The Botched Language Of Cranes

Giorgio Armani is an Italian luxury fashion house known for high-end clothing including tuxedos.

“I bought an Armani tuxedo, spent a week working on my speech”— Frasier

A fictional coffeehouse in Seattle that serves as a regular gathering place for the characters on Frasier.

“Even at the Café Nervosa, my sanctuary, I thought they were trying out the new cappuccino maker”— Frasier

Tropical cocktails often served in tiki bars, typically garnished with small paper umbrellas.

“I might as well use one of those little paper ones they put in Polynesian drinks!”— Frasier

An Italian espresso-based coffee drink traditionally prepared with steamed milk foam.

“I thought they were trying out the new cappuccino maker - I turned and saw three tables hissing at me!”— Frasier

Former First Lady of the United States (1981-1989), wife of President Ronald Reagan, who was criticized for lavish White House spending.

“Well, worked for Nancy Reagan. After her first year in the White House she was widely criticized for her lavish spending.”— Niles

A nickname for Seattle, but originally the city in L. Frank Baum's 'The Wonderful Wizard of Oz.'

“it's another gray, depressing day here in the Emerald City”— Frasier

A reference to the famous 'There once was a man from Nantucket' limerick tradition, known for bawdy humor.

“Why don't I call Bulldog and ask him for a couple of limericks from his Nantucket series?!”— Frasier

A comic novel by Joe Keenan, published in 1988, featuring the character Sister Joselia.

“[N.B. "Sister Joselia" is the name of a character from Joe Keenan's early novels, "Blue Heaven" and "Putting On The Ritz."]”— Frasier

A comic novel by Joe Keenan, published in 1991, a sequel to 'Blue Heaven.'

“[N.B. "Sister Joselia" is the name of a character from Joe Keenan's early novels, "Blue Heaven" and "Putting On The Ritz."]”— Frasier

A popular song originally from the 1921 Ziegfeld Follies, later associated with Barbra Streisand and famously performed by Nancy Reagan at a satirical dinner.

“She responding by appearing at a satirical dinner wearing cheap store clothes and performing "Secondhand Rose."”— Niles

A cultural and religious holiday celebrated on March 17, honoring Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland.

“You'll change your tune when you see the outfit I got him for St. Patrick's Day!”— Daphne

American television personality and talk show host, known for co-hosting 'Live with Regis and Kathie Lee.'

“their first choice had become available: the irrepressible Kathie Lee Gifford!”— Frasier

A fictional newspaper columnist in Seattle who appears in the Frasier universe.

“Derek Mann mentioned you in his column.”— Martin

British theoretical physicist and cosmologist, known for his work on black holes and for his book 'A Brief History of Time.'

“Yes, but unfortunately Stephen Hawking is not here to explain it to us!”— Niles

Legendary American television host who hosted 'The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson' from 1962 to 1992.

“Do what Johnny Carson used to do - just make a joke about how bad it is. Hmmm? Bomb-o!”— Martin

The RMS Titanic was a British passenger liner that sank in the North Atlantic Ocean in 1912 after hitting an iceberg.

“A Rabbi, a Minister and a Priest, are all sitting at the bar on the Titanic...”— Frasier

A fictional Sunday morning cable TV show hosted by the fictional Bishop Cologie in the Frasier universe.

“our chairman and host of the popular Sunday morning cable TV show, "Pancakes and Parables."”— Mike

A fictional hospital in the Frasier universe (though St. Bartholomew's Hospital is also a famous real hospital in London).

“St. Bartholomew's Hospital wants you to emcee their annual benefit.”— Roz

A brand name for transparent thermoplastic, often used as a lightweight alternative to glass.

“let Pet Paradise console you with a tasteful Plexiglas memorial bearing the likeness of your departed friend”— Frasier

Traditional flat-bottomed rowing boats iconic to the canals of Venice, Italy.

“Do I drive to work today or just hail a passing gondola?!”— Frasier