(Ryan Reynolds voiceover)
The vibe is super chic and
fab restaurant at 37000 ft above sea level. My oh my. Where is my ascot?
Such rarefied air! Of course the cabin was pressurized. We're civilized; not savages.
Adam warmly greeted us! He made sure we didn't feel rushed and even held back the foot traffic until we were situated.
There's an actual line of folks waiting to get in this bespoke culinary establishment!
Karen was so nice and welcomed us w/ Mimosas! It's not even Sunday, but she read my mind.
We ordered the:
Pork Belly Eggs Benedict. Cage-free fried egg w/ a Teriyaki glaze, Pork Belly, toasted English muffin. The Terikyaki is a delectable soy sweet touch. Hearty! Delish! And très sophistiquée!
Pineapple Crepes. Coconut cream & Toasted Macademia nuts. Sinfully indulgent! She had me at coconut cream. Élégant!
It's like my tongue was on vacation. Isn't that right, ladies? Shhhh.
Ellenos Greek Yogurt. Yum!
Croissant and Jam. Warm Flaky French goodiness!
Fresh Fruit. Because healthy is a thing. And the coconut shavings! Wow!
And Karen recommended the POG. Passion Orange Guava! Oolala. So refreshing! Delightful! Add rum and it's almost 4:20.
Gents, you haven't lived until you've experienced this party in a glass with a ton of class!
Service was fantabulous! Karen is such a gracious host. So attentive! And may I add extremely funny!
Felt very VIP. Very First Class! Wow!
And the Snickerdoodle cookie surprise! Warm delicious fun!
Oops. Pushed me over the threshold...now entering postprandial coma...must sleep...zzzz.
Would order everything again! Will definitely be back and try dinner tomorrow!
I just love destination restaurants and this eternal moment avec yours truly is part of living my personal legend that reads like the script of an epic blockbuster! Yes, ladies, that's how I roll in between projects!
Ciao for now!
Merci beaucoup, Karen & Adam! But especially Karen!!
Woohoo!
(Flight 803. SJC to Maui)
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Round 2: The Sequel Review
Yes, it's me Ryan back for part 2.
And wouldn't you believe it, like some cosmic vortex karma, we are on flight 812 Maui to SJC...
and...and Adam & Karen are here to greet us!
My gosh, do I have the power to align the Milky Way or was it just luck? It's luck isn't it. Luck does have a shelf life.
Nothing better to reward a morning of swimming w/ a humongous Turtle aka Gamora, a Devil Ray, an enormous Fugu, and a full 5 member squad of Eagle Rays, then enjoying:
Polynesian Burgers. White Cheddar. Pickled Red Onions. Pineapple Compote. Parmesan-Herb Potato Wedges....but as fortune would have it none were available! Haha!
So we had the very easy decision of choosing Cavatappi Pasta or Cavatappi Pasta! CPCP. Haha!
Rustic tomato sauce, grilled zucchini, parmesan.
Delish and should also be the ONLY choice everyday ad infinitum for those who megamaniacally think they should rule and determine the destiny of the individual. Yum!
The IG supermodel beside me was disappointed. I saw it as an opportunity to practice some Marcus Aurelius.
I'm sure it can be attributed to some lame catch all supply chain issue.
Poached Shrimp Salad. Edible! Good!
Hawaiian Sweet Roll and Butter. You had me at Hawaii. Sweet is good!
Mango Coconut Mousse. Like the Maui Barbie that I can't get out of my mind. Delish!
And yes was so looking forward to the POG w/ Rum!
Then I was told they maybe out...you know "supply chain" issues courtesy of preplanning by our globalist overlords to completely destroy the once vibrant American middle class and thus monopolize the world and local economy.
(Cue in dramatic music)
Then...like a heroine saving the day, Karen manages to find a stash of POG proving that with each breath there is a chance for the individual to turn it all around and secure a spectacular blockbuster ending!
The true test of service and scientific phenomenon is reproducibility. Science. Karen came through. She is so effervescent!
Surprise snack: Warm Macadamia Nuts!
That's waay better than Stove Top Stuffing. "I'm stayin!"
Adam ever so friendly and yet staid.
Yes, there is a party atmosphere on board! But that's chiefly because of yours truly. Fact. Check the vid.
As a safety nonsequitur, there are 8 emergency exits available in the event of an urgent evacuation.
Sylvia & Hedi are here too!
Karen is so exceptionally warm & funny. Almost Ryan Reynolds level funny. (I do sometimes refer to myself in the third person to build character.)
It's a glorious 4hrs and 31min flight because of the Alaska crew!
Cue in Dionne Warwick singing,"Do you know the way to San Jose..."
Will be back for repeat performances! And we'll order everything again!
We have!
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