PB,
I believe SC was joking because when we first started discussing where the meet would be and where to eat, Shula's and smoking/non-smoking became a major topic of conversation. So much so, that we have to look back now and laugh. Well, at least I do.
I think Shula's must be a NY/East Coast thing. I loved it too, but wouldn't necessarily base a vacation around it. I guess I'm not too picky when it comes to my food.
TIS