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Smuggler's Cove Sneak Preview Nights!
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martiki
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11/16/2009
Aloooooha! As you may have heard, Smuggler’s Cove will be opening to the public on Tuesday, December 8. But as a thank you to everyone on TC for all of your support, I’m pleased to invite you to one of our exclusive sneak preview nights! These intimate gatherings will offer you a chance to mingle, meet the crew and take in the décor in a private setting. There will be a total of six parties over three nights that you can choose from: December 4th, 5th, and 6th, with parties from 5pm-8pm and 9pm-midnight each night. This will be a ticketed event- but don’t worry: Tickets are just ONE CENT! (plus, um, a 99 cent service fee). Tickets are limited to 2 per person, and guests may only attend one party. Tickets will be will call only, and there will be a list at the door- please make sure you have picture ID for our doorman in order to get in! A couple of things to keep in mind:
Thanks so much for your understanding on all of this! So...are you ready to explore Smuggler’s Cove? The link to purchase sneak preview nights is here: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/89850 Don’t delay: Get your tickets now! These events are small and will sell out! Please remember that Smuggler’s Cove is strictly 21 and over and you must have your ID for entry. Looking forward to welcoming you all soon! Mahalo! Martin |
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chiwito
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11/16/2009
Looking forward to this a bunch. See you at the later gig on Sat. |
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Haole'akamai
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11/16/2009
Cripes, Friday already sold out?! |
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Unga Bunga
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11/16/2009
Sat. too. |
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Brenda's Tiki Hut
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11/16/2009
I'm in on Saturday night 9-midnight. With whom will I be drinking? |
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Tiki Kaimuki
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11/16/2009
Just saw the email and already sold out? If anyone has two extra tickets for any night please let me know! Mahalo-Falin |
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Aquatic Safarinaut
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11/16/2009
Started calling around to see who was going on what night and when I got back to the ticket site, only Sunday 9pm was available. So...I'll be there Sunday night at 9pm =) |
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CucamongaChango
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11/16/2009
Missed this by two hours this morning. |
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cynfulcynner
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11/17/2009
Waaaaa! All sold out! |
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Tai Won On
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11/17/2009
Brenda, you will be drinking with most us Paul Crawlers. The San Francisco Classic Cocktail Tour begins earlier that same afternoon. |
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Humuhumu
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11/17/2009
Trott and I have tickets for the early Friday event. I'm not surprised it sold out so quickly: the whole danged city seems to be ready to make this place their regular bar. People already recognize the logo when I wear my shirt around town. Someone commented on SFist that "this is the boozer's equivalent of Thomas Keller opening up a new restaurant in the city." A friend who is a very good bartender here in town told me that all the hot bartenders are itching to get a chance to work there. It all feels a little surreal. I'm so happy for Martin, and needless to say (but here it comes anyway!), I am very excited. I'm thinking of maybe hitting Absinthe for dinner afterward, I've been meaning to try that place and it's so close to Smuggler's Cove. |
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croe67
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11/17/2009
Wish I could be there! I'm looking forward the hearing all about it & seeing the pictures. See ya at Smuggler's Cove next time I'm in town :wink: |
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Trad'r Bill
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11/17/2009
Dang - I really missed out on that one... I didn't see Martin's email until it was already sold out. If anyone has an extra ticket, please let me know. I will pay DOUBLE... no no TRIPLE!! :wink: Trad'r Bill |
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Rum Runner
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11/17/2009
By popular demand: SF CLASSIC COCKTAIL #10 Saturday Dec 5
Times TBA We may do another Tour at same locations Dec 12 |
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martiki
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11/17/2009
yow! Well, that was quick- thank you all so much! For those who couldn't get tickets, I am very sorry, but I had no idea it would sell that fast. Unfortunately, there is no time to have any additional preview parties. The good news is- starting Dec. 8th, we'll be open every day and look forward to seeing you! MAHALO! |
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Otto
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11/17/2009
SC will be open 7 days a week? What hours? [ Edited by: Otto 2009-11-16 23:00 ] |
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Unga Bunga
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11/17/2009
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Haole'akamai
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11/17/2009
Martiki, actually, just finished repainting that sign:
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1961surf
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11/18/2009
650 Gough St. San Francisco 94102 I could be wrong but that's what I found via the good ole' internet- Otto. |
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Haole'akamai
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12/02/2009
So... What're people gonna wear? |
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JOHN-O
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12/02/2009
Martiki is thinking outside the box here, so should you. Aloha wear may be inappropriate. How about pirate garb for the guys and low-cut "wench" dresses for the gals? Or maybe something specific to Cuban or Haitian culture?
This look however might be taking it a bit too far....
I wouldn't recommend this either....
[ Edited by: JOHN-O 2009-12-02 14:07 ] |
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Haole'akamai
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12/03/2009
Perfect! I have a Pirate-themed CanCan ensemble; it'll be perfect! |
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Tiki Kaimuki
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12/04/2009
I'm going to wear an aloha shirt and pants made out of a cardboard box. |
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Humuhumu
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12/04/2009
Per a request from Martin, President of the Bay Area Chapter #302 of the Cheongsam Appreciation Society, I'm wearing a cheongsam. |
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Otto
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12/04/2009
fez' are recommended |
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GROG
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12/04/2009
GROG not know what a cheongsam is, but if anybody can look good wearing one, that would be Humhumu. |
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Bora Boris
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12/04/2009
Hurry up with the first night pictures! :evil: |
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JOHN-O
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12/04/2009
It's a dress invented by Paris Hilton as part of her clothing line. :)
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Trader Tiki
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12/04/2009
I've got a sneak preview including video walkthrough up at the ol' blogternet.
[ Edited by: Trader Tiki 2009-12-04 10:52 ] [ Edited by: Trader Tiki 2009-12-04 10:53 ] |
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leisure master
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12/04/2009
On behalf of everyone on the east coast... you all stink and we hate you... :wink: have fun everyone and post tons of pictures please. |
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leleliz
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12/04/2009
Just checked out the video. Congrats again Martin! The place--from the pics and video at least--looks amazing. Cant wait to check it out :) [ Edited by: leleliz 2009-12-04 11:03 ] |
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Aquatic Safarinaut
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12/04/2009
WOW!!!! |
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Humuhumu
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12/04/2009
Hopefully most of you fine people will know that JOHN-O is only kidding, but in the interest of nipping any misinformation in the bud: Paris Hilton did not invent the Cheongsam. Kim Kardashian did. If you want to see more pictures of Smuggler's Cove, Married With Dinner took some lovely ones: But I really suggest you try to wait to see it in person for yourself. It's breathtakingly beautiful. |
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Aquatic Safarinaut
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12/04/2009
Who's going to the Sunday 9pm preview? |
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Coco Joe
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12/04/2009
holy cow! |
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Tiki Diablo
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12/05/2009
Home run for both Notch and Martin! See y'all sunday. |
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Tiki Kaimuki
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12/05/2009
Thanks to some very good friends, we were the first batch of people to make it into the soft opening last night. All I can say is WOW! You are all really in for a treat. Martin has done it again! |
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JOHN-O
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12/05/2009
Dude, That's all you're going to post? You're killing me !! :) What's the vibe? Does this feel like a Polynesian Tiki-style bar or is the Caribbean influence a major factor. I was expecting more of a kitschy pirate theme but it seems more classy than that. Were there a lot of Tikis? How about stuffed parrots or skull and crossbones? Anything related specifically to Cuban, Haitian, or Voodoo iconography? Videos and pictures are fine but we'd love to hear a DETAILED first hand report. How about the drink menu? Were the classic Tropicals there? Any non-Tropical (i.e. non-Tiki) rum classics. New concoctions? What kind of music was playing? Come on, if all you're going to post is "It was great, you should go", that doesn't help the people who are 300 (or 3000 miles) away. "I was there first" posts are nice bragging rights but how about sharing the TC love? :lol: Thank Brah !! (or Sista?) |
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Coco Joe
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12/05/2009
my buddy Mike D. posted a review on yelp which is good |
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JOHN-O
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12/05/2009
Yikes, its a sad state of affairs when TC'ers need to go to Yelp to get the real Tiki skinny. Let's raise the bar here on thoughtful and detailed posts. We're all rooted in the same Tiki-style sensibility and expectations so I'd love to hear the reviews from that stand-point. We know that Martiki didn't just do FI pt. 2 so how is SC really different? Again video and pictures are fine but let's hear your Tikiphile opinionated reviews (good and bad, pros and cons). I'm looking forward to hearing what everyone has to say. :) |
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12/05/2009
Attended the 9-12 preview last night. A great way to spend Repeal Day eve! I don't want to describe it in detail so people who go for the first time can have some surprises. My favorite drinks of those I had last night were Three Dots and a Dash and Port Au Prince. I'm looking forward to trying them all, not necessarily in 10 days though! Bravo Martiki and Notch! [ Edited by: thejab 2009-12-06 13:16 ] |
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Tiki Kaimuki
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12/05/2009
My post had nothing to do with trying to brag about being there first. The reason I did not |
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JOHN-O
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12/06/2009
Tiki Kaimuki, I am very interested in hearing your blahblahblah. If concerned, maybe you could include a SPOILER ALERT warning. Gee if everyone's going to take this attitude then everyone please hold all your posts on the Mai Kai until I get a chance to visit. :D |
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Bora Boris
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12/06/2009
John-O seriously stick to the Yelp review for now, no one here that knows Martin or Nacho is going to spoil the thrill of the first time for anyone. You have to trust that they know what they're doing and believe me they do, This has both of their names attached to it and neither one would settle for anything less than perfect. Now Kaimuki you can tell me this - Were the Swizzles ready? :wink: |
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KAHAKA
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12/06/2009
John-O, RELAX, mah braddah. Come up for a visit, already, and knit-pick-it yourself. R.I.P. To Brotha Nacho's Mom. May the smoke of every Top Notch Volcano reach the Heavens to let her know of the greatness her son has done. |
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Tiki Kaimuki
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12/06/2009
You will be feeling swizzled my friend. Unfortunately, in my euphoria, I forgot to hold on to some. I guess I will just be forced to return! |
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Tiki King
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12/06/2009
I was only able to stay a little over an hour last night, but it was a fantastic hour. |
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Haole'akamai
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12/06/2009
Yes! Here it is, in all its swizzleriffic glory:
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