My last name may be Macedonian but the other half of my heritage lies in Calabria, a southern region in Italy that is filled with family and new found friends.
Every year my family members that no longer live in Calabria make their way back down to Santa Caterina for the summer. This year was my first time and as soon as I arrive I had never felt more at home. I have spent the last 14 days feasting, celebrating and discovering the beauty that lies in the 'toe' of Italy.
Not unlike my upbringing in Australia, life in Calabria revolves around family and food. Lunch is the most important meal of the day and should be spent with loved ones gathered around a long table - taking time to share a beautifully prepared pasta or yummy dessert (like the Nutella cake I'm devouring above!) .
After lunch when the weather was a little cooler, we would all head down to the beach for an afternoon in the sun with friends. The gorgeous blue water is perfect to wade in and after a few hours of tanning, we were all ready to head to the Lido for an afternoon drink as we watched the sun set.
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