A sweet salty breeze, a cloudless night, and dinner served as the scorching hot day turned into a warm balmy night. Just when I thought my first dinner in Ocho Rios couldn’t get any better, it did. We sat under the stars and were served in style, out came some authentic Jamaican cuisine that was fit for a King. I was indulging in some mouth watering, crave inducing, jerk chicken at the brand new Jerk Shack at Sandals Ochi, and it’s an experience I won’t soon forget.
*photo credit Sandals Resorts
The jerked specialities served up at The Jerk Shack for lunch and dinner included pork, chicken, sausage, and roasted fish. These creations were accompanied by family style servings of festival (best described as a delish fried dumpling), sliced bread, roasted breadfruit and piles of perfectly cooked sweet potato. I tried the chicken with all the fixings. Thank goodness for every single one of these accompaniments, not only were they delicious, but they helped to cool your mouth between the hot hot hot bites of jerk chicken. Chicken that’s so good you keep eating long past the point of what’s good for you, chicken that you will write home to Mom about. You must make yourself stop eating this delicacy at some point, not because your mouth and lips beg you to, but because dessert is on the way. Share worthy bites of cornmeal pudding, gizzadas and my favourite of them all coconut drops. The Jerk Shack is a fabulous addition to Sandals Ochi, and a must visit!
Once you are fully satisfied, a quiet walk around the resort might help get you ready to heat it up in a different way; by plotting your entry into the hottest nightclub on the island. The brand new Rabbit Hole. This modern day speakeasy is a chance to take a voyage back in time to the 1920’s, the era of the speakeasy and moonshine. This club; it’s not to be missed.
Your first order of business, to find the unmarked door on the property that will lead you to the Rabbit Hole. A small unassuming door covered with leafy greens. The bouncer standing outside might provide you with a clue that you have found the right spot. Now that you’ve found the mysterious round door, you’re only half way done. Do you know the password? You will need that coveted password to gain entry to the ultra cool, super chic Rabbit Club at Sandals Ochi in Jamaica.
Insider tip: When you’re lounging around the pool during the day, or having a coffee mid afternoon, pull just about any staff member aside and ask them for the secret password to the Rabbit Hole. They will whisper it to you, and let you in on the game. Be aware, this password changes every day to keep you on your toes!
Photo credit: Sandals Resorts
Walking through that little door is like walking back in time. Bartenders sport suspenders and bowl hats, servers wear little fringe dresses. Jazz music floats through the air as you try and decide if you want to order a classic martini or perhaps some moonshine? Then it’s time to kick back and enjoy the amazing talent that is Phylea Carley. With her red dress and lips to match she belts out hit after hit; Big Spender, Smooth Operator, Fever and At Last are among the seemingly unlimited number of classics in her back pocket. She wows the crowd with the power of her voice and ability to hold their rapt attention with nothing but the strength of her vocal cords and a microphone. If you do nothing else while at Sandals Ochi, make sure you see and hear this incredible artist perform.
Taking a disco and renovating it into this Jazz Club was a stroke of genius. An incredible way to spend an evening with the one you love, or a group of new found friends.
The two newest additions to the renovated Sandals Ochi are exciting and engaging. Guests will be talking for years to come about the time they had one of the most unique meals ever at the Jerk Shack, and the night they took a trip down the rabbit hole. First class food, entertainment and service; Sandals Resorts does it again with Sandals Ochi.
Elizabeth Matthiesen says
This sounds like a marvellous place to go for a holiday, love the rabbit hole and secret password that’s fun 🙂
Victoria Ess says
What a cool lounge, and a beautiful resort! Thanks fort he review!
kristen visser says
The Rabbit hole is so cool!!! what a beautiful place. I will put it on the must travel to list 🙂
Mark Shannon says
Oh my – you had me at jerk chicken!
Donna Wilson says
Looks like a great time!
Rhonda Miller says
I have heard a lot of great things about this resort.. Would love to get to visit one day with my husband and family 🙂
Stephanie says
This resort would be perfect for a few couples travelling together, perfect!
Kirsten G. says
Looks like a beautiful place to visit. Thanks for sharing.
Stephanie says
You’re welcome, thanks for following along!
masood anjum says
WOW,AMAZING
Stephanie says
You are exactly right!
Cheryl Labiris says
AMAZING pics!!! Looks like a blast!
Stephanie says
Thanks Cheryl, it really is a great place to visit 🙂
KC says
Looks fun!
Stephanie says
It’s a great place for a lot of relaxation and a little adventure!
Melinda P says
I love this adventure!
Stephanie says
Thanks for following along Melinda!
Kevin says
Really cool! Every little detail looks like it’s from a different time! 🙂
Stephanie says
They didn’t miss a single detail. Truly amazing!
Peady @ Tempered with Kindness says
What an amazing adventure! Surviving? Nope. You are definitely thriving!
Sandals Ochi looks and sounds amazing!
Stephanie says
LOL you got me there. Work hard, play hard. 🙂
Lynda Cook says
Love the rabbit hole’s door, very unique and different!!
Stephanie says
The door! Isn’t spectacular?
Rosie says
You have so much fun at such great places – good eats, beach and dancin’ the night away – wow!
Stephanie says
There is no denying it, I do love my job 🙂