Lyon is magnificent. This shot was taken on top of Lyon, at the Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourvière. Despite the fog, I was blown away by the lights on the streets. It was breath taking.
It was a little weird to speak more French than English. Back home in Paris, I was very used to speaking French only when I need to. However, in Lyon, it was actually extremely rare to hear people speak English. Well, at least it was good practice for me. The Lyonnaise are also extremely nice too. They were very accommodating and loved it when I tried to speak as much French as possible. SQ even commented that I sound really sexy when I speak French.
Don’t think so.
Anyway, Lyonnaise food is spectacular. With so many Michelin star restaurants around and surprising hidden jewels tucked away in the alleys, I was always trying something new. I think one of the best meals that I have ever had in my life was the lunch set menu at Le Musee. The chef, despite his halting English, came out to explain in detail of the various entrees and main courses for the day. He urged me to speak in French completely with him, and he applauded me for my effort. Lunch at Le Musee was interesting because the people sitting around us offered us wine and chocolates. I also received a glass of whiskey from a friendly stranger in the restaurant who was celebrating his birthday. Asides from Lyonnaise food, the French-Asian mix cuisines are fabulous too, and I was quite surprised at the Japanese take-aways we had for brunch today.
Well i’m back in Paris now and am awaiting for the arrival of my mum and sis. Linandes is pretty empty. Everyone is gone, except for Madalena, Joana, Marcos, Leyla and I. In 2 days time, it will be just me. Feels a little weird that everyone has gone back home.
16 days to go before I’m back in Singapore.
I’m looking forward to see everyone in SG again.
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