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re: Have hotel/vacation rental prices in South Florida always been this expensive?
Posted by BlackenedOut on 12/28/25 at 12:59 pm to MurphyGator
Not sure I’ve seen Sanibel this busy even pre-Ian. It is slammed right now and not just the olds, lots of younger families, probably visiting the olds. Island looks much better than say this time last year.
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re: Bern’s Steakhouse
Posted by BlackenedOut on 12/27/25 at 10:52 am to PrezCock
Charley’s is great. And also a good experience. Have they moved into the new location yet?
re: Bern’s Steakhouse
Posted by BlackenedOut on 12/26/25 at 11:53 am to RedFoxx
Bar opens I believe at 430. As a solo diner you should be able to get a seat relatively easy whenever you go. If no seats, just tell them you’d like next seat to open and have a drink while you wait.
re: Bern’s Steakhouse
Posted by BlackenedOut on 12/25/25 at 12:46 pm to t00f
Berns is a fantastic overall steakhouse experience. The dessert room and wine list are incredible. The regular steaks is give a solid B+ to but the whole thing is my favorite package. At the bar, order the steak sandwich.
re: Any recommendations in the Fort Myers area?
Posted by BlackenedOut on 12/25/25 at 12:11 pm to LSUfan4444
It’s not bad. They used to have one at entrance to my neighborhood but there was some sort of dispute between owners and a son in law or something and it kind of fell apart, pre Ian.
re: Any recommendations in the Fort Myers area?
Posted by BlackenedOut on 12/25/25 at 5:49 am to Crow Pie
On Sanibel currently. Moved here in 2020 got hit by Ian in 22. Love this place. However food on the island is not great. That said some of my favorites are Doc Fords, Cielo, American Legion (great burger dive bar scene), Over Easy Cafe, and Sanibel Grill. If want really good meal just take a trip to Naples for the day.
If you like a very quiet beach with hardly anyone around and lots of shells to hunt, this place is for you. Decent golf at The Dunes.
If you like a very quiet beach with hardly anyone around and lots of shells to hunt, this place is for you. Decent golf at The Dunes.
re: Best place to eat in the Marigny?
Posted by BlackenedOut on 12/23/25 at 9:25 am to Poppy201
Love Paladar but also had a really great meal at Eviva last week. Budsi’s is great thai food. Pizza D not far from there either
re: Where to live: Southeast US
Posted by BlackenedOut on 12/16/25 at 10:15 am to Hog Zealot
Not on market currently but on the short term market for this season as wait to figure out what’s going on in real estate. Located in Beachview Estates.
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re: Where to live: Southeast US
Posted by BlackenedOut on 12/15/25 at 2:13 pm to Yeti_Chaser
I can sell you a place on Sanibel Island if you want. ?? 45 minutes from RSW, 2 hours to Miami. 2.5 to Tampa, 3.5 to Orlando. Get a place in Asheville for the summers (direct flight between punta gorda and Asheville).
re: Aged Egg Nog Reminder
Posted by BlackenedOut on 12/10/25 at 9:25 pm to BlackenedOut
Sampled the PB whiskey eggnog. Very rich, richer than normal also with this nice little saltiness. More to follow.
re: Look for recs for shipped meat as a gift (not Omaha Steaks)
Posted by BlackenedOut on 12/10/25 at 1:22 pm to udtiger
I’ve been using Campogrande for pork and Wagyu; great stuff. Also Porter Road.
re: Watching Home Alone
Posted by BlackenedOut on 12/9/25 at 9:31 am to forkedintheroad
Biggest plot hole is that planes don’t leave for Europe from US at 10 am. Regardless a great movie.
re: Napa Trip Last Week - updated report on Wineries
Posted by BlackenedOut on 12/4/25 at 10:07 pm to LouisianaLady
If they are still open for Friday lunch, that’s an easier table to get in my experience. Same menu. Same service.
re: NYC Dining
Posted by BlackenedOut on 12/4/25 at 4:26 pm to coolpapaboze
Seconding a Le Bernardin visit but would suggest you try and go for Friday lunch.
re: International Airport Connection Question - Munich versus London Heathrow/Gatwick
Posted by BlackenedOut on 12/1/25 at 1:29 pm to Broadside Bob
Both appear very doable on outbound flight assuming no delays but would lean Munich. Also would lean Munich assuming return because the Gatwick>Heathrow return might be more trouble than it’s worth. Heathrow customs I find a breeze. Heathrow security is a nightmare.
re: new pizza oven…please help me with the dough
Posted by BlackenedOut on 12/1/25 at 10:39 am to cgrand
First question is what type of pizza do you want? Neapolitan, Detroit, New York, tavern, etc… they all have a different technique. Highly recommend getting a copy of The Elements of Pizza by Ken Forkish.
re: Paris restaurant for NYE
Posted by BlackenedOut on 11/28/25 at 10:00 pm to Stexas
Stayed in that exact area a few months ago. You have loads of options. But juveniles is a great one.
ETA it’s not in the 1st but an easy walk, look into les bon Georges
ETA it’s not in the 1st but an easy walk, look into les bon Georges
re: Lufthansa Business Class
Posted by BlackenedOut on 11/20/25 at 6:28 am to LemmyLives
I’ve flown the BA Dreamliner between MSY and LHR more than a few times. Last flight was in June in the new biz class seating. Was an outstanding flight all around, seat, service, food, and snack bar improvements.
re: Favorite turkey brine?
Posted by BlackenedOut on 11/18/25 at 1:33 pm to Neauxla
re: Lake Garda and/or Lake Como
Posted by BlackenedOut on 11/16/25 at 8:06 pm to TD123456
Go to lake Garda. Specifically the northern side, more specifically Riva del Garda. Stay at the Lido Palace.
Now on the western shore of Lake Garda there are some insanely nice hotels but those were way out of my budget.
Now on the western shore of Lake Garda there are some insanely nice hotels but those were way out of my budget.
re: Anniversary dinner recs
Posted by BlackenedOut on 11/11/25 at 9:07 am to duchuntintiger
Any room is private for 2 people but you may end up paying a premium to get that. Is there a reason you need a private room for 2? You will have much more options just sitting at a two top.
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