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About this time last year I wrote a post about the 10 bucket list new destinations I’d like to go to over the next couple of years or so. Well, I’ve only managed to tick off one this year – to Istanbul – but I’ve still had a fantastic year of travel and eating, and […]
Read MoreOne of the many lovely things about being in Normandy last week was the wonderful cheeses in the markets and cheese shops. I love cheese but especially these rich, creamy varieties like Camembert. However, my favourite in the region – and our favourite last year when in the area with my family – is Neufchatel. […]
Read MoreAfter my excursion to lovely Cambremer yesterday I decided to stay near the villa in the evening. I ate at a nearby brasserie that’s always quite busy – Le Drakkar – but the meal wasn’t very interesting. Afterwards, I headed the hundred metres or so up to the beach where I was surprised to see […]
Read MoreThere was a glimmer of sun yesterday afternoon and I decided to take the bac – a small ferry – that connects Deauville and Trouville across the harbour entrance. This is the most direct route from Villa Caprice to Trouville beach and definitely a fun thing to do. Run by a couple of friendly ferrymen, […]
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