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• Vegetarian and vegan bliss in Poitiers

This tearoom and restaurant is one of the few in France run by a vegan who's a restauranteuse recognised by Michelin. Her ambitions for this delightful restaurant with a small outdoor terrace (in a quiet alley off a pedestrianized throroughfare) now extend beyond delicious meals to offer themed evenings for groups (opening Friday and Saturday evenings this summer for both concerts and events: see the website). She specialises in veggie dishes and at least one vegan main course and dessert daily, though this being France some flesh-based options are also available. Organic wine and a wide range of teas (my favourite is green oolong)are available for sale as well as with the meal. The décor is original and intimate and the friendly staff give great service in the small eating area. It is most unusual in France to find an eatery which opens from noon throughout the afternoon, thus combining a classic teatime experience with an excellent vegetarian restaurant later on. Perfect!