Because of the previous night's revelry, the majority of Wednesday was spent moping around the apartment sleeping and eating. However, we dragged ourselves out later for Laura's friend Eva to drive us to Epernay (in the Champagne region), where we had proper champagne in a little bar. It was so bubbly it melted on the tongue, and the scenery of the vineyards on the way was breathtaking.
When we got back we met with Jo back at L'Apostrophe (the bar we had been to on the first day) and had a meal there. I had what can only be described as a basket of fish: salmon, monk fish, cod and prawns on a bed of noodles and veg in a wicker basket. It was really nice and I am glad I went for something a bit adventurous. For dessert I sampled the traditional café gourmand, which I had been recommended by Laura. It was a cup of tea (usually coffee, hence the 'café') surrounded by miniature puddings including chocolate mousse, crème brûlée, a profiterole with ice cream and a pistachio macaroon with whipped cream - amazing! It was quite late when we finished, and we were catching a train to Paris fairly early the next day so we went to bed as soon as we arrived back, after packing of course!
On Thursday we did the typical Parisian sights, as Chris had never been. We started with Laura and had a sandwich in a park for lunch before heading to the Maree (vintage section) for a gander. I got some real leather shorts for 20 euros which I thought was a bargain. Laura had to leave us shortly after to do some interviews, so Chris and I walked around to see the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, the Louvre, the Champs Elysées etc, before meeting back up with Laura in a really cool little bar that served 'happy hour' cocktails from 4-10pm.
We got crepes for tea (I had mozzarella and chorizo) and then we went back to the bar! Laura went to catch a train back to Reims at 7.30pm, so Chris and I hung around Paris for a bit longer before making our way to the hotel we had booked for the night by the airport. We stayed at the Park Radisson, and it was pleasant enough, perfect for our flight the next day as the airport shuttle is free and runs all day.
Our flight was just after 1pm on the Friday, so we had a bit of a lie in before checking out and making our way there; and we got back at around 2pm UK time. It was a fabulous holiday - I love France anyway, and it was great to catch up with Laura. I'm sure I'll be back soon!
Yaaay another blogging buddy! This trip sounds amazing! Love all the pics, especially the one of all the desserts, yummm! Xxx
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