Yes - he was complaining he was having a poor year this year!- all round!!
Unfortunately we have a credit crunch this year and combine that with his performance last year,
(I remember several people found him less friendly last year),
and he doesn't readily give a free drink like he always used to after a meal, maybe he needs to try a bit harder?
No complaints from us, we are long time friends, but we saw his customer service with some others -
maybe he's a bit disillusioned.
He used to be the best host in town once!!
Shame about the Apartments though, terrible to be let-down for him and the family!
Lets hope this years visitors give him a try - great restaurant!!