Dole

Day 21
Tuesday  16th July 2013
What a luxury...waking up without the prospect of moving. No start up sirens, no drumming engine noise, no vibration, no agenda!!!

 

We thoroughly enjoyed Dole.

 

Underground Roman tunnels

A late start, dining buddies sorted, ( our Aussie mates Peter and Joan) a restaurant table " a la terrace" booked, visitor information discovered, boutique shops invaded, it was  time for a creperie  lunch.

With a 6:00pm rendezvous organised, the girls headed off to shop without me hanging on.

Unfortunately for them, a surprise for moi meant returning early. Without the necessary keys, they returned to the boat, broke in through the hatch, dropped to the floor, popped the macaroons in the fridge and sweltered.

 

G and I walked the streets and passageways, following a "carte" , discovering arches and laneways, cloisters and Roman caves, bridges, staircases, historic gardens, vaulted ceilings, overhanging entrances, belly shaped ballustrading, Louis pasteur's origins and the original tannery..so much of which was built in the 13th century.......it was outstanding!!!



We had selected this setting for our dinner tonight



Bon appetite!!

 

 

........... and the other hidden treasure?.......boutique wine shop!!

Enjoyed drinkies at 7:00 with Champagne and Cassis, a superb a la carte dinner, a beautiful setting and stimulating conversation. It doesn't get much better than this!!