Cafe des Artistes, New York, New York, mid 1980s

Notes from the collector: Now closed due to cost burden of employees benefits. Operated by Smazathy , a good friend of the Hotel School. Was privileged to see his extensive library. Probably the best private collection of culinary material in the country and was told he knew the contents of every book. What a shame. Note the menu is rather ordinary for such a wonderful establishment. Shows what is really important - the food, decor and service.