Joao, the owner, speaks about 2 words of English, but all the staff speak very good English, French and at least one other language
Fabio, Joao's son, told us that his father was in hospital, having a small operation, so he was in charge
He looked after us personally last night, and when I asked just how the tuna was cooked, as I've tried and just can't do it like they do, invited me into the kitchen to see how - but when it was a bit quieter
Riccardo came over and shook our hands, Rudolph smiled and waved (he's new, only there for the summer hols) and even Nuno said hello.
The wine jug was full to the brim
, the meal was lovely, the dessert really scrummy and then Riccardo poured out the brandy to go with the coffee - about half a bottle went into our glasses And, as always, we were offered the bottle again when we paid. I just had to decline - unheard of
- and Fabio told us the wine was on the house and all the waiters gave me a kiss and shook Grumpy's hand as we left.We staggered home..................
