Wednesday, 15 June 2011

Offendorf

Gill & François have a delightful entertaining space in their courtyard and "firehouse" in the village of Offendorf north of Strasbourg.
 A feature of any visit is the traditional Alsacienne Tarte Flambée evening.

Before setting off for the Alps we had just such a gathering: Irene, Jean-Dominique, François, Benoit, Fred, Jean-Georges, Gill, Jean-Pierre, Annie & Cliff.
 Win sent her apologies :-(

Gill and François have a pond surrounded by raspberries, redcurrants, cherries and gooseberries, all of which have found their way onto the dining table. The pond also has a thriving and somewhat noisy population of frogs.  François and I attempted to catch some to take them to another safe haven (definitely not for the frogs legs!)  The trick is to tickle them so they jump/swim toward a submerged net, whereupon they must be whipped out and caught before they escape. 
It's a trick François and I are still trying to master:  Frogs 3,  C&F 0.

1 comment:

  1. sounds like you have been very busy. Lots of beautiful scenery and flowers. Weather looks good.Stamina is holding up??Nice to go and spend time at different places and enjoy the hospitality.Yes I would be hanging on too!!!!Too close to the edge for me.Have fun.Ed n Noel

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