San Stefanos Online ~ North West Corfu

Great photos, especially love Harry!

Pop by and say 'Hi' Waspman...always nice to meet everyone!

Another hot one, and sunny until about 6pm, when it did cloud over slightly, but not enough to worry about.

Sorry but todays update is short and sweet. I haven't actually left the shop today due to gippy tum, not caused by any local establishments I hasten to add!!
So an afternoon in bed, and an evening in the shop quietly painting. And with me not eating, hubby had the perfect excuse to treat himself to a gyros from Yiannis!!

Should hopefully be fine again tomorrow, so will go for a wander and hopefully be more in touch with whats going on!!

Well, after last nights brief storm, today has been hot, hot ,hot! 

The village was pretty quiet this afternoon, as it seemed the best place to be was on the beach or by the pool.

This evening was busy, with most of the bars doing a good trade, entertainment wise there was karaoke in Thomas Bay, and Katie Perry tribute in Condor.

Quite a few heading to Aquarius for a quiet drink, and a number of people sat in amongst the gorgeous roses in Summer Dreams garden.

A new structure has appeared on the side of Olympia, I'm guessing probably in place to be covered to make a nice shaded area under which to sit. Their garden area to the side of the restaurant also looks really nice, with comfy seats in which to sit is you just fancy a drink.

Another nice, hot and sunny day 
It did get a little cloudy early evening, and pretty humid, so we were expecting maybe a thunderstorm, but it didn't materialise, which was good.

The beach was busy this afternoon....being Sunday, there were a fair number of Greeks enjoying the seaside, as well as the visitors.

This evening there was quite a few people having late dinner, in Yiannis Gyros, as well as the newer grillroom next to Bar 38. Last year this opened under the name of 'Delicious', this year there has been a change of name, and change of ownership, with Sophia, who owns the building (and used to have a gift shop in the same premises), at the helm. 

Thanks Dupnica, for the name, and reminding us about Gravia....you're right, another lovely place on the cliff, with views to die for!

Took myself off to the beach this afternoon for a chance to enjoy the sun and sea. Lots of people there, on sunbeds outside Mango, and Waves, and quite a lot of cars parked indicating visitors from other resorts.
The sea was refreshing, and quite a few waves were rolling in due to a breeze (fortunately not a chilly one!). There was even enough surf for the two kite surfers that arrived. Made for quite an interesting afternoon watching them.

The daytime temperature at the moment seems to be settling nicely at around the mid 20's mark, according to the display on San Stef car hire opposite us. Last year I remember watching it creep up daily as the season progressed into July and August, hitting 40 a few times, before edging down again in September.   

Nice hot day today, and the sun is getting that 'Greek intensity' about it.
Still a little cool in the evening, but I did go for a walk tonight in just a T-shirt, and it wasn't cold. Sorry, let me re-phrase that! No cardigan over my T shirt....

Quite a number of people were enjoying the morning sun and a bite to eat at 3 W's this morning. We've not eaten there yet, although have been for drinks many a time, but I've heard Margarita does a mean ommelette!

A walk around the older part of the village this evening saw the tavernas and restaurants there doing pretty good trade, it's very atmospheric to eat at one of the places there, listening to the sound of the waves, and after dark seeing the twinkling of lights on the Diapontia Islands   

A slightly hazy day, but nice all the same!

Many people out and about this morning, doing their last minute shopping and saying their farewells. And nice to hear people saying 'see you next year'.

This evening many were enjoying the last of todays sun whilst enjoying a meal on the terrace of Yianni's grill room, and most restaurants were all doing a good trade.

Had a couple come into our shop this afternoon, having just arrived. Last year they came over on the bus from Sidari for the day, and were telling me then how this seemed such a nice friendly place to stay....this year they've come here for a fortnight, staying for 2 weeks at Vicky apartments. Another 2 San Stef converts!!   

A nice sunny day, just a little breezy.

Today saw the wedding of Kasia and Nikos, from Athens Bar. Lots of guests started to congregated at around 10am, and the groom, looking very smart in suit and waistcoat left at around 11am. A coach arrived to pick up most of the guests, to take to the ceremony. It was so nice to see everyone all dressed up, especially people who are usually dressed so casually.

The bride left at just gone midday, and looked beautiful in a white, strapless dress, with flowers in her hair. Just before she left, Yiannis, from the Gyros place opposite let off some dynamite, and shots from his shotgun, in true Greek fashion!

A little late with todays post, as we closed a little earlier than usual, and popped over to Arillas for a beer, and to catch the second half of a gig by 'The Worried Men', a four man band consisting of local retired ex pats. They're very good, and played at Nafsika earlier in May. If they come to San Stef again, I'll let you know.