There was still no connection to the internet, despite being connected to the router. In order to discover the result of Thursday's referendum I switched on French TV. I could tell from their glum faces that the vote was to leave the European Community. My daughter confirmed it be SMS.
This time we drove south to some more places we had not visited. The first was Notre Dame du Monts. It was the most pristine resort I have seen with a huge beach. Along this beach I saw a group of youngsters driving sand yachts around the beach. We moved on to see St Jean du Monts which a rather larger resort but few people about. On the seafront we discovered a small brasserie where we ordered moules mariniere with cream. It tasted beautiful and the mussels were cooked to perfection. We completed the little meal with cheesecake which was also very good.
We took a particular route back to base so that we could call at the other vineyard which virtually next door to our previous find. Another case of wine was purchased for a little under 49 euros. My wine rack at home is FULL! In the evening we went for the last time to Villa Noe. This time we had sea bream and it was as good as ever.
Our visit to Pornic, France has been a gastronomic delight! We have sampled French cooking in a style not encountered before. This is what we now know as French as opposed to French recipes with a British twist. The original is certainly the best. Speaking about our experience last week we have come to the conclusion that there was no highlight as so many experiences were exciting and educational. It was a great week's holiday.
Driving back followed by a short night's sleep on board the ferry we found extremely tiring. Next time we shall dfo more detailed planning so we don't endure such fatigue. b there will be a next time in Pornic. Of this we are sure. It is a lovely area with lots to see.
Over and out till September when we are off to Spain again.
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