Mario Pino, Argentine Ambassador to Jamaica

What are your earliest memories of Kingston?

It was my first beach experience with my wife Fanny to Lime Cay and the kind welcome at the Jamaica Transport Authority.

What do you miss when you are not in Kingston?

My dog named “Rasta”.

What has been your best experience in Kingston to date?

My job.

And what’s the best thing about being a diplomat in Kingston?

The way Jamaica facilitates you performing your duties.

What are your favourite home comforts?

My music room.

What would you do if you were mayor (of Kingston) for a day?

Thankfully, I’ll never have that opportunity.

Share with us the title of the last book you read.

The Gospel According to Jesus Christ, by Jose Saramago, just last weekend.

What’s your middle name?

Jose

And the last bit of music that stirred your soul?

Carl Orff’s Carmina Burana

What was your last bit of retail therapy?

I leave that to my wife Fanny.

Which cologne (s) are you currently splashing?

I am not a heavy user of cologne but I do have bottles of Armani, Dior and Dunhill that I use at random.

What is your preferred beverage?

Depending on the time of day, water, wine or Scotch.

What was your most memorable meal in Kingston?

Ackee and saltfish.

What upsets you?

Sometimes, the traffic jams.

Share your favourite spots on the island.

There are many, but especially the homes of Jamaican friends both in town and in the country.

What’s your advice to a first-time visitor to Kingston?

Enjoy the Jamaican people, reggae music and the Blue Mountain coffee.

Finally, what’s your philosophy?

Search for truth.