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Guestbook

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Alice Gaudet
Bellevue Saskatchewan
07/24/2008

I think we'll have to be your guests once again. I can hear that gorgeous tub calling me and I can hardly wait to sample more of those delicious pastries. Spinnakers is one of the few places that actually lived up to it's reputation. The service, the food, the beer and of course the location ... all great!

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Cecil Knight
MIssouri
06/12/2008

the halibut was to die for!! best we have ever had!

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Sanjiv Seth
Toronto
04/21/2008

The very best gastro experience in BC. Read the book and made the visit. I love the darker cream ales that are so difficult to come by unless you purchase an import.

The waitress suggested the Jameson's scottish ale. It was just perfect. My wife enjoyed the tea. I had the Tuna. It was a perfectly cooked Just right crusted with local ingredients. My wife with some english roots decided she was going to have the Cornish Pasty. I am always tentative when she decides to tries to satisfy her palate for English foods in Canada.......but she and I were pleasantly surprised. It was very good.

Next morning we decided on breakfast at a local coffee shop but changed our minds and went back to the Spinnacker's and ordered a fried fish each. Once again, we had a great time.....good service and excellent food. I purchased a few bottles of the Jameson's scottish ale and brought them back to Toronto.

Great place, excellent views from the upper floor, superb food and even better beer. Definitely worth a trip. A bit hard to find. Wish they had signs after you cross the bridge.

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nino liberatore
victoria bc
11/19/2007

nice site !!

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Sally Kraus
Boston
10/29/2007

I liked your site.

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Ukko
Korea, Helsinki
10/08/2007

Hello! You have a Very good site! I like it! I just wanted to pass on a note to let you know

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kacy murray
colorado
10/07/2007

the halibut was to die for!! best we have ever had!

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Robert & Gina Cole
Boise, Idaho USA
09/20/2007

Hi I just wanted to say that we loved our stay in room #2 at the the Heritage house during the GCBF 2 weeks ago. The room was fantastic, and we're already planning our next trip back to Victoria and Spinnakers. Thankyou Katie for a memorable trip

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Candace Vaal
Bremerton, WA
06/08/2007

My husband and I along with our best friends from Detroit stayed here a couple of years back and the experience was amazing. The rooms were beautiful, the food was fantastic and the beer was superb. We are now looking to visit again and can't wait to return. We recommend Spinnakers to anybody we learn is traveling to Victoria!

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Dennis & Wendy
Edmonton, Alberta
02/05/2007

We visited Spinnakers on Feb 5/07. Unfortunatly you were under a kitchen renovation and had a limited menu. However, we had a drink and some very excellent seafood chowder. We enjoyed our visit, and will go back to Spinnakers the next time we are in Victoria.

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Al
Barrie, Ontario
12/22/2006

GOD! I miss a good pint of ESB from Spinnaker's! (and I used to work for Fuller's in London). Pure nectar. Glad to see you're still up and running, but, no surprise! All the best in 2007. Al

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Trisha Gilson
Cloverdale, B.C.
12/18/2006

We had the good fortune to find you brew pub in September while celebrating our anniversary. I was told by a few friends from Vancouver that have stayed in your guest lodge and raved about the food. We arrived early and enjoyed sitting on your deck, while trying a few brew specials and a new wine that I now love. We met many people all friendly and in particular a lady who was taking pictures for your new web site. We all had a great time and just made the last boat back to the harbour. Your staff, food, atmosphere, and beverage choices were top notch. Thanks for a great time.

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Felicity & David Marcus
Brooklyn New York
06/06/2006

We've just got back from our holidays in Victoria and want to say one of the highlights was our meal at Spinnakers, excellent food, great beer and fine wine, all vastly improved by the attentive and knowledgable Dominique who ensured we had the best time. Thanks for being our server.

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Dennis W. Gordon
Madisaon, WI
05/09/2006

Looks like things have changed since my visit in 1987. Time to return for some of your superb beer!

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Uli
Munich
05/08/2006

Hi guys, great bar, wonderful food, lovely beer, and super service! Hopefully I can come back! Thanks a lot! Uli

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Lila
Belgia, hamburg
05/07/2006

Hello friends! Really nice place here. I found a lot of interesting stuff all around.

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Brian Leung
View Royal
05/06/2006

Retaurant or Pub. The beer, food and amosphere all combine to make Spinakers one of my favorite places.

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Jeri
Tacoma
04/13/2006

My husband and I had lunch at your establishment on Tuesday, April 11, 2006. We sat out on the patio, the Bartender was the absolute best. The food was superb as was the service. We bought 3 bottles of your Vinegars and can not wait to use them in cooking. We look forward to our next visit to Victoria and your Brewpub WILL be our first stop. Thank you for the greatest service, the best view, the superb food and the vinegars. Jeri and James Wright

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ralf & melanie
bruehl near cologne, germany
04/07/2006

HI, YOU LUCKY CANADIAN PEOPLE IN B.C. we are so sad, that its not possible to come to wonderful vicotria this springtime. we will try to come in autum 2006.this will be our 4 trip to good old canada. b.c., victoria AND WE REALY ENJOYE IT EVERY TIME. even the very good beer and food ( I KNOW SOMETHING ABOUT BEER = KOELSCH !!!) BEST WHISES FROM MELANIE AND RALF

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John and Marj
Fort Atkinson, WI
01/28/2006

We had the pleasure of staying in your 1884 Guesthouse for a very short week in 2004. The room, hospitality, food and beer were fantastic and we hope to come back soon.

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harold pleus
kamloops bc
11/28/2005

The best clam chowder and homemade bread!!! Thank you for a wonderful day. Harry and Deb

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K. Cantrall
Victoria, BC
11/28/2005

I had dinner there the other evening, and had the pleasure of being attended to by a young woman named 'Missy'. In addition to being a very pleasant and efficient server, I found her to be very knowledgeable and sincerely interested in food and wine, and she was just very genuine in her interaction. I think that is what made the difference for me, in terms of being a memorable experience - one I would repeat, and recommend.

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brandon
NWT
10/28/2005

once was a student at pearson college, loved to sneak off campus for a few sweet cold pints, thanks for the good memories in bad times.

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Hiromi
Japan
10/27/2005

I miss your beer so much. There is no beer like yours in my country.I miss you guys!!! I am doing well.

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Guy Pierre Poulin
Victoria
10/26/2005

Thank you again Paul for having invited the Victoria Harbour Ferry skippers for breakfast yesterday morning. That was such a friendly gesture. It went straight through my heart and touched my soul! It will add even more to the awesomeness I feel for this harbour. gpp

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Amy
Arizona
10/19/2005

I visited Spinnakers on a pub tour back in August and my father and I loved it! Great beer, great chocolate and super friendly and knowledgable staff. Can't wait until our next trip to BC and another visit to Spinnakers!

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Lia W
Cambridge, ON
10/11/2005

I have just researched your brewery for a beer assignment in school. I am intrigued by your unique products and can't wait to go to the west coast to try them!

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scott
NYC
08/01/2005

Ken, great food, great beer , great friends. peace no worries scotty

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Alison
Victoria
06/23/2005

Hi Ken, Just wanted to let you know that we had an absolutely fabulous time on Saturday! Everyone thought the food was amazing! Thanks for helping us with the arrangments and developing such a great menu, it definitely made the event a very special one for the bride and all of the guests. Alison

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Courtenay Parks & Stephen Lowther
Victoria
06/23/2005

Our dinner to raise money for the weekend to end breast cancer went off without a hitch. Thanks in large part to your generous donations we were able to raise a little more than $6000.00 that evening. We cannot thank you enough for the support we received for our dinner from you, without your donations we would not have been able to provide the support we have for such a worth cause. Thank you

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Shayla Hall
CFB Esquimalt
06/17/2005

On behalf of FMF CAPE BRETON, I would like to thank you for your company's generous contribution that enabled us to have a successful Environmental Display at the annual Formation Appreciation BBQ. Your Company's commitment and support in this event was greatly appreciated. It effectively contributed to CFB Esquimalt's objective of enhancing the quality of life of DND employees, furthering the morale and welfare of the men and women of the Canadian Forces. Your sponsorship dollars made this event a success. Approximately 1000 participants from both the military and civilian community were in attendance. We look forward to a continuing partnership with you.

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T Collins
Near PC
06/05/2005

Nice website! Best of wishes to you.

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Mike Belowell
Victoria
05/26/2005

Our group came their last week and enjoyed everything on our plate. In fact it was hard to not eat the plate as well

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David Richardson
Charleston, South Carolina, USA
05/21/2005

Brought this beer back from Victoria. Just wish i could get it here! Keep making great beer!!

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Jerry Bowman
Midlothian, VA
05/05/2005

I always enjoy your delicious food and look forward to coming back. I would like an excuse to make it your way this weekend. Thanks in advance.

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KCB
Vancouver
04/14/2005

Love your beer!! I wish I could find it here in Vancouver. Keep up the great work!

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james phelan
quebec, canada
04/13/2005

will look forward to re-visiting in the near future our stay was delightful we really enjoyed our stop over.

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nathan
victoria
03/10/2005

Awesome new page... awesome company.

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Stevie
Victoria, BC
03/03/2005

Attended a function at the pub as a fundraiser for the fabulous Sooke Potholes. The food, service, atmosphere, and the beer, were all exceptional!

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Kirsty
New Zealand
06/04/2004

Nice site. It brings back great memories of many a lunchsand drinking sessions. Would love to see more photos of Spinnakers on the site. Cheers,Homesick Canadian Kiwi

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Mike and Frannie Prr
Snowbird, Utah
04/26/2004

Thanks to Sue and staff for a great dinner, and excellent beer. She knows her hockey stuff, and Spinnakers knows beer inside and out.We will be back.Cheers from 7000 M and F

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Brenda & Morey Hammers
Ashland, Oregon
03/08/2004

We really enjoyed our stay at the Heritage House and we had all of our meals at the restaurant. The food and pints were so good we didn not want to go anywhere else. We look forward to going back. Thanks to the whole staff for making our stay truly memorable.

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T.Bones
USA
01/10/2004

Lunch yesterday was great. Thanks for the full stomach! Keep up the good work.

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Kaishin
Vancouver
12/08/2003

Had a really good time and so did my boyfriend, judging by the amount of stout that he drank!! Will recommend to others. kaishin

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Kim Sturtz
Seattle USA
11/26/2003

I was in Victoria last week great weather.

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Roger and Heather Greaves
Nuneaton. U.K.
11/21/2003

We were introduced to Spinnakers by my wifesbrother , who has lived in B.C. for 25+ years. As a REAL ALE drinker from the UK I was greatly impressed with the beer , the wife loved the food . We happened to be in Victoria a few days later , we RETURNED . Excellent beer and food .

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John
Gig Harbor, WA. USA
03/03/2003

We were in Victoria for the weekend and stopped in the BrewPub. The beer, bread and hospitality were exceptional.

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Veronica Manre
London UK
01/10/2003

I would like to thank the wonderfull staff at Spinnakers. For treating my parents very well, when they last visited your establishment. Having they moved from Winnipeg to Victoria last spring. They enjoyed every minute of it. I would also like to say "Hello" to the most wonderfull Manager on earth Christos. Have a Super 2003 Spinnaker!!!

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Glenn
Hamilton On.
11/28/2002

I reccently visited the west coast for the first time, and stayed in Victoria. I have a real good friend there who brought me to your Brewpub, and I am sure glad he didn not leave this pasrt out of the tour. The beers you brew are out of this world, I tried 6 different ones and everyone a different, but great tasting beer, thatsright 6, m-m-m good stuff

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Carolyn & Michael
Seattle
09/02/2002

Great beer and appetizers, and our room was lovely.

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Grant Burwash
Victoria
08/27/2002

I am now home in Calgary Alberta after enjoying a great dinner and great drinks over atSpinnakers today, I haven not been there in 10 years and the food and beer is as good today as it was back then !!!I even dragged a friend of mine from Texas with me on the trip and he loved the experience!! I wish you staff all the best ....keep up the good work !!!

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Frank Bellevue
USA
07/13/2002

Our dinner was a memory to take home with us!! The beer was delicious and the meal was a piece of art. Maybe this is finally the end of pub grub. You guys are ahead of the game. Thank you

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Shelly Kirk
USA
05/20/2002

Thanks for using local produce Ken!! You can taste the difference in the food and it helps us locals feel good about eating your good food.

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David G.
Chicoutimi, Québec
02/24/2002

Jai bien apprécié les deux été que jai passé à Esquimalt car le Spinnakers était sur le chemin de ma promenade sur le bord de leau et la bière, lambiance, la bouffe, tout était excellant. Je vais y revenir cet été. I will come back this summer!

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Michelle Tong

02/23/2002

Our first visit to Spinnakers was an evening to remember. Both the beer and Dinner was outstanding. Be back soon!

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Brian Grazier

02/13/2002

Went to dinner with my wife tonight and were blown away by the Dinner Specials....tell your chef to offer some cooking classes!! Thanks again!!

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Rob & Sherri Prideaux
Prince George
02/06/2002

A meal at Spinnakers is a must on every visit to Victoria. I really enjoy the variety of brews and Sherri rates your Long Island ice tea #1.The meals and atmosphere are excellent. Must come back soon and replace my "six pack".

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John Avery
Kamloops
01/21/2002

You should offer scenes of Spinnakers as desktop wallpaper!

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Michael James Frith
Crystal Brook
12/05/2001

Looks like you have got a great setup there. I would love to come visit and sample your ales.

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Marty & Judy Frum
Ft. Worth, Texas
12/01/2001

We absolutely fell in love with Spinnakers on a recent trip to Victoria with our son and daughter-in-law; such a cozy, warm, inviting place with a wonderful atmosphere and the food was great! Hope to return for a visit someday!

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Kris Chatt
Indonesia
11/07/2001

I have enjoyed my stay at In Vicoria, BC and especially enjoyed my visit at spinnakers restaurant, the drinks and food where awesome.

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Paul Harrison
Munich
10/20/2001

I was over in Victoria in May and Spinnakers was one of the highlights, the beer, the view, the food and the fact that Murray let me beat him at Pool all made it a night to remember. Thank you and I will return next year

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Robin Bridge
Elko, NV
08/10/2001

I was up on the island last weekeend, and tried the Dark Wheat beer out at "A Taste of the Island" - very good!! Say hi to Doug White for me!

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Lucy Arnold
Calgary
05/07/2001

It was great to be there. I had not been back to Victoria for over 20 years and we thoroughly enjoyed your pub. We bough the Scottish Ale Malt Vinegar and so far my salad dressings are vastly improved. We will be back this summer to enjoy your hospitality again !!!

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mitsuko
japan
04/13/2001

During my stay in Victoria two years ago, I really enjoyed your food, drinks and awesome views!Now I am dreaming of having great time out there again.

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Diane
Seattle
01/03/2001

Great view of the inner harbour from our room and will undoubtedly return! We were trying to figure out how to stay another day! Thanks for such a great experience!!!

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Derek Hollingsworth
Fullerton, California
11/18/2000

I was there a few years ago--You have one of the best Russian Imperial Stouts I have had grace my palate. Please can I have you ship me some??? I love your place, but sadly it is a bit of a commute. Thanks, Derek

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David and Janene
Haydon, Phoenix, AZ
11/13/2000

We were guests in the 1884 Guesthouse for a week back in September. Since then, we have recommended Spinnakers to a number of friends, many of whom are now planning to vacation there. Without question, Spinnakers offers the best food, beer, accommodations, and most importantly, the friendliest staff of anyplace we have vacationed. Thank you for a fabulous trip!!

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Julia Alderton
Tacoma , Washington
09/23/2000

Wow! My fiancé and I will definitely consider you for our honeymoon... it seems everyone has a lot of great things to say. Just cruising through looking for B.C.accommodations and found you. Glad I did!

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Ian Woodhall
England
07/30/2000

I have visited Spinnakers twice with my friends who live on Triangle mountain. Love the place!!Due to visit again soon I hope!!

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Tristan L Baty
Christchurch NZ
07/09/2000

Hey all.......as planned I visited Spinnakers last week while in Victoria......spent an evening with a special someone and her parents at Spinnakers for a meal and drinks.....one word sums it up.....AWESOME.....the atmosphere...the brews and the company.....special thanks to Tyler.....the table by the window yaorganized for us was the perfect setting to a perfect evening....I thank you very muchThe views over the harbour....especially at night are breathtaking..I couldn not thank you all enuff......the oatmeal stout is well worth the trip...

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Paul Longley
Victoria
06/20/2000

One of the best places to hang and relax, and an excellent dietary source of IPA.

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Heather Moonie
Winnipeg, MB
06/13/2000

Really nice to see you on the web. Been a while since I was home. Place looks terrific, and I will always remember the great food at your restaurant!!

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Randy
Calgary
05/27/2000

Hello to everyone at spinnakers from Alyson And Randy. We are looking forward to seeing you allagain soon.

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Terry Boorman
Victoria
04/15/2000

I just wanted to thank Paul and his staff for hosting an unforgettable CAMRA 10th anniversary on the 10th of April. What a dinner!! I just can not stop talking about it to my friends. I will be back soon for another dinner!

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Rob Trent
Oregon
02/26/2000

Greetings from the micro-brew capital of the world (Oregon). Your beers are the only Canadian made beers so far that I can compare to some of my local favorites from Oregon. Great job!!

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Annette
Tacoma, WA
02/26/2000

Discovered your place a couple of years ago, and was astonished at the gorgeous location, terrific service, and the exceptional quality of the food. Have been back 3 times since, and each time it just seems to get better. I am not even a beer drinker (gasp!), but was told by my traveling companions that your stuff is grrrreat. So on this last trip I actually had two - count them! - glasses of your ale. So there! Thanks for being there and I will be seeing you again.