Written by Kareem LaTouche
In the heart of Negril’s famous seven-mile beach, lies an exclusive dining experience that merges Jamaican culture and cuisine. Miss Lily’s is the resident restaurant at the Skylark hotel, which has been in operation since the mid 2010s. The overall theme of the restaurant is entrenched in dub and roots reggae from the 70’s.
Starting with a mural of a vintage-themed dancehall poster at the entrance, which stands parallel to a wall, that is overlaid with the cross section of a sound box, with the name Miss Lily’s on it.
Quick Facts
Appetiser – Deep fried Calamari Salad.
Entrée – Smokehouse Platter, which is a mixture of jerk chicken, jerk pork sausage and their signature pork spare ribs which is served with rice and peas, festival and sweet potato.
Drink – Galtigo Bay, is a Mojito with a special twist.
Dessert – Coconut Rum cake, served with caramelised pineapple and cream cheese frosting.
Breakfast –
Muesli, fruit and yogurt Bowl.
Must know – The serving size of the appetisers are very generous and can be shared for two persons. Keep in mind that every entrée will take up to half an hour to prepare.
Contact – Skylark Negril Beach Resort, Norman Manley Blvd, +1 (876) 957-4364, info@skylarknegril.com
The interior section is partially opened to allow guests to see the white sand and the 7-Mile Beach. It’s painted in lively colours, that reflect the vibrant nightlife of Jamaica, and the ceiling is plastered with images of people dancing and liming. Additionally, the walls were retrofitted with the album covers of transcendent reggae producers such as Winton Riley and Sugar Minott.
There is also a deck area for persons who want to have a better view of the beach, while sitting under a line of incandescent-styled light bulbs.
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At the restaurant, everything is freshly prepared and an emphasis is placed on consistency with every meal, which does lend to a waiting time. Fortunately it’s outfitted with a staff complement of over six workers, who actively roam the area to ensure each guest is catered to.
Miss Lily, a fictitious character, who represents the traditional Jamaican female, as a kitchen connoisseur, can also be found on the international market. The restaurant has branches in both Dubai and New York, where it serves authentic Jamaican dishes.
How long does it take to get to Miss Lily’s, from these central points:
Kingston (Norman Manley International Airport): 3 hours 57 minutes
Montego Bay (Sangsters International Airport): 1 hour 27 minutes
Ocho Rios: 2 hours 58 minutes
Negril: 8 minutes
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Useful Information about Jamaica
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What is the weather like in Jamaica
The climate in Jamaica is very warm, with an annual average of 32 degrees/ 89.6°F. It is usually warm to hot all year round.
What is the time zone in Jamaica
Eastern Standard Time (GMT-5)
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Every visitor is required to fill out a C5 form before entering Jamaica
