This heartwarming, sometimes hilarious, and sometimes heartbreaking anthology of stories by 25 women in 25 different countries illustrates that the more we see, the more we learn about ourselves as human beings.
“Funny, moving, and insightful–a wild ride of motherhood around the world.” AK Turner, New York Times bestselling author of the Vagabonding With Kids series.
A wonderful collection of essays from expats around the world who share their insights about food, personal growth, and the adventure of living abroad.
Delve into new countries, traditions, and cuisines, from Mexico to Mongolia, as you learn how expats find the ingredients for their next meal, learn to love strange new dishes (like camel meat!), and bond with the people they meet over meals both exotic and humble. This book will make you hungry to travel abroad, or at least to settle for a taste of a different culture by trying one of the many included recipes.
Arriving Well is a compilation of five raw, compelling, autobiographical stories about re-entry. Each of the authors experienced the roller-coaster ride of re-entry to their passport country in totally different and yet totally valid ways after a differing number of years abroad.
This book highlights the variety of ways in which people experience re-entry and offers resources – inlcuding mini-coaching, reflection questions, and helpful resources – to help you on your re-entry (repatriation) journey.
Arriving Well is a must-read for anyone thinking about or in the midst of returning home.
Thirty-three foreign women, five tables, one country. Welcome to Expat Sofra. From the USA, the UK, the Netherlands, Poland, Australia, Canada, Ireland, Italy, and South Africa foreign women arrived in Turkey, were encouraged to eat, and tell their stories.
Part cookbook, part foodoir, part travelogue, this anthology with intimate stories, delectable photos and appetizing recipes takes you directly into the Turkish kitchen by expats who earned a place there. A feast for the eyes, heart, soul, and stomach all in one.
With Turkey at the crossroads between East and West, this book offers a different perspective using the medium of personal anecdotes, photos, and recipes to bridge a gap over common misconceptions. To experience and savor a unique place with parts Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, challenging stereotypes through honest portrayals in raw form. Locals too, curious of outside perceptions of their rich gastronomic heritage, can find common ground within these pages.
Stories of obstacles, journeys, homesickness, adventure and adaptation. Funny, poignant, courageous, and flavorful these culinary tales satisfy all tastes. Armchair travelers, tourists, foodies, culinary artists, and expats, will all find a place at our table. Afiyet Olsun.
