Tuesday, May 29, 2018

VINCENTIAN ALLONA JACKSON LAUNCHES CULINARY BUSINESS IN NEW YORK!

Entrepreneurship officially welcomed Chef Allona Jackson to its community On Sunday 27th May, 2018 when she launched her CULINARY COMPANY in New York under the theme "THE TASTE."

Having obtained training at one of the top culinary institutions in the United States Of America, Ms Jackson is a professional who 'showed up and showed out' at her event with her impressive showcase of a wide variety of exotic flavours, leaving quite an indelible impression on the persons who have attended

The event was held at Remsen Hall, Brooklyn, New York from 4:00PM to 9:00PM. It was well attended 50%  of whom were Vincentians. It is commendable to see that her own nationals went out in droves to show their solidarity  to one of their very own in this great milestone of her life. Persons from some of the other Caribbean islands such as Guyana, Trinidad and Tobago and  Jamaica also offered their support. Americans were also present.

The platform was opened with prayer indicative of the fact that Ms Jackson recognized the need to put Jehovah God first where her business is concerned. The event was officiated by well known Vincentian Junior "Soca" Jones who, in his capacity as Master Of Ceremony (MC), did a remarkable job to entertain the audience. Consul General of SVG to the USA Mr. Prince was in attendance. 
CHEF ALLONA STANDING BESIDE HER COMPANY'S LOGO WITH PRIDE!
HISTORICAL BACKGROUND OF ALLONA'S CULINARY PASSION
In 2012 Allona took her first step on her journey to owning her food service business when she launched "VINCILLONA'S WEEKEND EATS AND CATERINGS." With the support of her family, friends, and persons within the Vincentian community in Brooklyn, NY, this venture was a wonderful and successful business for her. These early successes coupled with the joy she felt preparing the food she loves to cook and person's enjoyment of her delicacies served as the impetus  behind the her successful launch of her new company "LLONI" and reaffirming her conviction that she was born to cook.

A progressive individual, Allona went back to school to expand her culinary knowledge and skills. She purposed in her heart that she was going to hone the skills she's already possess, to learn the techniques of a professional chef, and expand her repertoire by including even a wider range of cuisines so she can better serve her fast growing clientele.

These new culinary skills which she has acquired were showcased at her event on Sunday.

SOME OF THE DISHES ON DISPLAY
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A SECTION OF SOME OF THE GUESTS
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ALLONA (LEFT)
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I have known Allona for a very long time now and I must say that she is a remarkable human being. She always supports me with my own entrepreneurial ventures and I am so PROUD OF MY FELLOW VINCENTIAN for having taken this courageous step to carve out her own niche in this world. cuhcreations.blogspot.ca extends CONGRATULATIONS to Allona and her family and wishes her God's blessings and success in her business and future endeavours.
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Wednesday, May 2, 2018

AMERICAN AIRLINES TO COMMENCE FLIGHTS TO ST. VINCENT AND THE GRENADINES!



American Airlines will begin year round service from MIA- SVD effective Dec 22nd
The flight will initially operate once per week on Saturdays. The equipment to be used on this route will be an A319 aircraft.
This version of the American Airlines Airbus A319 aircraft seats 128 passengers and is primarily used on Domestic routes. This next-generation aircraft features a First Class cabin outfitted with 8 recliner seats in a 2-2 configuration. In the Main Cabin, the seats are arranged in a 3-3 configuration. The option to enjoy more legroom is available with 24 Main Cabin Extra seats and the aircraft also offers 96 standard Economy Class-style seats. Inflight entertainment is provided through a seat back inflight entertainment monitor or your personal portable devices, depending on which A319 you are on.
(CREDIT: JEM JOEL HIGGINS FACEBOOK POST)

Hurrah to the Government and people of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. I have to say this is by far the best news I have heard about my island since the year has started. I am so happy that persons who domicile within the Vincentian diaspora can finally wave good-bye to Grantley Adams International Airport, Barbados and fly directly to their island without having to fret about their delayed or lost luggage. Ah bwoy LIAT I will see less post on Facebook from angry passengers whom you have rubbed the wrong way due to poor services that you have provided them.

Wait ah minute let me not get too excited about AMERICAN AIRLINES flying to meh lil island so fast yet eh. I actually have a bitter-sweet relationship with this airline eh. Wait nah, it was only 2 months ago on March 18 that I booked a flight with this airline to fly from meh home city Montreal to Carolina to board the Carnival Fascination cruise ship and to my dismay my trip was ruined before I even stepped my feet on this aircraft. The aircraft reportedly had "mechanical problems" and left me stranded in Montreal.

Well I had to throw this experience into this good news because I almost got carried away by meh excitement that I almost forgot how this airline almost messed up my first cruise to the Caribbean.

Ah aint no hater of American Airline and I am not raining pon Vincy parade since we are far away from the rainy season. I am hopeful that I will be the only Vincentian who have had this unpleasant experience with American Airlines. Enough of my tongue lashing and time for some real benefits that are to be derived from this new development. Should I? Nah I will wait for the numerous Facebook commentators to talk the things them in my newsfeed and will return with the details for you.

Well I have not blogged in months so I am just dropping in to celebrate this milestone with the lovely people of my island.

Love always,
Clairon

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