Beverly Hills, Windsor Castle Restaurant.
At a booth, the waiter delivered various exquisite meals, arranging them in front of two customers.
Los Angeles' most famous critic, Kenneth Turan, tied his napkin and looked across at Martin, "A meal here doesn't come cheap."
Martin likewise fastened his napkin and said, "When old friends gather, we must eat something different."
In fact, Kenneth Turan was quite pleased with Martin's choice of a restaurant where a single person's consumption reached nearly a US Dollar, seeing it as a form of respect.
If they had casually eaten barbecue at any street-side restaurant, where would the style of Los Angeles' number one film critic be?
Martin had invited Kenneth out to eat with a very clear goal, having done his homework, "I have always remembered your guidance and help."
Kenneth waved his hand dismissively, "It's hardly guidance, just a few film reviews."
