Day out in France

Whilst in Innellan we received a promotional email regarding day trips to France, Dover Calais by P&O ferries. Car and up to six passengers for £23, plus they give you six bottles of wine. Couldn’t get six people into the car so just the three of us went. Weather was a bit inclement with seas crashing over the bows, but Gwen thoroughly enjoyed the journey. By the time we reached France the sun was out and it was time for lunch. Had taken precaution of booking a table in Le restaurant Aquare'aile, situated in a block of flats overlooking the sea and beaches along the coast. 
Very unusual location, but the views are to die for and the food is excellent although as expensive as la Gavroche in London. 

great view of the gardens of the homes along the beach

The restaurant was fairly busy but not full, yet all the sea view windows were taken, so we were pleased to have prebooked.

Quality of food and service was excellent and the glasses of house wine (driving so could not benefit a bottle) matched the superior quality of food.

Judith happy to not have to worry about the washing up

As per usual, close to the sea, must have scallops

Gwen chose the smoked salmon. Great to see thick slices of the home cured and smoked wild salmon

Judith went for her favourite foie gras

The bread, little amuse bouche and starters were excellent.

didnt take Gwen long to demolish her sole

the fresh thick juicy cod was cooked to perfection, topped with a parsley herbcrust and a delicate selection of roast vegetables

Judith loved the duck with its rich sauce

Over forty cheeses to choose from and the puds, even Judith and l partook in the debauchery.

The puddings were so good that Judith's and Gwen s had disappeared before l had time to photograph them.

Mine was an intense lemon tart with sherbet sticks and a pine nut base. Delicious.