Trip Report July/August 2016

[Vince]

Had Cleveland drop me off at Taste Buds which is right around this corner



This is Taste Buds Cook Shop


Like most cook shops, the daily menu changes. He only provides lunch and dinner for now. Hopefully breakfast will be added when I return.


This is the owner and cook. A real nice, positive young man. His cooking area was spotless and his food was fresh.

Positive young man, making something for himself and his pride. Clean shop and spotless area, BIG UP! Sounds like it is in his work and cooking skills! Big up yute!! Taste Buds Food Shop!!

[Vince]

Had Cleveland drop me off at Taste Buds which is right around this corner



This is Taste Buds Cook Shop


Like most cook shops, the daily menu changes. He only provides lunch and dinner for now. Hopefully breakfast will be added when I return.


This is the owner and cook. A real nice, positive young man. His cooking area was spotless and his food was fresh.

Yea, I'm going back and looking at photos of PA!! lol, when we go, I will make to this guys cook shop!!

[*vi*]

As I walked to my room, I waved to Mr. B while he was chillin with his posse at a local spot. He called me over to join them. I was super hungry but I couldn’t pass up spending a minute or two with Mr. B. Plus this was my first time checking out the bar. He patted the empty space beside him and I plopped in it. He then filled a plastic cup with rum & coke and put my name on it. I sipped and listened as they courteously shared bits of Portland wisdom and a little something person about themselves. These cats were cool…serious and although “feeling good” they were extremely respectful throughout the entire conversation.

Mr. B (far left) is a master chef. He no longer works full time, but still coordinates the cooking/menus for big events held at schools, festivals and churches. He promised to prepare his famous jerk chicken during my next reach. He said when he cooks it; he makes enough for the immediate community. I can’t wait because so many folks had raved about his skills.

I finished my drink, said good-bye and headed to the room to eat. I was soooo hungry.



I had to take a picture of this…I wished I brought it home with me.


The bar…they don’t sell food but play music on Friday & Saturday nights.


My meal from Taste Buds. 300J mmmmm that chicken was tender and tasty

[SPARKLE1010]

Still following along Vi. Luv the videos Feels like I was right there with you. Food looks good Luv your adventures.

[JitterBug]

i love to stop and chat with grown adults . . . always respectful . . . got to love that . . .
pics of food makes me want to go NOW

[takinitslow]

Location Vi? Looks like a place I should check out

[*vi*]

Still following along Vi. Luv the videos Feels like I was right there with you. Food looks good Luv your adventures.

Hey Chickie thanks for hanging in. Speaking of adventures…2017 is right away the corner, Sparkle…hint hint

i love to stop and chat with grown adults . . . always respectful . . . got to love that . . .pics of food makes me want to go NOW

JitterBug, As long as I have been traveling to Jamaica, it wasn’t until staying in Portland that I had the pleasure or opportunity to chat like that. Get this, they told me they would give me the 411 on any Portie mon who asks to be my boyfriend. LOL LOVE IT!!!

Location Vi? Looks like a place I should check out

Yes you should takinitslow. You pass this place on your way to Long Bay. It’s about 3 miles on the right after passing Boston Beach. I’ll get better pictures of the outside and a clearer landmark for you when I return. What I like most about it is the nice outdoor set up and the sound system kicks!

[JitterBug]

JitterBug, As long as I have been traveling to Jamaica, it wasn’t until staying in Portland that I had the pleasure or opportunity to chat like that. Get this, they told me they would give me the 411 on any Portie mon who asks to be my boyfriend. LOL LOVE IT!!!

those men would tell the truth!!

[*vi*]

Vince, he was very optimistic about his future. Said he used to cook for someone else then decided to find place and open his own business. He's only been up and running for two months, but already has dedicated customers. I'm one of them.

[Vince]

Vince, he was very optimistic about his future. Said he used to cook for someone else then decided to find place and open his own business. He's only been up and running for two months, but already has dedicated customers. I'm one of them.

My type of guy there! Go out on your own and prove to yourself and hustle hard for da family!