Rouen traders in uncertainty with the last shopping before New Year’s Eve on the 31st

Traders wait for purchasers who come to do their last shopping before Christmas Eve on December 31st. The homeowners of the outlets hope that they are going to be there. If for the second this appears to be the case, it stays unsure, coronavirus disaster requires.

In entrance of the fish market “Le trawl”, greater than twenty persons are ready in line to be served. They stand in line due to the barrier gestures. “We work well”, rejoices Benoit Richomme, the proprietor. What works: oysters, smoked salmon and scallops. “It’s very classic”, he specifies. If the clients are there, on the different hand the common basket, it doesn’t change, will probably be the similar as last 12 months.

We are nonetheless fortunate to be open. “Benoît Richomme – Le Chalut fishmonger.

He even feels privileged to have the ability to work, particularly when he sees the restaurant subsequent door. “When you see that my neighbors are closed, it’s still a shame”, regrets the fishmonger. “We’re still lucky to be open.”

Deborah is the vendor of the fruit slightly additional up the avenue. In his store, not many individuals to purchase candied fruit or greens. It’s not the rush but. “We feel that the magic is not there“, she explains. Due to the well being disaster, clients are unsure, and due to this fact every little thing shall be performed out on the 31st in accordance with her. “I think it’s going to be like Christmas, they will come at the last moment”, considers Deborah.

It will not be the similar scenario for all companies for instance. The cellar grasp of Saint-Marc believes thathe’ll work half as a lot as per week in the past, for Christmas.