The King of Spain is waiting in the bar, but your table is ready," says Mr. Maccioni, sweeping us majestically past the waiting masses. Behind us a bejewelled older woman whines, "We've been waiting a half-hour," but nobody pays her any mind. Garlic and Sapphires: The secret life of a restaurant critic in disguise - Page 47 by Ruth Reichl - 2005 - 352 pages Limited preview -
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