Those of us who love St Barth will always return despite the less-than-favorable current exchange rate with the euro. But be assured, you will always be able to eat well at a reasonable price - especially for lunch. Most of the island's restaurants have a "plat du jour" (special of the day) at very affordable prices. One favorite is La Marine, which is located right on the harbor in Gustavia (on La Pointe - across the harbor from the main part of town). They offer three daily specials for 12 €, and you won't leave hungry! Each day at lunchtime, they have a salad of the day (often loaded with shrimp and smoked salmon or prosciutto), a fish of the day, and a meat entrée. Others to keep in mind are The Hideaway in St Jean for 10 €, The Wall House on La Pointe in Gustavia for 9.50 €, Le Repaire in Gustavia for 12 €, La Creperie in Gustavia for 10 €, Ti Zouk K'fe on La Pointe in Gustavia for 10 €, and Le Wok in Lorient for 12.50 €. Recent offerings at Ti Zouk K'fe were a ballottine of salmon or the chef's rabbit, whereas Le Wok offered mahi-mahi in a green curry sauce. Not bad eats!