Lazy Friday

Lazy Fridays in Nantes have become a loved and devoutly honoured tradition for me. I am done with class at noon and then the weekend officially begins. After meeting with some friends after class, we construct our picnic. Friday picnic consists of a fresh baguette, fromage—sometimes even from a local fromagerie if we are feeling extra lux, maybe a tomato, and a bottle of local wine. We wander semi-aimlessly around the city in sight of the perfect picnic spot. Sunshine is definitely a necessity, an influx of French people to watch, and a place for us to sit down and spread out. Voila, the recipe for a perfect Friday afternoon. C’est absolument parfait!

Obviously picnics are not exclusively a French tradition, but the afternoon vibes here make it seem like such an obvious thing to do. What could be more important than enjoying a beautiful day in good company, savouring the delicate taste of brie—or the not so delicate taste of Roquefort on fresh, crusty bread.