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EAT, DRINK AND BE ELEGANT THE WHILE
How to Get a Great Meal at a Great Restaurant
My God, do you still think flaming swords, soft music, fancy menus and fussy service have anything to do with it?
January
1
1969
Roy Andries de Groot
How to Get a Great Meal at a Great Restaurant
Roy Andries de Groot
January
1
1969
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EAT, DRINK AND BE ELEGANT THE WHILE
How to Get a Great Meal at a Great Restaurant
My God, do you still think flaming swords, soft music, fancy menus and fussy service have anything to do with it?
January
1
1969
Roy Andries de Groot
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EAT, DRINK AND BE ELEGANT THE WHILE
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How to Get a Great Drink at a Great Bar
JANUARY 1969
EAT, DRINK AND BE ELEGANT THE WHILE
Order the Right Drink at the Right Time in the Right Place. Give Instructions. Be Firm.
JANUARY 1969
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