-Restaurant Week begins today

THE diverse menus being offered by the 17 restaurants participating in this year’s edition of Guyana Restaurant Week (GRW), are expected to tease one’s palate.

At a simple launch ceremony held earlier this week at the Bistro Wine and Champagne Bar, newly-elected president of the Tourism & Hospitality Association of Guyana (THAG), Omodelle George, urged patrons to show their support as local chefs, mixologists and other gastronomic experts showcase their talents.

“Discover the new gems, the hidden gems, savour the fusion of cultures on your plate and allow your taste buds to embark on a journey of culinary exploration. I encourage everyone to fully immerse themselves in the flavors, [and] aromas the GRW has to offer,” George said.

While reflecting on the growth of the annual event, George said the hospitality industry has proven its resilience through adversity in recent years.

Additionally, she said that the key stakeholders and players within the industry have also proven their resilience which is evident in the continued service that is being offered.

Challenging the experts, George urged local restaurateurs to forge stronger partnerships to further advance the sector and further promote Guyana’s culinary world.

GRW over the years has become a well-known event on THAG’s calendar and, this year, THAG is celebrating its 16th edition.
The event was first curated by officials of the Guyana Tourism Authority (GTA) and THAG to promote Guyana’s culinary community as a tourism product. It gives ‘foodies’ a chance to explore the culinary world in a fine dining atmosphere at a fixed price.

The event will run until July 2.

Meanwhile, GTA’s Director, Kamrul Baksh, in his remarks noted that different menus have been put together for this year’s edition.

He said that the GTA previously conducted surveys and tested menus in an effort to improve the GRW experiences and satisfy the demands of the public.

Baksh said the GTA, in collaboration with THAG, will continue to do this as well as work along with several local influencers to promote more sector integration as well as to improve on its services.

This year’s edition will see a newcomer, Lazeez Fusion, which offers Indian/Thai options at its Amazona Mall, East Bank Demerara location.

The other participating restaurants are Aagman Indian Restaurant, Bistro Café & Bar, Bistro Wine and Champagne Bar, Bottle Restaurant at Cara Lodge, Eco Garden International Vegetarian Restaurant, Hard Rock Café, Heliconia Restaurant & Lounge, Hibiscus Restaurant, Java Coffee Bar & Bistro, Jaxx International Grill at Movie Towne, Mango Walk Restaurant & Lounge, OMG! Arawak Steak House, RS53 Resto Bar and Lounge, Terra Mare Restaurant (Guyana Marriott), Aracari Resort, and The Flame Restaurant and Grill.

Prefixed menus for lunch and dinner range from $3,000 to $8,000.

More information including the various menus can be found at https://www.thag.co/grw/restaurants