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The weather here in this little corner of paradise continues to be glorious, with clear, blue skies and temperatures in the upper 60s. We decided today to take a stroll along the section of the port promenade that we had yet to explore, so this morning we did so. Along this stretch we passed numerous pleasure boats moored in their berths, a seashell museum, movie theater, a restaurant with an inviting terrace, a hair dresser (coiffeur) and a marine supply/rental shop.
On our return walk, as it was approaching lunchtime, we passed Le Bar du Port, where we had eaten on the night of our arrival. The chalkboard menu displayed outside included some interesting dishes, so we grabbed a table on the terrace. Shortly thereafter, Anthony (the friendly waiter we met on our first visit) welcomed us, and then took our orders for white asparagus and breaded shrimp. The servings turned out to be just the size for us, and the asparagus was simply delicious. We washed everything down with a couple gins and tonic (Anthony makes a mean G&T!), savoring the food and ambience while we ate our meals.
As I was starting to sip my espresso, we
received quite the unexpected surprise, when Anthony brought two glasses of champagne to our table. Initially, Dee thought it was a complimentary gesture on his or the restaurant's behalf. But as he set the glasses down he announced that the champagne was courtesy of Jean-Pierre, the concierge (gardien) in our apartment building!
Now, this turn of events surprised and puzzled us to no end. How in god's name did Jean-Pierre know that we were having lunch at Le Bar du Port? When we queried Anthony, he explained that Jean-Pierre had passed by on the street, noticed us eating on the terrace, and ordered the glasses of champagne for us. Wow, we were stunned, so we quickly sent Jean-Pierre a text message of thanks, to which he replied "My pleasure"!
After lunch we strolled up our street to stop at the bakery shop (boulangerie) that had been closed yesterday. Although we were too late to buy croissants, which sell-out during the mornings, we did purchase a baguette. We also drooled at the enticing pastry items on display (see photo), but managed to resist temptation...at least for now!
As we continued further, we passed several real estate agencies with
outrageously priced offerings of properties in the area. Most of them were in the 4 to 6 million euros range, but we did notice a tiny 500 sq. ft. apartment on sale for a modest 850,000 euros! We also passed by some interesting restaurants with terraces that overlook the port below, and discovered the bus stop from where we can reach Nice and points in-between.
Tomorrow we are anticipating vegetable vendors to set-up shop across the street from our apartment building. Dee loves these markets, and we've visited many of them in Paris and other parts of France during our past travels.
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Jeni
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I’m so envious of the amazing weather you are having. The seashell museum sounds interesting, I didn’t think there was enough seashells to have a museum dedicated to it. Le Bar Du Port is quickly becoming your main watering hole, they already know your name. So sweet of Jean-Pierre to send some glasses of champagne your way after seeing you on the terrace. Is that your pleasure boat you purchased with the small apartment? 😉 you are definitely in paradise.