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So, yesterday was a litle wetter than last weekend, and you had to dodge a few raindrops (5 inches of raindrops), but that gave us the excuse to explore the grandstand, and find the raw oysters. Shucked as we watched, and at $12 a dozen, not as overpriced as much of the food. And one of the oysters we got was so large, it should have counted as three. They were salty, and cold. Then, as the rain let up, we decided to visit our friends at Beer Booth No. 3, the St. Catherine of Siena Men's Club. While I do not go to the fest to dring beer and soft drinks, this group does take pride in doing what they can to improve what they sell - keep it cold. The system is an elaborate series of three ice water holding areas, and normally results in cold beer even on the hottest day. Yesterday was slow, and we were pressed into service as cashier and ice handler while the rain fell.

On the way out, we grabbed some pies and pralines for later that night. Pies were great, with flaky crust, even in the humidity. The pralines were not made in my favorite style, but my significant other loved her "original."

And we did go the hear the music, as well. Just like the food, there are some groups you can only hear at Jazzfest. The sounds are as diverse as the food.