Fête, Fête, Fête

Yep it’s that time of the year again when the whole of France goes in to party mode and one thing’s for sure they certainly know how to do it. This year in particular we seem to have attended either a fête or party every other night since we got back from the UK. It all started back in July on Bastille Day, as I mentioned in the last blog, and comes to a crescendo this weekend with the Najac festival on the 21st, 22nd and 23rd. In between there’s been a couple of large fêtes one of which had as the nights entertainment a karaoke disco. I had considered doing my rendition of the classic Eagles track Lyin’ Eyes but at 6 minutes 12 seconds I thought the French weren’t quite prepared for such a long introduction to my lack of singing talent. Having said that I’m not quite sure they were ready for Barbara’s dancing but she went for it anyway...

The entertainment at the fêtes varies dramatically from French country music as above to major French rock bands like Froidjouer. Chris Martin better watch out.

The night markets have also been in full swing in Najac with the final one of the year being held last week. These are great events where along with the normal ‘market’ items, cheap sunglasses, clothes & jewellery, you have the opportunity to sample some of the local delicacies. A very popular product this year is the locally reared Ostrich which is great if you manage to get some of the breast but no so good if you’re left with a leg.

Despite all the partying we have had the opportunity to source a few more items for our Ebay enterprise. This poor chap caught Barbara’s eye but as his hat was missing she decided he could be left on the scrap heap. You have to be ruthless when you’re building a multi-million pound business! It was at the same event in Villefranche de Rouergue that we witnessed the French version of meals on wheels. Better than the normal burger van found at British cat boot sales.