ZAP!

[Bucko]

Well, I'm outta here for a three-day weekend in SF. It is ZAP time again, so I am already puckered up and raring to taste my way through 180 booths -- a "power pucker." I'll be sure to post notes on what I find to be the best of the 99 lots.

Bucko

[winecollector]

Geez, some people get to have all the fun! How do I find a job like that?

[Bucko]

Well, ZAP was disappointing this year. Nothing blew me away. The 1999s are better than 1998s, still short of the nice 97s. Bummer. Had great meals at Chez Panisse and R&G Lounge.

Bucko

[winoweenie]

Dernit Bucko, sorry the zins weren`t better, and sorrier I didn`t tell you about one of the great SF dining experiences. The Crustacion on Polk is Mrs. An`s wunnerful spot. Her steamed spicy crab and her garlic noodles may be the greatest of these 2 varietals I`ve encountered. Sorry. WW

[Bucko]

R&G Lounge is in Chinatown -- one of the people with us was Chinese, spoke the language and ordered the meal -- great experience.

Bucko