Based on how often Dick and I are in the “Mermaid,” it is not even close. And our endorsement is not meant as any negative for the always marvelous Louie’s Backyard or Latitudes at Sunset Key. The Thirsty Mermaid comes out of the box with a huge jump: The oyster purveyor is Island Creek in […]
Can Ginger Combat Heart Disease and Improve Circulation?
Originally posted December 14, 2016. There’s one good reason grandmothers and mothers gave ginger ale to their children for upset tummies. It works. Gingerol, which gives ginger ale its delicious taste, helps prevent nausea and vomiting. But that’s not the only thing ginger alleviates. Ginger contains 12 antioxidant compounds, and it is antioxidants that combat free radicals in your body. A type of antioxidant found in ginger, flavonolds, is especially good for your heart, reports Dr. Al Sears on […]
L’Ami Louis, Perhaps Paris’ Most Controversial Restaurant
L’Ami Louis is always one of our first, must hit, bistro stops when in Paris. And Louis holds court with an iron hand. You had better to be ready with your full table order when Louis hits (I’m ready) your table. I would go for the plates of roast chicken, grass fed steak, escargots, white […]
“Top 100+ European Heritage Restaurants 2019“
The eagerly awaited list of the Top 100+ European Heritage Restaurants of 2019 is out, and our long- time friend Johan Bjorklund’s Beaune-based Le Bistro de L’Hotel is the #1 ranking French name on the distinguished roster. Debbie and I are at L’Hotel Beaune visiting with Johan as I write you. The #2 French name […]
At 75 and Post-Op He Still Moves Like Jagger
Despite being 75 and recently having heart surgery, Mick Jagger is working hard to maintain his stamina and fitness. Vogue’s Lauren Valenti reports: Mick Jagger’s vitality knows no bounds. Just last month, the Rolling Stones frontman underwent heart surgery and, per doctor’s orders, had to postpone the band’s ”No Filter” tour. And yet, the 75-year-old superstar is […]
Notre Dame Not the Arena for Idiosyncratic Personal Expression
“It’s complicated,” said our driver more than once, as we discussed different issues – the Gilets Jaunes, Notre Dame, the bitter reaction to philanthropic giving from France’s wealthiest citizens. It took only two days after Notre Dame’s flames had been extinguished for President Macron to announce that France’s greatest gothic cathedral would be rebuilt in […]
Your Survival Guy in Paris: Scooter? Never!
Does it make sense to take your children to Paris? In their teenage years, communication is a barrier—never mind the language—and keeping everyone happy can be a challenge. On day two of our recent trip for example, after his breakfast of waffles and chocolate croissants, my son Owen asked about our plan for the day. […]
“If I had a Son”—R.I.P. Boston Celtic Legend John Havlicek
“If I had a son, if he was like John, I’d be the happiest man in the world.”—Red Auerbach And this wonderful tribute from Bob Ryan in the Sunday Globe: The late David Halberstam was infatuated with Larry Bird, who, he proclaimed, was “authentic.” Following that lead, I would label John Havlicek as “genuine.” The […]
Song of the Day: New Birth in New England
From the album C’est la Vie by Phosphorescent performing this summer at the Newport Folk Festival on Sunday, July 28th. Originally posted on Your Survival Guy.
Parisians’ Lingering Grief
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Young, Thank you for your sweet message. I am just back from vacations and it is so sad to see Paris with Notre Dame burned. I keep in mind a nice evening last February which was so lovely and peaceful, and I enclosed the picture. Best regards from all the Concierge […]
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