A Buffet lunch, football, and walking to Antibes

We’ve been invited for dinner to Ismael’s and Sarah’s place quite a few times recently, so we figured it was about time to return the favor, and invite them over to our humble abode. Warda was visiting the Cote d’Azur this weekend, so we decided to invite her and Youcef as well. We gave our invitees the choice between lunch and dinner, noting that our swimming pool was at their disposal as well. So, not surprisingly, lunch was the final choice…

We decided to go for a buffet-style meal, which we served on the balcony – thankfully the weather was perfect for it. I think the meal went down pretty well – I was particularly pleased about the positive comments made about my strawberry-speculos-tiramisu I once more prepared as a dessert. The swimming pool turned out to be quite a success as well. We’re putting it to quite heavy use now, that the weather is well and truly “summery”.




Our guests decided to stay and watch the Football world cup quarter-final between Argentine and Germany, as well. Quite a surprising match, Germany massacring Argentina 4-0 after some very impressive play. A bit of a disappointing effort from Argentina, but Germany definitely looked impressive. Definite contenders for the cup…

The evening promised yet more football, with Spain taking on Portugal. A bit of a disappointing and boring game considering the offensive potential of the two teams – especially Portugal really played on the back foot. Thankfully, Spain clinched it after a late finisher by the always-dangerous David Villa.

The next day, wanting to do something active, we had the brilliant idea to walk to Antibes and back – in searing heat. No idea what got into us? It’s not a particularly pleasant walk, since there isn’t a dedicated footpath for most of the way. So we had the choice of walking on the rocky beach, or next to cars, stuck in a traffic jam… A couple of swims on the way provided respite, and the generous salads we had for lunch in the old town of Antibes were a nice bonus. We also took in some nice views of the Fort Carré (the impressive fortress overlooking the port, dating back to the 16th century) of Antibes. I suppose it was good exercise as well. Still, I think we’ll take the train or car the next time ;-)