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On 2006-08-16 22:35, GROG wrote:
To whomever.
How many Trader Vics were there in all?
Grog have good question. Jab post answer here...
On 2/19/02 tikifish wrote:
February 11, 2002
Trader Vic's unveils new look, menu
By Ellen Almer
*Trader Vic's, the kitschy purveyor of Polynesian drinks and cuisine that has been a Chicago landmark since 1937, reopens Tuesday after a six-week facelift.
While frequent visitors will still recognize the Tiki lounge-inspired restaurant in the basement of the Palmer House Hilton, 17 E. Monroe St., they will be greeted by a more open format, brighter lighting and a new chef, said Sven Koch, vice-president of Trader Vic's American operations.
The Chicago outlet,* the oldest of Trader Vic's 22 locations, *is the first to get the makeover, which Mr. Koch said will help the restaurant better compete in the increasingly popular Asian fusion genre. "We're trying to create a five-star dining experience," he said. New chef Karin Aghai has updated the menu but will stick with most of the original recipes, such as the eatery's popular Mongolian barbecue and Indonesian lamb roast.
Servers will wear long, flowery dresses and the bar will have a more "clubby" feel, he said. "We made a lot of improvements, but it's not like it's a different restaurant," Mr. Koch said. He declined to say how much the renovation cost.
The restaurant will reopen for dinner only, but Trader Vic's plans to reprise the buffet lunch service that has been popular with Loop office workers, Mr. Koch said. Tuesday's opening includes a Chinese New Year's celebration, featuring a traditional lion dance, at noon and 5 p.m.*
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On 2006-08-16 23:44, rodeotiki wrote:
ooops, my question wasnt quite inline with AA's guidlines.
Well, let's call them "loose guidelines"... As Bamboo Ben says, "There's no rules in tiki!"
:right: (next!)....
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