Susie, thanks once more!!!!!!!!!!!!! Also, I know that Judy is checking the cost at Crustacean. Let's see what she finds out and then we can come to a decision. I am wondering since this is a work night if 6 would be too early and 8 too late. Let's see what people say after Judy reports back. Fringale does sound very good--in fact, excellent price. It's just the time--which is not a problem for us as we are just being tourists.

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Originally posted by Jane:
I am also thinking of Kuleto for Italian.

Italian always works for us, and this place does look nice.

And we (it would be 2) are still in the maybe column, depending on if we decide to book a room for a few nights.
We would probably not decide that until returning home from Texas (where we will be for the holidays).

But I will still be watching this thread until then.

Hi,

I think Fringale is a great choice. (When Rob was working at the store in Monterey, and the lab, he helped the mother of the daughter of the original owner, Kammi. Just some trivia for you.) And, we have never eaten there! It has always been held in high regard.

Price is fine, and Rob probably won't be drinking more than a glass or an extra half as he will be driving us home afterwards.

With that said, six would be better for us, but eight is fine as well. My concern is that the tables won't be ready for our group on the dot of, or close to, the reservation time of eight. If they have to put several tables together to create our space we are looking at half past or later most likely. On the other hand I don't have to work on Thursday so we can get home later.

Guess the answer is for us, we are easy for the where, when and how much.

It will be great to be all together.

Debra, I guess I was composing as you were posting. I am thrilled you and Jerry will be coming up for this GTG. I am sorry I haven't responded to your email about backs and beds, I only found it -again- this morning. I would rather talk to you over the phone as there are so many different aspects. As I wrote on the GB, yesterdays therapy session was rough, but I am better.

Sorry for the off-subject. I just had to take this op. Wendy

I think Fringale sounds wonderful, but we would very much prefer 6:00. We would be driving back to Napa, and would rather not be leaving so late after an 8:00 meal.

- Roz

Let's hear from more about the time--6 is fine for us as by the time we have a glass or wine, order, etc. it'll be a fine.

Let's see how others feel.

David and I are ok with 6:00 PM. He works in the city some days and I will just [plan to take the train/Bart up and meet him in time for us to arrive by 6:00 PM.

6PM works well for us. Pete would have to leave work early but he doesn't seem upset about that....at all!!!

OK--Let's do Fringale. The price looks good, the time seems good, the menu is yummy and the chef's table has a degree of privacy (according to the website.) Susie, can you call and confirm? Judy, can you change the subject line to January 27?

Right now I have:

For Sures-- 18 19 {edited 12/24 by TourMama)
Judy and Bill
Wendy and Rob
Roz and Mike
Ken and Jane
Marcy and Pete
Sharon L
Susie & Mark
Colleen
Joan (Cubbies)
Eden
Darci
Ruth K and David & Ruth's friend

Maybe:
Debra and Jerry
Cindy Ruth

That takes us to the magic 21.
Debra and Cindy Ruth, let us know as soon as you can. If anyone's plans change, then we can have a waiting list for this glorious event. What fun we shall have.

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I am still in and 6pm is good for me as well. Thank you for all the arrangements... Just tell me where and when to show up.

Fringale sounds like a great choice. I'll do my very best to be there by 6.

I'm really looking forward to this! Is this the 1st ST GTG of 2010?

Sharon

I will call Fringale today and make the reservation for 6PM. This will be fun!

Thanks Judy for changing the thread name and thanks Susie for calling Fringale. Let us know if all is good. Once it is set, I'll pm everyone to make sure they know what's up.

Jane - I think Ruth is two, not one - add David to the list. So we are at 18 and counting.

Judy

We are all set! Reservation is under "Susie" for 6PM, Jan 27th for 20 people.

In the next week or so I will check out the parking situation. I think the meters stop running at 6PM, street parking is fairly easy. There are also 2 pay lots within half a block.

I'll follow up with more exact info later.

Judy/Jane
Yes, Judy is correct, please include my husband, David. I also mentioned it to a friend, but at the time the restaurant was Kokkari, don't know if she is interested in Fringales or not. Maybe I should let the offer die? Are we held at 20? If so, perhaps I shouldn't update the suggestion.....

Judy, since it is too late for me to edit my post, can you add David to Ruth's name? Thanks! {edited to add - done! Judy}

Susie, is it right that we are limited to 20? If so we need to find out what Debra and Cindy Ruth are doing before we add more. They will bring us to 21 but I suspect that 1 extra place can fit.

So, Ruth, better hold off on more until we find out what is happening with the count.

Susie, thanks for making the reservation!

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Hi Jane,

Yes it is 20 max, although if it were to be 21 probably not a problem? I would not want to push it more than that, it is an intimate space.

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Originally posted by Jane:
..we need to find out what Debra and Cindy Ruth are doing before we add more..Susie, thanks for making the reservation!

This looks like it is getting down to the wire so I will take a pass as of now.
That frees up 2 possibles.

Sounds like great fun, and if we do book in SF for that week we could always stand outside and peer hungrily through the window.

Debra, we will hold this for you as there is room and then if someone else wants in we'll check with you-unless you are quite sure you can't come. We would love to have you with us.

No problem. My friend has so much going on she probably won't even remember I mentioned it. I can invite her to some other Bay Area GTG. More important for folks that know you on ST get to meet up with you....

Hi! Confirming Darci is still a yes...

Everyone's checked in. We just need to find out about Colleen, Cindy and Debra and Jerry. Ruth, there may be space for your friend. If there are others interested, let us know--we have a table for 20 so would hate not to use it all.

Okay, thanks for letting me know. I will let my friend know that it is Fringales we are going to and fine out if she is interested. BTW I am in Mexico south of Cancun and it is lovely. Really enjoying.

We just realized Bill has another obligation on the 27th - so it will just be me. But I just spoke with CathyT, who is checking her calendar and might be interested... stay tuned for more.

Judy

Judy, that is too bad, Rob and I will definitely miss him. But, we look forward to seeing you.

Also, my friend Suzy does want to come, so Bill is definitely covered.
Ruth

Cindy just pmed me and she can't come So we definitely have room for at least 1 more. Ruth, glad Suzy can come--I'm sure you told her we're a fun group!

Of-course. I have been talking us up for awhile!

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We just need to find out about Colleen

Hi - sorry, here I am and I'm in! Current plans are for me to leave for Rhode Island on the 29th, so the 27th is good. I look forward to eating at Fringale's again!

Sorry to miss meeting Cindy - but makes me especially glad I'm going to the San Diego Gathering.

Hi Colleen, I am so glad you will be able to come!

Ruth, great news about your friend Suzy.

I am looking forward to a fun night. I will post some parking specifics soon.

Yes, FUN is the name of our game!

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Originally posted by Wendy & Rob:
Yes, FUN is the name of our game!

I like that.

Colleen, so glad you're a yes!

Cindy - echoing the others. Enjoy your brief stay in the city! And we will meet in March.

Judy

Cindy, I am so sorry I will not be able to meet you this time. Loved the photo of Bella!

My husband wants to come to the GTG! He is the equivalent of Sharon's Ed. My Ed is Mark and he is a sweetheart of a guy. Married 27 years and he cooks dinner every night (and does the grocery shopping)

If he is on the waiting list, that is fine - if you snooze you lose with this crowd!

I think we can fit him in. If I count right we are at 20. I do want him to come so he can squeeze in with me.

Oooh, I think he will enjoy that Jane!

Ken was quite pleased with his Christmas present trip to SF. Now he's looking forward to the GTG, also. Monday we are going to the Slanted Door, Tuesday to Crustaceans and topping it off on Wednesday with all of you. What fun it will be!

Sounds like a wonderful plan for an SF get-away! Looking forward to the GTG.

I know I'm late in chiming in but only because I'm new to SlowTravel. Any chance I could squeeze into this event? I live here in the Bay area and would love to meet others. If you're already booked I understand and will just look forward to the next gathering

Thanks,
Anita

Hi Anita, so glad you checked the GTG forum!

I think we are at the max of 20, but we should really do a final roll call shortly. Life happens and plans change. 1/27 seems a long way off right now, but as we know, it will be here before we know it! It would be fun to meet you. Please keep checking this thread as we finalize the head count.

BTW, I had lunch at Fringale today! Parking meters do stop running at 6PM, so there is plenty of free street parking.

Food as wonderful as always...

I'll check my list tomorrow to see where we stand. Sure would love to welcome a newbie!

OK--Anita--we all get to meet you!! Shall I put you down as confirmed?

This will bring us to 19 confirmed. Still no final work from Debra and Jerry which would make 21.

OK--we are now up to 21 confirmed. Tracey, Eden's daughter is joining us. I'll let Debra and Jerry know that we are full and sorry to miss them.

This is now up to 21. Let me know if this isn't accurate. Thanks
Judy
Wendy/Rob
Roz/Mike
Ken/Jane
Susie/Mark
Sharon L
Marcie/Pete
Colleen
Joan
Eden/Tracey
Darci
Ruth/David/Friend
Anita

Jane et al,

I am SO there!

Anita

Anita, it will be a pleasure to meet you. I am glad you chimed in that you wanted to join in. Welcome to a great place and family - the Slowtrav family. See you later in the month. Wendy

Thanks Wendy!

But all I have to say to you is 14 times in 12 years??? Color me jealous!

We have shaped up to be quite the group! Definitely looking forward to it!

Sadly, Tracy can't come--will miss her. So..we are now at the magic 20--I think.

I am so ready for these three days and especially being with all of you.