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Yes . . . Very exposed, but the buildings held-up pretty well, considering strength of winds in that location — i.e., they survived to be repaired.

Thanks for the additional Sazerac details. It is a very tasty cocktail (my favorite!), but for years I was never able to find a bar in Bourbon soaked Louisville that could match the New Orleans products. Now that the Sazerac corporation has established itself here in KY, there are finally a few places that can make the real thing.

Jim, you were missed and welcome back.

I also lock the doors,... but on a more positive note, the rental of convertibles on St Barth is a sign that petty crime is low. Other islands can't rent them because it is too tempting for people to cut open the roofs to grab stuff inside. For a while on St Martin (which we also go to and enjoy) they recommended to leave windows rolled down and nothing in the cars so that the windows would not get smashed. Fortunately they have improved their situation since then so the window smashing is gone, but they are still not to convertible renting safety levels.

Think I recall Les Terrasses rather exposed to winds and probably not super-duper construction my guess.

Such a useful article!

Yes . . . very significant damage at Les Terrasses. I think that the full restoration of the property only now is being completed . . . many insurance-related delays.

I live here too and would not leave my car unlocked with anything of value in it...

This is still the case (source: I live here). https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Declinism

Seems the history goes back to cognac . . . Around 1850, Sewell T. Taylor sold his New Orleans bar, the Merchants Exchange Coffee House, to become an importer of spirits, and he began to import a brand of cognac named Sazerac-de-Forge et Fils. Meanwhile, Aaron Bird assumed proprietorship of the Merchants Exchange and changed its name to Sazerac Coffee House. On October 2, 2019, the Sazerac House opened to the public as a museum and immersive experience that shares the history of the New Orleans cocktail culture, including the Sazerac. Legend has it that Bird began serving the "Sazerac Cocktail", made with Sazerac cognac imported by Taylor, and allegedly with bitters being made by the local apothecary, Antoine Amedie Peychaud. The Sazerac Coffee House subsequently changed hands several...

Many a man would call those old man drinks:D

Glad to see 'Old Fashioned' in the select seven. A local club in Louisville-The Pendennis- claims it as the invention of a nineteenth century bartender; but then, so do several other institutions. Sorry to see 'Sazerac' omitted from the list. Claimed to be the first cocktail, it can be found in various forms throughout the Crescent City. Rye whiskey is the favored base, with an essence of real Absinthe (not Pernod). And NO ice cubes. Strangely, all of the ingredients, save the absinthe, are now made in Frankfort KY.

I see several friends.

Zion is located in the former Hideaway location.

Zion is one of our new favorite places. St. Jean by the first round about. We had the chef’s table last time which was a culinary treat. I would do chef’s table or just sitting in the restaurant. The decor is island fantastic. Enjoy your time in paradise.

BOO! I was hoping the exhibit would be there when we visit in November. Thanks to all who shared photos.

Well, since I drink white wine with just about anything, I'm not going to find fault with Dennis for finding a half-bottle of red as his best choice with the Sole. I do drink reds from time to time, really really good reds, but I prefer whites.

Good, reminded me of weekly summer concert nites at Valley Forge Park with guest carilloneurs. Bruges, quaint easily walkable city, enjoyed farmers market too.

My heart breaks for them. And all that was lost forever in Ft Meyers. Too sad.

I would follow reviews from locals and tourists over stars. Sometimes politics play a part.

A man of class and humor. Many years ago at Andy's our sister-in-law asked him if the salmon was fresh? His answer was perfect. " Yes madam, we caught it in the river out back"

..What martin Said......watching and waiting, then staying up for 2 nights to do what you can to limit damage......then the 3 days of clean up......still better than the poor people south of us...will be a year or two before Sanibel and Captiva are back to normal.

Such a sad news. Rest In Peace Titi.. and thank you for all the good care and kindness through the years at Andy’s.

Yes . . . at “Our Lady,” across the street from “my new favorite restaurant!” Heavenly!