BIGGER AND BETTER ICE-CREAM SHOP FOR DEVON HOUSE
As part of efforts to advance Jamaica’ s tourism sector and enhance the visitor experience, on Monday July 24, 2017 the new Devon House I-Scream shop was officially opened. The new building which is located on the north lawns of the historic site, was created, not only to improve the experience for both visitors and locals alike but also address complaints of wait time. The building which will replace the courtyard location and other Kiosks on the property was funded by TEF at a cost of 28 million dollars and its construction managed by TPDCo. Minister Bartlett in his address stated that there will be more to expect regarding plans to upgrade the popular historic site. He added that there are plans to build out the Caribbean experience with culinary tourism at Devon House, by giving focus to the delicacies offered by other business places on the property. Most Honourable Edward Seaga who is known for saving Devon House from demolition and for his integral role in the creation of some of the popular flavours, expressed his gratitude to the Minister and the other agencies for the improvements and upgrades to the historic site. The Devon House project forms part of a much larger financial commitment from TEF($ 151 million since 2012) to refurbish Devon House and make it financially sustainable. The execution of the project, also included a new walk way and rest rooms for patrons and staff, was managed by TPDCo.
Minister Bartlett( centre) takes a sample of Devon House I-scream at the recent launch of the new I-Scream shop. Also partcipating in the sampling are( from left to right) Honourable Olivia Grange, Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Most Honourable Edward Seaga, Former Prime Minister of Jamaica and Carol Clarke-Webster, Managing Director of Scoops Unlimited Limited. The new I-scream shop which is located on the north lawn of the historic site is part of TEF’ s 151 million dollar commitment to improve the facility, thereby enhaning the experience for both visitors and locals. The launch event was held on Monday July 24, 2017.