Post #332411 by Jah Jim on Fri, Sep 14, 2007 12:25 AM

I too had a great time at the book signing at Farmer's Market. Thanks for the email, Crazy Al.

SUPER book Sven!!! No matter what you collect regarding tikis and Witco, it's likely in there, but so much more.

It's a compendium for those who are truly interested but don't have the TIME, SPACE and MONEY to collect ALL that STUFF. Great job by everyone associated with Sven, Taschen and the book. Please call it by it's full name, TIKI MODERN and The Wild World of Witco, because (in my opinion) Tiki and Witco helped each other become more successful and important in our pop culture.

This book is rated Two Jim's Specials.

Jah Jim

The book at home. Sharp cover design, isn't it?

Sven, on a Witco throne, with a Witco map of the world behind him, visiting with those there to show their love and respect for his work and commitment to tiki style.

Sven greeting artist Miles Thompson (new show just opened at Jesus de la Luz Gallery on Hollywood Blvd. 3 blocks west the Tiki Ti which will open up again after the family vacation this next Wednesday)

Sven signing one of the many copies of his new book sold on this balmy California evening.

The music and dancing were excellent.

Sven seemed very comfortable, to all of our enjoyment.

Thanks for the Mai Tais Trader Vic staff! They all said they wanted to come by the Tiki Ti sometime. Ben, nicely shown in the previous post to mine, has been working at Trader Vics for 35 years! For those not there, they made their mai tais in batches with real ingredients, topped with a Trader Vic toothpick with cherry and pineapple wedge.

Thanks Taschen Corporate staff. You know who you are.

Jah bless you all.

JahJim