What are your earliest memories of Kingston Jamaica?
Adam Epstein
The World Cup qualifiers for France in 1998. As a kid I remember
juggling the football from the National Stadium all the way up
to Manor Park Centre, with the country celebrating Jamaica's
accomplishment in making the World Cup after its nil-all draw
ersus Mexico.
What do you miss when you are not in Kingston?
The beach on a Sunday; there is no better time to be had than
going to Lime Cay or Maiden Cay with a great group of friends.
What are your favourite home comforts?
A good home-cooked meal, relaxing with my laptop while surfing
the Internet and listening to tunes from my home entertainment system.
What would you do if you were mayor (of Kingston) for a day?
One day would not be enough to do what I would want for Kingston.
However, my focus would be targeting a project in the area
of early childhood education, as our children are Jamaica's future.
Share with us the title of the last book you read.
The Art of War by Sun Tzu - a bestseller that's considered to be
one of the most prestigious and influential books on strategy in
the world right now. For me it's like the Bible.
What's your middle name?
Jordan. Everyone who knows me well, however, calls me by my
nickname Cinco.
And the last bit of music that stirred your soul?
Vybz Kartel's Straight Jeans and Fitted.
What was your last bit of retail therapy?
A Pair of Calvin Klein loafers and a Tumi briefcase.
Which cologne are you currently splashing?
Christian Dior's Homme.
What is your preferred beverage?
Appleton on the rocks. A true rum drinker has it on the rocks.
What was your most memorable meal in Kingston?
Although there are so many amazing restaurants to choose
from in Kingston, nothing hits the spot like a French chicken
sandwich from Burger King.
What are your current projects?
Working with the team at Proven to establish a new brand of
financial advisory, studying for my CFA and starting my non-profit
organisation.
What upsets you?
People who evade the truth.
Share your favourite spots on the island.
Sitting on the deck in Port Antonio listening to my mom Play Ernie
Smith in the background with Life is Just for Living repeating
itself over and over as if the CD has scratched.
Share some places in your black book.
Island Outpost's Strawberry Hill, Club Mynt on South Beach, and
The Wall at the W Hotel.
What's your advice to a first-time visitor to Kingston?
For a great stay - Spanish Court Hotel, for great eats - Market
Place, for good vibes - check out Fiction and for a day on the
beach Maiden Cay - is a must!
What's your philosophy?
Remember the past but live for today. Always look forward to
the future as it will be bright.