R.A.Cole
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R.A.Cole
@lostreservation.bsky.social
Flâneur & Professor of Food & Drink Cultures. Capricorn/Taurus Rising. Views are my own- RTs/Likes are not endorsements. https://lostreservation.com/
That can be a heady responsibility.
December 25, 2025 at 9:06 PM
Thanks for speaking out.
December 25, 2025 at 2:07 AM
"Forget it, Sean. It's Chinatown."
December 23, 2025 at 1:44 AM
... exquisite bagel sandwich; the bodega El Pueblo Latino for authentic salchicha and empanadas; and the food boutique Le Comptoir Belge for Belgian-made artisanal foods and drinks.
Then rounding the corner at the top of the avenue, the Parvis opens up a host of spots for refreshment and relaxation.
December 22, 2025 at 2:37 PM
After a beer on the sunny terrace of Hall Café, overlooking Porte de Hal, a wander up the street toward the Parvis offers a fantastic selection of treats: Malt Attacks for an unusual bottle of beer; Saint Octave for excellent fromages et charcuterie; Au Pays des Merveilles for an ...
December 22, 2025 at 2:37 PM
It’s clear you put a lot of work into this story, and that comes through in the write up. Personally, I am hooked on Sint-Gilles- staying there every time I am in Brussels, whether for a couple of weeks, or a couple of months. In fact, my favorite street in all of Brussels is Av. Jean Volders.
December 22, 2025 at 2:35 PM
Loved this! I’ve lost my tourist’s innocence and learned so much for my next visit to London. What’s next to disabuse? Does the sun now set on the British Empire?
December 21, 2025 at 10:40 PM
December 17, 2025 at 12:48 AM
I can’t believe how heartwarming this film still is, after the many times I’ve seen it. And, as a double bill I stream Meet Me In St. Louis. It’s so fun to wallow in the pathos, this time of year.
December 17, 2025 at 12:44 AM
Born to the January Lion. Am inclined to veganism but have to eat flesh as a performative gesture for the pride.
December 14, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Westy 12?
December 13, 2025 at 11:44 PM
No. I’ve since returned several times in the hopes of restoring my confidence. Thanks for asking.
December 12, 2025 at 6:55 PM
I went to "flight school" there.
December 12, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Thank you, President Trump. When Sleepy Joe Biden was in charge, Americans didn’t even HAVE groceries. No one has EVER had groceries like YOUR GROCERIES, SIR!
December 11, 2025 at 4:59 PM