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Vive la différence

The French House in Dean Street Soho, was formally known as the York Minster, opened in 1820s. The first Landlord was Thomas Dinsdale, who plied his trade there for over twenty years. During WW2 the pub under the stewardship of Mr Victor Berlemont became a meeting place for the Free French. Charles de Gaulle was… Continue reading Vive la différence

Published 26th Jan 2021
Categorized as Uncategorized Tagged French, London, Pastis, Pubs, Soho, WW2
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