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My Last Meal: Tall order— Pezenas
Preface
Skyscraper climber Alain Robert, aka the ‘Real Spiderman’, would like to live a life of uncertainty right up until his dying breath, with a surprise menu at his local restaurant.
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01Alain Robert at L’Entre Pots
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02Grilled veal with aligot
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03Tartare of tuna
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04The entrance to L’Entre Pots
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05Sea bream with cabbage and mushrooms
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06Drinks trolley
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