Enjoying some cold Red Stripe are (from left) Carib Cement's Tony Haynes; Winsome Haynes of Norton Telecommunications; Commerce, Science and Technology Minister Phillip Paulwell; Red Stripe's Carlo Redwood and Ainsley Henriques. They were at the launch of the 'Port Royal Seafood Festival', held at Morgan's Harbour Hotel, Port Royal, on Wednesday, September 21.
I'M REALLY glad I'm not seafood because on October 16, more than likely I would end up on somebody's plate.
The fifth Port Royal Seafood Festival was launched last Wednesday at the luxurious Morgan's Harbour Hotel. On arrival, the pirate theme was well represented. Eye patches and
hats galore. Ambassador Marjorie Taylor looked quite resplendent in her black hat with white
quill sticking out.
With Red Stripe as a major sponsor, there was plenty of it to go around. Another major sponsor, Norton Telecoms (Digicel subsidiary, wouldn't you guess) had some gadgets out as well. The fish nets strung around the venue also added a nice
seaman touch. Residents of Port Royal and
corporate VIPs were out to sip fish tea and
take in the ambience.
POTENTIAL
This year's festival has the potential to be the best ever. The pirate theme and, more importantly, the rich history of Port Royal, will be emphasised. So patrons will get lovely history lessons and the children can take notes. Yeah, right, we're coming for the food, and with 40 booths to choose from, you must find something that suits your taste; whether you're from Jamrock or Jakarta. Toss in cultural performances, a kiddies village, Supreme Ventures games et al and it's anchors away, mates!
TRAFFIC
The traffic to get into Port Royal (the only time there's traffic out these parts), has always been a concern; some patrons having to walk some of the way. But with shuttle service and parking at the Airports Authority grounds, that shouldn't be a problem.
Then, to add a final 'spark' to the event, there will be fireworks. Not the few clappers you hide from the cops. No, this is the real thing to illuminate what by that time (circa 8 p.m.) would be the night sky.
Oh, and the news gets worse for edible marine life. Organisers are hoping to make the festival a weekend of events, not just one day. Like I said, I'm glad I'm not seafood.
