Now that you’ve met Nanna Maria—the 102-year-old who’s survived bombings and still whips up the best lentil soup—it’s time to let you in on her little secret: the Mediterranean lifestyle. To be fair, it’s not really a secret, but there are a lot of myths about how to live it. Some will tell you it’s […]
How 102-Year-Old Nanna Maria Lives the Mediterranean Way (And How You Can Too) Read Post »
Just think: You’ve been in London your whole life—born, raised, and trying to make it in a city, that’s constantly testing your patience. If, like so many Londoners, you’ve started wondering if there’s waaay more to life than this—spoiler alert: there is. From the constant grind to the ridiculous cost of living, London can leave
Why More Londoners Are Finally Done with the City, They Were Born and Raised In! Read Post »
I’m definitely a ’90s RnB type of romantic—blame my era—but can you imagine falling in love under a sky full of bombs? Well, that’s how Nanna Maria, who recently celebrated her 102nd birthday, met the love of her life. Needless to say, she has so many stories. But one of my favourites is her love
Titantic-ish Love and Life Lessons From a 102-Year-Old Read Post »
Can you see that sparkling gem emerging from the horizon? That’s Filfla, one of the smallest islands in the Maltese archipelago. Its name means “pepper” in Arabic, which is a nod to Malta’s linguistic heritage, shaped by Latin, Arabic, and Italian influences. I could go on, but today is all about Filfla, and she has
Filfla: The No-Go Isle Blown Up by the Brits Read Post »
How does hopping on a bus to a secretish lagoon adventure sound? Well, let me tell you about a gem of an experience: a traditional fishing boat ride—through Dwejra’s beautiful 80-metre natural canyon! Once upon a time in San Lawrenz on the Mediterranean island of Gozo, this stunning lagoon—Dwejra started out as a massive sea
Discovering Dwejra: Fairytales, Fishing Boats & a €5 Adventure! Read Post »
Three words: Christmas. Corporate. Parties! In the words of Mariah Carey… “it’s tiiiime” (for festive gatherings, fancy frocks, and spicy office gossip). So, here’s a question for you: are you going, or are you skipping? This year, I’ve decided to set my RSVP to OOO (out of office)—not because I’m bah humbug, but because I’ve
Christmas Corporate Party or Simple Joys? I’ll Give You 3 Guesses Read Post »
When you think of British culture, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? Is it tea, the Royal Family, or even fish and chips? Well, it’s something even more iconic for me—the all-singing, all-performing school assembly. Bet you wasn’t expecting that! No, but seriously, back in the day, the whole school would file into
Why You’ve Gotta Cheer on Your Own Culture (Yep, Even When in Rome)! Read Post »
Sharing a photo with you today from Gozo. So, fun fact: There are at least 50 beaches in Malta (and Gozo and, and Comino—it’s an archipelago, after all) from sandy ones to rocky ones and dog-friendly ones to those fringed by sprawling countryside. Each is beautiful in its own right. (Now, it almost sounds like
Now Here’s a Beach With Je Ne Sais Quoi Read Post »
I’ve started rereading Jane Eyre, and this quote stopped me in my tracks: “If all the world hated you, and believed you wicked, while your own conscience approved you and absolved you from guilt, you would not be without friends.” I thought, Go on, Helen Burns—how incredibly wise for a 14-year-old girl. She radiates main
You Know What Hasn’t Aged? These Wise Words Read Post »
Have you had (m)any ‘what was I thinking’ moments this week? Mine started with getting off the bus early to get my steps in. Well, it seemed like a good idea—until I bumped into my ex-boss, who still models in his spare time. I was walking along a busy road, a banger pumping through my