck, call a Friend, an Accountant/Hire one before you press Submit
Have a Productive Week!
XoXo, Suga
By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)
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Diane and Brandt Williams with Randy and Gabby Burgess dining on the Beach at the Award-Winning Delmare Restaurant at Half Moon Resort, Montego Bay, Jamaica.
Yes you read right. In the beginning of January, I Restaurant hopped from from what I thought was the best, Sugar Mill, to its neighbour, the Award-winning Delmare Seafood Restaurant with Italian influences at Half Moon, Montego Bay overlooking the white sand beach. However, as you can see, you can dine on the Beach too.
A relatively New and Modern Menu influenced by what came in with the tides and what was freshly cut from a farm nearby.
Jamaican Luxury Hotel Dining seen to perfection with knowlegeable staff that had genuine charm and hospitality.
To start, I could not get the Signature Elderflower Spritz, but the Da Luca Prosecco sufficed. They had quite the variety for Wines.
The Polipo (Grilled Octopus Dish) is definitely up there with other fine dishes of Octopus I have enjoyed.
Polipo (Grilled Octopus Dish)
The Gentlemen left nothing untouched with their Mixed Grill of the Chef’s Daily selection of Seafood, the Local Snapper was cooked to perfection complimented by a sauce that was just divine.
Mixed Grill: Chef’s Daily selection of SeafoodLocal Snapper dish
I had half a serving of the Squid Ink Spaghetti, White Wine, Clams, Mussels, Shrimp, Snapper and fresh Tomatoes. I almost regretted opting for the Half serving, but that thought never lingered once my Tiramisu hit the table and I had enough space to finish it all. Every spoonful was Classic and Authentic. Just Wow.
Squid Ink Spaghetti, White Wine, Clams, Mussels, Shrimp, Snapper and fresh TomatoesClassic Tiramisu
Other delightful Desserts enjoyed were a complimentary platter with Macarons, Dark Chocolate, Biscotti & more, a Curated no sugar, no Dairy Dessert, Gelato & Sorbet and a delish, flavourful serving of Moncello & White Chocolate Cheesecake. #SugaSnaps
Complimentary platter with Macarons, Dark Chocolate, Biscotti & moreCurated no sugar, no Dairy DessertGelato & SorbetMoncello & White Chocolate Cheesecake
When you see Art on a Plate, then enjoy it with sweet symphony, that’s Dining perfection.
Remember folks, you do not have to stay at Half Moon to dine at Half Moon. The Delmare Restaurant is open to the public. Go ahead and make your reservation for currently, the Best Dining Experience in Jamaica and if you have one, go with your local ID for the Local discount. #SugaEndorsed
Happy Sunday!
Delmare Restaurant
Location: Half Moon Resort. Rose Hall, Montego Bay, Jamaica
Ph: 876.953.2211
By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)
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Diane and Brandt Williams with Randy and Gabby Burgess dining on the Beach at the Award-Winning Delmare Restaurant at Half Moon Resort, Montego Bay, Jamaica.
Yes you read right. In the beginning of January, I Restaurant hopped from from what I thought was the best, Sugar Mill, to its neighbour, the Award-winning Delmare Seafood Restaurant with Italian influences at Half Moon, Montego Bay overlooking the white sand beach. However, as you can see, you can dine on the Beach too.
A relatively New and Modern Menu influenced by what came in with the tides and what was freshly cut from a farm nearby.
Jamaican Luxury Hotel Dining seen to perfection with knowlegeable staff that had genuine charm and hospitality.
To start, I could not get the Signature Elderflower Spritz, but the Da Luca Prosecco sufficed. They had quite the variety for Wines.
The Polipo (Grilled Octopus Dish) is definitely up there with other fine dishes of Octopus I have enjoyed.
Polipo (Grilled Octopus Dish)
The Gentlemen left nothing untouched with their Mixed Grill of the Chef’s Daily selection of Seafood, the Local Snapper was cooked to perfection complimented by a sauce that was just divine.
Mixed Grill: Chef’s Daily selection of SeafoodLocal Snapper dish
I had half a serving of the Squid Ink Spaghetti, White Wine, Clams, Mussels, Shrimp, Snapper and fresh Tomatoes. I almost regretted opting for the Half serving, but that thought never lingered once my Tiramisu hit the table and I had enough space to finish it all. Every spoonful was Classic and Authentic. Just Wow.
Squid Ink Spaghetti, White Wine, Clams, Mussels, Shrimp, Snapper and fresh TomatoesClassic Tiramisu
Other delightful Desserts enjoyed were a complimentary platter with Macarons, Dark Chocolate, Biscotti & more, a Curated no sugar, no Dairy Dessert, Gelato & Sorbet and a delish, flavourful serving of Moncello & White Chocolate Cheesecake. #SugaSnaps
Complimentary platter with Macarons, Dark Chocolate, Biscotti & moreCurated no sugar, no Dairy DessertGelato & SorbetMoncello & White Chocolate Cheesecake
When you see Art on a Plate, then enjoy it with sweet symphony, that’s Dining perfection.
Remember folks, you do not have to stay at Half Moon to dine at Half Moon. The Delmare Restaurant is open to the public. Go ahead and make your reservation for currently, the Best Dining Experience in Jamaica and if you have one, go with your local ID for the Local discount. #SugaEndorsed
Happy Sunday!
Delmare Restaurant
Location: Half Moon Resort. Rose Hall, Montego Bay, Jamaica
Ph: 876.953.2211
By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)
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It was a great way to kick off the New Year, fine dining at Le Vendôme Restaurant (Ig: @levendomenegril) at Charela Inn (Ig:@charelainn), one of the Caribbean’s Best kept French secrets on the 7-mile Negil strip.
Watch “Suga’s Sunday Dinner Special from Le Vendôme Restaurant, Negril !” on YouTube here:
I enjoyed my Birthday stay there last year and admired the old love story of how Charela Inn came about after seeing a tribute to late co-owner, Sophie Grizzle in the lobby.
Le Vendôme Restaurant at Charela Inn is a Family owned, community operated, farm to table Restaurant and Hotel owned by the Grizzles.
Jamaican, Daniel Grizzle met Sophie at a nightclub in Birmingham and after running into her a second time, he knew she was the one and they eventually got married.
Hearing his father was ill after securing a job in Africa, he took Sophie to Jamaica, stopping in Negril, where she also fell in love with Jamaica. In addition to their farm, they acquired Charela Inn in 1980.
As correctly quoted by Sophie, ‘Charela Inn is nestled by the seashore where you can quietly dine al fresco to the calming sounds of Negril’s seven-mile beach’s bluest waves’. However, they now have live jazz music from time to time that diners enjoy. I would love to return for one of those nights.
I appreciated that their staff made us feel that they were so happy to have us there, even on a busy night. Mr. Grizzle was there himself, dining with his daughters and even came over to ensure everything was fine with our wine order. He seemed to be keeping a close eye on his New staff, which is crucial in any business. An owner’s presence is usually the key to continued success, especially in Jamaica. #SugaSnaps
Our starters were the Soup of the day and their savory Escargot.
We followed up with their Duck cooked to tender perfection and their delish Seafood Pasta cooked in a light house sauce.
We didn’t have dessert, but Le Vendôme Restaurant with adequate, secure parking on the 7-mile Negril strip is #SugaEndorsed and it should be one of our regular stops moving forward whenever in Negril.
Happy Sunday!
By: Gabrielle Burgess (Founder/Owner, Suga Lifestyle)
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