I don't know about Nassau. I found the whole area too much of a tourist trap. About the only thing I liked about there was that it was a 15 minute walk from the hotel (when I was there) which made it convenient. The food wasn't really that impressive to me.

You have to get off Bank St as quickly as possible. I’ve only been to Nassau on cruise stops. But walking a mile from the dock opens up a whole different island.

Oh, I did. I didn't have much free time. Was there on a job and was advised not to stray too far during the evenings so beyond the Fish Fry, and about 45min to an hour of walking in every other direction, I didn't see much to inspire me... tried the John Watling Distillery (where I learned that rum could taste like kerosene)... there were only two things I enjoyed. The conch salad (had it in a few places, mostly good stuff) and there was a potluck the local staff had that was pretty good as well.

Not likely to happen again as I've changed employers a few times since, but I would like to get out to some of the islands if I ever get to go back.

CNY Day 6
Now for some Indian .. & dessert - not Indian


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Butter naan , fish bryani , pappadams , Sheekh kebabs - banarsi & mutton
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Osmanthus pineapple cupcake

So much more festive in SE Asia, unlike here when it's over for a few days.

As some of you may have surmised, I love to gamble; and, all gamblers are inherently, more or less, superstitious. So, I didn't wash my hair new on year's day, have been trying to stick to veggie fare (it lasted about a day 1/2 before I had to look for, at least, some fish), wearing red and rubbing the head of miniature golden lions. Of course, I'm hoping this will help me win the Super Bowl bet on Sunday! My wager will be in increments of 8s.

Have I missed any good luck food, aside from the usual sweets?

pomelo, ba kwa (rou gang), pineapple tarts, yue sheng, shrimp crackers, pie tee, dumplings, noodles, honey mandarins, suckling pig, char siu, roast duck, etc.... Lots of fish... abalone (nee!!!) red turtle kueh.... :D

Awesome! I've got until Sunday 3:30 pm Pacific time to get all of this in! By the way, alcohol is considered good luck too?

Not sure about the alcohol... But a good toast wouldn't hurt. Yam seng to a new year.

Pizza Hacker carryout, Sf ca

Hawaiian pizza
Yo Vinny pizza (sausage & peppers)


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Collard greens. Greens bring money

Not one of my favorites, but if it may help win a bet, I'm game!

CNY Day 7
Well , Visconti , today is everyone ‘ s birthday ..
& brandy is always used , in our family anyway , for raw fish in the yusheng / lo hei


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Believe it or not , felt like Campbell ‘ s cream of mushroom soup .. ended up with country mushrooms
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Leftovers from last night
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Cherries from New Zealand and Turkey
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Peach “ gum “ prepared by our friend

RE: Brandy

Cognac is basically just aged & fancy wine from white grapes; so, it's essentially "bak jhou." I'm going with that it's good luck and prosperous--as YYZ observed, "yum seng"! Too bad we have smoke detectors now, otherwise I'd burn some incense, pour some wine and see if I can get Wong Dai Seen or something to ensure I win my bet on Sunday.

Breakfast on Sunday morning should be Cognac, collard greens & roast duck noodles.

Never heard of collard greens being used for prosperity :D but hey, if it works for you. I'd rather go with the dumplings that look like ingots. But I'm funny that way.

Actually Cognac is brandy. Just from what the Europeans call a PDO (Protected Designation of Origin) in that it came from a specific region, made via a specific process and specific ingredients (how specific is anyone's guess). That's why champagne and parmesan cheese are protected. Or Neapolitan pizza. Hope you welcome Cai Shen into your house. :tu:

Cognac is double distilled and aged fermented juice of white grapes.