so I went to a reception venue today. I made an appt with the woman. I even emailed her back to say that I would be 15 minutes later than we had agreed on. (that email was 2 days ago)
I arrived there right on time and the guy at the front desk called to let her know that I was there. She replied, I dont have any appts. He asked me who I was. I told him. he relayed this to her. She came out and said, "we had an appt?" I said, "yes, we emailed. REmember I said I would be late because of work?' She shrugged. and said, "well, I have another appt in 10 minutes, I dont see that I would make an appt now. I guess we can talk quickly"
The time and date was her idea!
Then I asked her for prices, etc. She said "they are on the website" Really? you cant give me a paper copy? Then she offered me her business card so I can email her with the proposal that I just suggested. um, I have your email since we set up this meeting over email.. and I just gave you the proposal verbally (it was not complicated at all)
she asked what date I want.. I said any Saturday in summer. I said which Saturday is free? she said she couldnt check unless I gave her a date..
Then I asked her how long it would take for an estimate since I want to book right away. She said. "oh next week is really busy, I have A on Monday and b on Tuesday and a tea on Wednesday " a Tea? is that all day?
If I didnt love this venue, I would say forget it since she was so unhelpful.
She said she will forward my email to the catering manager and I wanted to ask for that persons email so I can deal with them directly.
vent over!
