My Favourites in Poitou-Charente
Wherever we are in the world we all want quality customer service, people with integrity who strive for excellence. The following are some of the people and businesses that I have had dealings with in Poitou-Charente over the last four years, who have all consistently outperformed and over-delivered on my already high expectations and demands In the main they are local individuals and small enterprises, A mix of British and French, their emphasis in on high standards of workmanship, delivery and service. They are all customer focussed and incredibly responsive I will add more as I come across them, I would appreciate your feedback as to your levels of satisfaction with them. I have not listed them in any particular order and I am listing them only because they merit listing. I hope that you will experience an equally high level of satisfaction
Meeting Health Needs in France I consider myself an expert on disability and disability related issues. Usually once I have completed my initial assessments, I am able to find my way around the French system connecting with the relevant individuals and organisations, that enables my clients to resolve the difficulties that face them and their families At times if I have run into cul-de-sacs with my research or there are additional complicating factors outside my sphere of knowledge I usually turn to one person for advice and guidance. This individual seems to know more about the whole French healthcare system and its workings than many of the French professionals I have worked with over the years His name is Peter Owen, a regular contributor to various forums on health related issues, he is also a lead adviser on health matter on at least one of the bigger forums. He has written a guide Healthcare in France, A Guide for the Expatriate.
Click here to contact Peter Owen I had heard about this 'excellent' curry from various friends and clients, but I grew up in London and before coming to France had spent four years working in Bradford, it surely couldn't compare to those curry's I had been spoilt with, how could it? The first time we came across Popsy's Curry was at Aulnay market, my wife, a curry lover, suggested that we take some home. I now know how it could compare with those curry's I had previously been spoilt with Obviously fresh ingredients, wonderfully spiced dishes, perfect rices, barji's, nans and all kinds of mouth watering side dishes. One word describes their food; DELICIOUS Since that first time we had eaten Popsy's curry several times and can honestly say that we have never been disappointed. Recently we had family come to stay with us, we visited the market at St Jean D'Angely, Popsy and her husband were also there and we took a curry home with us. With no prompting from us our family all commented on how wonderful the food was From experience I know how much work goes into preparing and serving food. I appreciate the long hours and how hard they have had to work to reach the level of quality that they have. But they still manage to do this and provide service with a smile and a kind word The next time you want an exceptionally good curry, find Popsy at the markets she covers or call/email her to order and collect it from Popsy's place in Coivert (17330), you will not be disappointed For further details or enquires Popsy's Curry
Fishing Fun Close to where I live is a place to fish, not something I have done since I was a young teenager. Les Sources du Moulin de Migre is a safe, family friendly, fun day out Fishing takes place along both banks of a 500 metre stretch of water. Fish are released twice a day, mainly trout but with other breeds as well. The site and its facilities, play area, bar, picnic area are situated in a beautiful rural setting. If you are interested in birds and particularly birds of prey you will not be disappointed with a visit here Although not yet fully wheelchair accessible (it is planned to be during the next year)it does offer almost complete level access, including disabled toilets. It is certainly suitable for people with reduced mobility, and as long as one is prepared to negotiate, externally, an uneven stone surface in parts, wheelchair or not, you will have a great time there The fishing is open from April to september on Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday and all French bank holidays. For further information or just an excellent fun day out
Lights and Light Fittings I literally stumbled across this gem of a shop whilst strolling around the old part of La Rochelle. I had been having difficulties finding suitable lighting for a part of my home, and despite numerous trips to the larger chain type stores, never quite found what I was looking for Formes Et Lumieres 2000 can be found at It is a smallish shop but packed with incredibly interesting lighting and light fittings. The range of stock is wide, well chosen and will meet the demands of all budgets. The couple that own and run it are friendly, professional and among the most helpful shop owners that I have met in France If like me you like to experience personal service from people that know about their area of trade, I can whole-heartedly recommend that you visit this lighting oasis Limited spoken English
A Nice Fresh Cup of Tea Sometimes when I am working in or visiting the old part of St Jean d'Angely I like to stop and have a fresh cup of tea. The only place that I would choose to do this is The Tea Rooms. Run by Sarah and her daughter Jessica, they will offer you quite possibly the best cup of tea that you will find in this part of France Always friendly, always time to chat and offer insight, always a lovely cup of tea or other drink. They manage to offer a selection of British groceries, cards and tea sets in a setting that you may equate with a tea shop in Harrogate or Hastings Find them on your next visit to St Jean at All Things Computers We called out Christian Frebutte, who not only visited us at home but repaired our computer and saved all the information in under three hours. It also works better than it ever had previously
We haven't had to call Christian out again, but have given his number to all of our friends who have had problems with their computers. Our friends, both British and French, have all reported excellent service and 100% satisfaction. He really is a computer wizard, polite, professional and a very nice person as well Christian speaks excellent English and French (He is from Belgium) and, if possible, he will assist you to resolve your computer difficulties by talking you through it on the telephone, if it still requires a visit to your home he is prompt and reliable. I have no hesitation in recommending his services to anybody who is having problems with their computer You can contact him by email - christian.frebutte@wanadoo.fr Cars Why? The owner has always been meticulous in listening to our requests and ensuring that any problems are resolved comprehensively. We trust his professionalism Our experience has been one of complete satisfaction, if my wife has gone there she knows the owner has integrity and that he will not take advantage to try and earn extra money. It seems for him no problem is too complex or too small and he is also incredibly nice If you have car issues I would recommend visiting him first at Garage Francis Enard Limited spoken English Satellite and Terrestrial installations
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Christophe Davaze
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