Always visit the local markets
The once French-speaking-only market men
recognise “lekker” (tasty) and advise to store nougat
“niet in de ijskast” (not in the fridge).

Amazing how much merchants set aside
what must be an inate dislike
of foreigners
but they bring the coin
so they smile
and speak
your
language

Vannes is very pretty, a city in the South of Brittany, France.
Medieval streets, but much lower building than in Italy.
Where many small shops are stocked with care for detail.

Where the maritime life permeates everything
until even the painter at work
is wearing a cute striped cardigan

19 july 2023, Vannes, France.