TANCAT

... means "closed" in Catalan.

I need to take an extended hiatus from In Praise of Sardines. I am sorry.

This is a blog about food and, right now, I've lost my appetite. The reason I need a break does not concern the restaurant. At least not yet. Let's just say that my alphabet now contains 1 less letter and leave it at that.

I will miss you all.

Comments

[matt]

Never worry, we'll all be waiting here for your return.

And whatever happens you are in our thoughts!

[Kalyn]

Very sorry to hear you're hitting a bump in the road. Take as much time as you need and take care of yourself.

[david]

xx !

[Nina]

Take care.

[Charlotte]

Peace be with you, Brett. Be safe and well.

[Anita]

Oh, dear.

I noticed a few changes on the homepage and wondered what was up. I hope I'm wrong, but your clue makes me think I am not. Oof.

Please take care and please also let us know if there's anything we can do to help.

[Catherine]

Hi Brett, I am so sorry to hear that. I am going to send lots of good wishes your way.

[Fiona Kennedy]

Brett,
Now you have me all worried! Please let us know if there is anything we can do.

[Dan Lyke]

I'm not up on the cues, but whatever it is, remember to breathe, and tell us here when the restaurant is open so we can come!

[Stephanie]

Brett,

I'll miss reading you. Take care of yourself.

[cookiecrumb]

Poor you. I think I know what's going on.
You are wise to ditch the blog for a while. What you need now is time... lots of time... to start to feel better.
Love, from me.

[shauna]

Brett,

I hope you are okay. I had a sick feeling in my stomach when I read this. Take your time. Whatever you need to do. We are here.

[shuna fish lydon]

Brett,

I want to say a million things but I'll just say this. I am here for you no matter what, no matter when, for listening, eating, helping, encouraging whatever.

all my love and strength to you in this time of taking time.

love, shuna

[Lisa D. Walker]

We are all thinking of the both of you. Please know that there are people here that love you both and are here when ever you need us.

[Tea]

Oh, Brett. Please let me know if there is anything you need. Sometimes the road is unbelieveably rocky.

My heart goes out to you.

[barbara]

What can I say that hasn't already been said. Hugs from NZ. We've got a spare bed if you fancy a break down here.

[Jennifer Jeffrey]

My heart dropped to my stomach when I read this. My thoughts are with you.

[jen maiser]

Hi Brett - my thoughts are with you. Let me know if there's anything you need --

[haddock]

I will add to the chorus of well-wishers and offerers of support. Whatever we can do you have but to ask.

[Anita]

I'm sorry to hear about these difficult times. Best wishes to you and I'll keep you in my thoughts!

[Christine]

I hope everything is well with you, Brett.

[Melissa]

Oh Brett, I'm so sorry. We'll miss you too, but we'll be here ready and waiting to read your wonderful words again when your appetite returns. In the meantime, take care of yourself.

[Hande]

Oh, I am afraid I am reading some hints as well. Stay strong, stay healthy and stay yourself. Take your time. We are here.

[Lenn]

Good luck, Brett. I hope it all works out as best it can and that you'll be back with us soon.

Best wishes.

[Brett]

I thank all of you who left comments and emailed me for your kind words of support. It means more to me than you can imagine. Please keep them coming. For those who may be concerned by my somewhat cryptic post, the issue is not health-related.

[neil]

I hope it works out for the best...whichever way that goes, mate. You'll never really lose that letter, it's always there, just for the moment it's hard to see. Take care.

[Nopisto]

Hi Brett,

If you need a break, don't hesitate to come to Spain, we will take care of you from feast to feast. Remember that you owe us a visit to Madrid.

Best

[alan]

As they say in Hawaiian, mälama pono, loosely "take care." I hope you return in good time.

[Doug]

whatever the issue, I wish you only the best in the coming months as you work through it.

[Sonja]

que tengas felices suenos en tiempos dificiles!
All the best to you!
If you ever feel the need to learn about german cooking - just let me know!
I hope soon you will not only be dreaming of happier times.

[Garrett]

If you feel the need to escape the city for a bit, feel free to come north to Sacramento. We'll do what we can to help out.
*hugs*

[rachel]

Please do take the time you need, but also know how many of us who have come to know and love you through this blog are rooting for you and wishing you all the best...

[susan]

hi brett, i wish you the best and a speedy bounce back! will miss your blog and posts.

[Diane]

Brett: I wanted to let you know I am thinking of you, and so very sorry about the turn things have taken. Just know that there many of us out here who, although we have never met you, feel like we know you and wish you nothing but the best.

Hang in there...

[Tana]

Dear Brett,

I can guess the missing letter, and am so sorry for your pain. Take comfort in the love that surrounds you, and take heart in the love that suffuses you. All will be well.

Blessings to you, good man.

Tana

[Christine]

For every door that closes another opens. Take heart and know that in time you will be better.

[Juan-Luis]

Hi Brett.
Thinking of you.
Best,
J-L & Donna

[aja]

Hey Brett,
Do what you need to do - not what you feel you should do. Your soul will tell you what is right.
There are lots of us out here wishing you only good things.
aja

[chasferris]

So Sorry. I discovered the site just AFTER you signe off. I will enjoy reading the dusty files and catching up.

[FJK]

Dear Brett,

I have no words except for praise and consolation. Fond thoughts and best regards.

Faith

[Emilie]

We miss you! Come back soon because we're all going through "In Praise of Sardines" withdrawals.

[Ben]

Oh no!

All the best to you.

I think of you and this blog every time I walk up that steep steep Castro street hill. I always enjoy your writing and have been excited about the restaurant to come.

Anything someone in the city can do for you.. just ask.

[lobstersquad]

brett, I hope whatever it is is solved well and good and soon. We´ll you. Un abrazo muy fuerte.
x

[SilverSara]

Brett,
so sorry to read that you aren't doing well. Hope everything gets better and just to join the ranks of those who miss you and wish you the best.
-sara

[johng]

Well that sucks. Very sorry to hear it and hope you feel better soon. When you do, I must tell you how your love of sardines helped convince me to grill 3 kilos of them for a family reunion in France.

[michel khodair]

pure envy

[Lo Leber]

Brett-

I'm so sorry...I wish you the best. I'll miss your honest food musings and hope that you rediscover your gusto fra poco.

Lorraine

[jane]

i just stumbeld on your blog and read it in its entirety. it's that wonderful.

best of everything to you and thanks for such beuatiful postings.

[shuna fish lydon]

Comment #49:

I have not given up hope.
On any of it.
We miss you.
Love you.
and think of you all the time.

and anyways, I have a feeling when you've gone through through, you'll be even more delicious.
xo shuna

[Anita @ Married ...with Dinner]

Still jonesing for my IPOS fix and hoping all is going as well for you as can be hoped.

When I see Ollalieberries at the market, I think good thoughts in your direction...

[Hande]

Anytime I see/eat sardines and/or olallies, I am thinking of you. Hope you see light. We are here.

[Helena]

Brett, I'm sure you soon will get recovered from your letter loss and put the word "Obert" (that means open in catalan) in your blog. I'll be waiting for you and checking every now and then for a new entry. Meanwhile, I'll feast on your old post.

Hope you feel better.

A big hug for you!

[Anne M.]

I too am sorry I discovered this site AFTER you signed off. I will enjoy reading the old files and catching up. I will also have some sardines grilled the "charcoal boat" - way when I go to Spain in 10 days, to your health and well-being. Take care and remember that the bumbs in our lives is what makes us grow and become stronger and better persons...eventually.

[Kevin at TasteTV]

You have to do what you have to do to remain inspired