We’re so lucky!

Many readers write about the problems and difficulties of life in France so we are highlighting a pleasant experience.

Published Saturday 01 February 2020 - 10:06 Modified Saturday 01 February 2020 - 10:06

Most weeks we visit our local market and take the opportunity to go for a petit crème.

This week, on leaving, the owner offered us our coffee free as a thank you for being regulars.

Perhaps we are lucky to live in a lovely part of France with very nice French people!

John and Margaret ALLEN, Côtes-d’Armor

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