“06880” reported at noon that Hook’d — the new Compo Beach concessionaire — would open today.
That’s what they told at least 2 readers yesterday.
But early this afternoon, the only thing they served beachgoers was a pair of locked doors.
The scene yesterday at Hook’d … (Photo/Dinkin Fotografix)
Two weeks ago, a local content provider (not me!) emailed Hook’d. He offered to interview them, for a video story to promote their business.
They replied brusquely: “Check in with us when we’re open.”
Yesterday, he was at the beach. The doors were open.
He walked in, and repeated his offer to create digital content. Matter-of-factly — without great thanks — a woman said, “We’re open tomorrow.”
The media guy went back today. The doors were locked. There was no signage. Several hopeful customers milled around outside, equally mystified and miffed.
… and today.
The content provider checked social media. Nothing there either.
He wants to give them a chance. He’ll go back tomorrow. His offer to help — with free publicity — still stands.
Yet as Westporters gear up for a (near) normal summer — and the weather today is gorgeous — Hook’d is not off to an auspicious start.