Opening of La Paillote

Once again there's been quite a gap between posts on the blog (nicely pointed out by one or two emails)! We've been pretty busy with getting La Paillote ready, then the opening, and in between times I'm STILL varnishing/staining the shutters, window frames and front door. I must admit it's looking good. There are just the frames of the East Wing and the new bathroom to do, and then it'll probably be time to start again!
So La Paillote opened on 30th April with Matt racing around being greeter/barman/order taker, whilst Tine is pizza chef and young cousin Charles doing the plat du jour, desserts and salads. The food looks and tastes excellent! The main chef starts on June 12th. Not sure when the other servers start but Matt says he's got a great team lined up.

As for me I'm helping Matt set up in the morning, attempting to keep his paperwork in order and fetching required items when needed. Whilst preparing the opening I must have washed and dried hundreds of glasses.

LCA and Tine tidied up the plant corner and Matt has bought loads more for the bar and restaurant, and it's looking really good!

So far it hasn't been very busy but nicely ticking over. When I've finished this I'm off to the early Happy Hour. Cheers!