To eat is a necessity, but to eat intelligently is an art
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Jess and I were invited by the founder and content creator of Firstview Excursions to experience the beauty of Twin Rivers Getaway in Gayle, St. Mary. The day was all about relaxing, socializing, meeting new people, creating content, and exploring a stunning new location with other content creators. Let me take you on a journey of how we spent this unforgettable day.
We took an old path to St. Mary, and for a moment, it felt like we were lost, with no one else in sight. But eventually, we saw a sign pointing us in the direction of our destination. We stopped at a picturesque papaya farm, taking a few photos, before continuing our journey.
As we drove further, we noticed a little dog resting under a big tree, enjoying the shade. It was the perfect little moment, and it felt like a sign that we were on the right track.
Finally, we reached our destination—the beautiful Twin Rivers Getaway. The moment we stepped onto the property, I felt the excitement in the air. It was a peaceful, serene place, surrounded by nature.
After a warm welcome, I explored the property with Jess in tow. We needed to find spots to give us the perfect backdrop for photos and videos.
I was in photographer mode, already envisioning the amazing shots we could capture.
There was even a bar on-site, adding a cozy touch to the entire experience.
As other content creators arrived, we greeted each other and made our way to the cabanas. We spent some time relaxing, chatting, and getting to know each other—people we had previously only interacted with on social media.
I could have easily spent the whole day in the cabana.
But Jess and I had content to create, so we made our way to a swing hanging from a tree, towering over the river below.
Once we reached the swing, Jess quickly got into model mode, we immediately began snapping shots.
Not going to lie, Jess was in her hot girl era, serving looks and making sure every photo was perfect. We took countless photos as she worked her magic.
I was next, and I couldn’t stop smiling as I posed on the swing.
I felt like a princess of the river, surrounded by greenery and the peaceful flow of the water.
The lighting was perfect, and I made sure to capture every angle.
From the clean river water flowing downstream to the lush foliage surrounding us, every corner was picturesque.
I couldn’t have asked for a better spot for our photo session.
The swing was perfect for photos.
I was smiling from ear to ear as I posed on the swing. Every angle seemed perfect, and I couldn’t stop grinning.
The photos turned out amazing.
I was so thrilled that this would definitely be part of my top ten beautiful blog posts.
I was also living my best "hot girl era," moment striking pose after pose, capturing the beauty around me.
As I sat on that swing, smiling at the beauty around me, feeling completely in my element—this was exactly where I wanted to be.
This place is definitely a must-visit, and the swing should not be missed! While we were wrapping up our photoshoot, I knew it was time to move on to lunch, but I just couldn’t resist snapping a few more shots.
My swimwear complemented the natural surroundings, and we took full advantage of every angle, making sure we got the most picturesque shots.
The swing was the highlight of the day—a fantastic idea by the management that every visitor will fall in love with.
After a million photos, it was time to say goodbye to the swing and head towards the cooking area.
Some of the other content creators were playing football.
Others were on the trampoline, enjoying the day.
But Jess and I had a cooking session to run.
We moved to a scenic spot by the river to prepare lunch, and I knew this would be another great moment to capture. We set up our cooking station with a pot, stove, and fresh ingredients.
The dish of the day was curry chickpeas spinach wrapped with fried plantains—simple but packed with flavor.
We started by prepping fresh seasonings: red, green, and yellow bell peppers, purple and green onions, carrots, ginger, and thyme.
Once the pot was heated, we added olive oil and all the seasonings, cooking up a beautiful, aromatic mix while overlooking the river.
This was truly my dream moment—temporary for now, but I knew it was a vision I would make permanent.
While I sautéed the fresh seasonings, filling the air with mouthwatering aromas.
I couldn’t help but admire how beautiful it all looked.
I poured in a little water from my cute kettle.
I added the chickpeas—my favorite ingredient.
After adding my spices (curry powder, cayenne pepper, turmeric, and other spices), the mixture looked and smelled so good.
I couldn't resist taking a few photos of the cooking process.
While I was on curry chickpea duty, Jess was handling the veggies and salad, which included lettuce, cucumber, carrots, and beets.
She carefully shaped the lettuce, cucumber, carrots, and beets, making sure everything blended beautifully.
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Of course, we couldn’t forget about the fried plantains.
Plantains are one of my favorites.
I peeled and sliced them.
Then fried them until golden and crispy. No meal is complete without plantains! ! The sweetness of the plantains was the perfect complement to the spicy curry chickpeas.
I also brewed some turmeric and ginger tea—my go-to for its amazing health benefits.
It was the perfect addition to our meal.
The curry chickpeas were ready.
She wrapped the curry chickpeas in spinach wraps.
Then added the fried plantains and fresh veggies and folded it all up.
Jess’s presentation was flawless.
We plated it all beautifully, with with fried plantains, mixed veggies, and tomato and cucumber on the side.
It was a masterpiece—and yes, we took more photos!
After we filmed a quick taste review, we moved to a cozy fireplace by the river to enjoy our meal and rest for a bit.
The food was spicy and delicious, and I have to say, this was one of the most beautiful dishes we’ve ever prepared.
Jess and I both agreed that we were officially Jamaica's top chefs. The colors and flavors were just perfect,
After lunch, Jess went kayaking while I took in the beauty around me, savoring the memories of the day.
As the sun began to set, we gathered for a group photo, reflecting on the amazing time we’d had at Twin Rivers Getaway. A big thank you to Firstview Excursions for bringing all the creative minds together in one place. A shout-out to the other content creators as well, including @simplylocal.life
downdiroadja, @just_in_ja, @adventure.guy_cjb, @whyteknight96 , @stevenlowe01 , @kareemkgraham , @scscottycuss , @prettany_thegreat.
Twin Rivers Getaway is a hidden gem that I’ll be returning to. If you haven’t been, I highly recommend visiting. The swing, the river, the peaceful atmosphere—it’s a place you’ll fall in love with. I know I did.
Have you ever been to Twin Rivers Getaway? If so, I’d love to hear about your experience! If not, would you consider visiting this hidden gem? Let me know in the comments below! Thanks for following along on this adventure.
Until next time, keep exploring, creating, and living your best life! 🌿
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