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Post #455888 by rupe33 on Sun, May 24, 2009 9:15 AM

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An interesting addition to this rich history: actor Bryan Batt's (Salvatore on "MAD MEN") grandfather was behind the creation of Pontchartrain Beach and Bali Hai. Learned this from the "In The Land of Cocktails" show:
http://www.inthelandofcocktails.com/episode/our-favorite-madman/

His brother Jay was filmed for a previous episode as well that shares a bit more on the history:
http://www.inthelandofcocktails.com/episode/tiki-new-orleans-style/

Perhaps we'll see further tiki influence on upcoming seasons of "Mad Men"!

Cheers,
Rupe