Fete with love, 4 bands at QRC

“Lovin’ Carnival” is the theme of the fund-raising event which is being produced by QRC Old Boys Association (OBA), the QRC PTA and the Management Team of the college.

The fete committee is once again going all out to deliver a wider array of delectable food, premium drinks and fantastic music all delivered in an ambience accented by love.

Leading off the big band entertainment will be KI the Band (Fire), Destra Garcia and Bakanal, Kes the Band and Roy Cape All Stars featuring Blaxx, Ricardo Drue and Tizzy. MX Prime and The Ultimate Rejects will make a special guest appearance and DJ Alicia D’ Duchess will also be on hand to pump up the vibes.

All the proceeds from the fete will go directly to the college to assist in the Science Block Restoration project.

“Fete Royale” is noted for its excellent variety of food and patrons are sure to love the high quality fare comprising Thai, Arabic, Chinese – (Hakka version), roti, Mexican, fish and chips, goat-stuffed dumplings, turkey wraps, shrimp foo foo (only at QRC), shrimp cocktail with avocado, jerk pork, ribs; fish chowder.

Vegetarian meals as well as the usual choices will also be available.

The menus will be prepared by some of the popular food providers including Tandoori hut (Rasam), Rib House, Barrow’s Catering, Garden Kitchen, Passage to Asia, Food Starrs and Atlantic Caterers, among others. The bar options will include premium drinks throughout the night, beer, rum cocktails, premium scotch, vodka, Prosecco, a variety wines, a tequila bar and shots. And, of course, there will be a sober zone courtesy Blue Waters and Nestl? to ensure patrons are well-hydrated before leaving the event.

Accent will not only be on food, first class music and premium drinks but even more love will be thrown into the mix via the decor which will reflect the “Lovin’ Carnival” theme. The fete committee is getting a head start on Valentine’s Day and will accentuate the theme so that patrons can “feel the love”.

And, if after all that loving there’s still feel the need for some pampering, a visit to the the Gentleman’s and Ladies Quarters should take care of that. The committee has themed up with Havana Hut so patrons can sit, relax and sip the finest whiskeys by Chivas Regal, Glenlivet Single Malt, Jameson and Royal Salute while enjoying a good Cuban cigar. In addition, there will be a professional barber to maintain that crisp, sharp, handsome look, throughout the night.

For the women, the Ladies lounge will be filled with a full bubbly bar serving Casine Prosseco and wines in a relaxed lounge, with lit mirrors, refreshing wipes, and hair styling compliments John Freida and in keeping with the love theme, Grab and Go pastries will also be served. Secured parking will be available at Tatil’s car park as well as around the venue. Patrons are advised to park responsibly to avoid getting wrecked. Security officers with dogs will patrol the streets around the venue.

There are also door prizes to be won including two return tickets to Miami courtesy Caribbean Airlines, a TSTT- Huawei P9 Mobile handset and grocery vouchers valued at $800.

Tickets are $850 each and are available from the college’s office - 622-1671; Detour Stores, West Mall, Grand Bazaar, Trincity Mall, Arima, Price Plaza- Chaguanas and Gulf City, La Romaine; Champs Fleurs Auto Service, Rumours Sports Bar, San Fernando and committee members: 472-4204, 795-0050, 387-2411.

The event has the support of Carib Brewery, Angostura, Blue Waters, NLCB, Caribbean Airlines, Hott 93.5, TSTT, I 95.5 and the major sponsor, Massy Distribution.