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Obituary Cocktail: The Great Saloons of New Orleans (2nd Edition, Expanded) [Hardcover]

Kerri McCaffety (Author)

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Book Description

Publication Date: October 2001

Two years after its original release, the new "Obituary Cocktai" has more bars, photographs, drink recipes, and quotes. Six added spreads include the bar in the kitchen at Commander's Palace, The Circle Bar and its Herradura tequila shot with tonic - the Harry Tonic Jr - and Butler's fantastically seedy interior.

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A beautifully produced book by one of the great photojournalists of America. -- John Mariani, Food Editor, Esquire

In perfectly chosen words and images [Obituary Cocktail] captures something timeless and essential about New Orleans. -- Susan Larson, Book Editor, New Orleans Times-Picayune

Kerri's work is lush with natural light that makes the images sensual and rich... -- Francis Ford Coppolla

About the Author

Kerri McCaffety was born in Texas and educated at Tulane University, where she earned a degree in anthropology. Combining writing, research, and photography, she has published four books. She has homes in New Orleans and Mykonos, Greece.

Product Details

Hardcover: 144 pages
Publisher: Vissi d'Arte Books; 2nd edition (October 2001)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0970933606
ISBN-13: 978-0970933607
Product Dimensions: 12.4 x 12.3 x 0.7 inches
Shipping Weight: 2.9 pounds

Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (22 customer reviews)

Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,100,071 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Obituary Cocktail: The Great Saloon of New Orleans, May 29, 2000

Pamela Bain (San Antonio, Texas) - See all my reviews

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Growing up in New Orleans is a rare experience. Living away often makes one nostalgic and wistful.. Reading "Obituary Cocktail" brings the sights, sounds, smells and tastes roaring back. This is a beautiful book. The photos are warm, romantic and evocative. The commentary is pure magic and the recipes are fabulous. Whether you live there now, once were there or have never visited - this book captures the charm, the quirkiness and the mystery of New Orleans and her great watering holes.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely splendid example of what drinking books should be, January 1, 1999

mpollman@primary.net (St. Louis, Mo.) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Obituary Cocktail: The Great Saloons of New Orleans (Hardcover)

As a liquor industry historian, author and hall-of-fame bartender, I have read many many books on drinking places. Ms. McCaffety's study of New Orleans people and habitats should be used as the pinacle of what saloon books can become.

"Obituary Cocktail" is a definite must-read for anyone searching for the perfect drink in Louisiana.

Give this book to your corner tavern-keeper just to see their amazement and enjoyment of the lore of their business.

My highest recommendations and congratulations for a visually sensational and historically researched treasure.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Wow!, February 9, 2000

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What a book. The pictures are absolutly incredible and the stories match the color of the pictures. The timeless nature of the book makes it worth having. Everyone I've spoken to in New Orleans loves this book. WOW!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Lovely book to have in your collection is more poignant post Katrina this takes it back and reminds you of the rich history of the saloons of New Orleans photographs are... Read more

Published 9 months ago by The Professional

5.0 out of 5 stars One of the most interesting book about New Orleans!
This is clearly the most interesting book about the history of one aspect of New Orleans. Anyone who has spent much time there, wandering the more famous sites such as Napoleon... Read more

Published on February 15, 2009 by Thursday night book club reader

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic Book!
If you have ever visited the bars in New Orleans, you will appreciate learning of the little known history of the watering holes that you have spent many an evening drinking and... Read more

Published on January 28, 2007 by Tanya M. Beall

5.0 out of 5 stars It will make you thirsty
first of all, this is a beautifully produced book, with wonderful photographs of the great New Orleans drinking establishments and local scenary. Read more

Published on October 16, 2003 by Rocky

5.0 out of 5 stars The Spirit of New Orleans
Ms. McCaffety has captured the essence of New Orleans with her wonderful book. The pictures are gorgeous, and the addition of a few traditional New Orleans cocktail recipes and... Read more

Published on August 8, 2003 by contessa2000

5.0 out of 5 stars A Bourbon Street Hopper
I don't think I've ever experienced anything quite like the bars in New Orleans! They are fantastic! The press has given Bourbon St. Read more

Published on November 8, 2002 by M. Clark

1.0 out of 5 stars Great idea but Half Baked Execution.
New Orleans is a city well known for it's no holds barred atmosphere of partying and places to party. The idea for this book is great but the execution, i.e. Read more

Published on December 5, 1999

3.0 out of 5 stars The photos are nice but ...
The photos are nice but the book does not capture the essence of the bars presented. For the most part they are taken during the day when no one is around. Read more

Published on August 23, 1999 by Frank Fox

5.0 out of 5 stars A magnificent treasure.
What a lovely book, both the stories and photographs. Everyone who sees it starts to talk about a)which places they've seen; b)which places they want to see; c)going to New... Read more

Published on August 12, 1999

1.0 out of 5 stars Ahem
Some of the history in this book is correct, but it's mixedwith a lot of dubious legends and a lot of outright inaccuracies. Read more

Published on August 6, 1999

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