What style is M&M? Is it a Korean barbecue rib or something altogether different?

Great idea, thanks

Any suggestions on where to see the fireworks, then? Or do you suggest watching them on TV....

I'm from Alabama, but would take any decent version of a Southern barbecue (East or West NC, Tennessee, Memphis, etc.). I'll take a look at BT's.

As a reformed Southerner living in Boston, I've been craving barbecue and unable to find any that meets my expectations. I've tried Red Bones, Blue Ribbon, Soulfire etc. and not found anything that approximates Southern-style barbecue. Is there such a thing to be had in the Boston area? If so, where?

Thanks. I was initially leaning towards cooking in the apartment and wandering down to the Eiffel Tower around midnight. I will certainly avoid the Champs and stay closer to the Grenelle area. Any recommendations for a poissonnier near Rue du Bac? We love oysters (have the benefit of living in Massachusetts near some of the best American oysters) and were planning to visit Huitrerie Regis.

For restaurants, we'd love something authentic but not stuffy. I would stay away from molecular gastronomy and focus on refined rustic dishes in a beautiful setting. We tend to be farm to table eaters -- does that give some direction?

Hi, we will be in Paris the week of 26 December through 2 January in an apartment rented in the 7e on Rue de Grunelle. I know that we are many months away, I can't help starting the planning process now and we are looking for a good New Year's Eve option in Paris, as well as general restaurant recommendations. Though we are considering staying in on NYE (with wine, oysters, etc), we'd also like the option of a fantastic Parisian meal, but we'd like to avoid the typical US NYE meal (read: overpriced and bland). Where would be your ideal NYE destination in Paris?

Based on the general sentiment it seems that we would be remiss to not have lunch at Le Cinq. What are the other not-to-be-missed Parisian food experiences? This will not be purely a foodie trip, but we'd like to complement our trip with several memorable meals.

Lastly, we are considering a cooking class in Paris (perhaps combined with a market visit). Is this worthwhile or just a tourist trap? Is there any particular operator/host that you might recommend?

Many thanks!
Brian