The Historical Algonquin Hotel: Its Famous Cat and the Famed and Naughty “Blue Bar.”
During a recent visit to New York City, we stayed at the 122-year old Algonquin Hotel. We’ve stayed at the hotel once before, however, this time, the hotel revealed its historical past through the Blue Bar menu and a chance meeting with Hamlet, the cat.
As we sat at one of the tables in the Blue Bar, I imagined how this place must have been in years gone by. It apparently was the spot where artists , writers, musicians and other creative people hung out. I felt comfortable writing, thinking and sipping on a drink which had been conjured-up over a century ago.
As I walked out of the elevator, I bumped into the current Hamlet as he walked around his splendid residence. He was accompanied by his caretaker who introduced us and shared his interesting history. What a delight!
Cheers to The Algonquin! Cheers to your lively and colorful past. And cheers to Hamlet the Cat who is the 12th generation of the Expert-in-residence!
