by waiter | Jun 21, 2005 | Uncategorized
Three priests walk into my bistro. No, this isn’t a setup for some awful joke – three padres sit in my section. They’re dressed in civilian clothes but I make them instantly. Former Catholic seminarians can spot priests a mile away. Perhaps it’s the clothes; the...
by waiter | Jun 20, 2005 | Uncategorized
A young woman walks into the Bistro. “Is your restaurant gay friendly?” she asks. “Yes Madam,” I reply. I’ve gotten this question before. “I want to take my partner out for her birthday. We only patronize gay friendly establishments,” she says. Wow. Militant. “You...
by waiter | Jun 17, 2005 | Uncategorized
In my post “Gristle” I alluded to the fact I was working on a book. That’s true. However, it is still in the embryonic stage and I have not committed to anyone or anything. Judging from the comments and emails I’ve received I think some people...
by waiter | Jun 15, 2005 | Uncategorized
I’ve gotten a couple of emails and comments from people who are upset by my use of the term “Yuppie.” So I’ve decided to explain what I mean when I employ that word. If you’re easily offended or have a shaky self image I suggest you skip this post. Still here? Ok....
by waiter | Jun 14, 2005 | Uncategorized
I’m reciting the specials to a two top by the window. In typical yuppie fashion they don’t make eye contact. Sick of talking to these social misfits my eyes begin to wander. A pretty girl walks past the restaurant with her dog. I take an appreciative look. I glance...
by waiter | Jun 13, 2005 | Uncategorized
“You’ve got an outside table!” the hostess yells at me over the din. I’m swamped. It’s Saturday night and my section’s hopping. “Can someone else take it?” I beg “It’s your turn,” the hostess barks while juggling two phones. I sigh and head outside. Al Fresco diners,...
