The Taste of Joy, Emily A. Francis
The Taste of Joy, Emily A. Francis
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The Taste of Joy
Mediterranean Wisdom for a Life Worth Savoring

Author: Emily A. Francis

Narrator: Emily A. Francis

Unabridged: 7 hr

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 01/10/2023

Synopsis

After moving to the Mediterranean with her family during the 2020 pandemic, Emily A. Francis learned insider secrets to one of the healthiest lifestyles in the world. Now, she shares this insight so you, too, can improve your wellness and invigorate your soul. The Taste of Joy shows you the value of living simply, mindfully, seasonally, and naturally, while feeding the body and soul more richly. Explore your own path to happiness as Emily recounts her eye-opening experiences getting to know a new region, its inhabitants, and their culture. With her thought-provoking pearls of wisdom and a handful of recipes, you can get a taste of that same blissful happiness.

About Emily A. Francis

Emily A. Francis has a BS in exercise science and wellness and an MA in human performance. She is the author of Stretch Therapy, Whole Body Healing, and Healing Ourselves Whole. Now living in the Mediterranean, she writes a regular column in the local tourism magazine Oh My Malta, where she interviews local farmers, fishermen, and chefs on single ingredient farming. She is also a contributing writer for Malta's Gourmet Today magazine. For more information, visit MyMaltaLife.com.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Mackenzie on January 07, 2023

The Taste of Joy transports the reader to Malta and the magical Mediterranean. Through the author's experiences, research, and stories, the reader achieves a better understanding of why those living in the Mediterranean often seem happier, healthier, and more relaxed. With that said, I think the aut......more

Goodreads review by Marianne on December 12, 2022

What would it be like to move out of country, right before countries around the world lock down at the beginning of the pandemic, and start over? Emily and her family move to the island of Malta and embark on the adventure of a lifetime. Unable to work in the field that she has spent a lifetime cult......more

Goodreads review by Elisabeth on June 24, 2024

2.5 stars, rounded up. I feel like I read a different book than others, but her tone really grated on me. There were some nuggets of good in here, and I enjoyed the scattered recipes, but overall I couldn’t take her advice seriously when she constantly talked about how perfect Malta is. It probably......more

Goodreads review by Valentina on January 06, 2025

The Taste of Joy: Mediterranean Wisdom for a Life Worth Savoring is an absolute treasure—a book that is as nourishing for the soul as it is for the body. From the moment you open its pages, you're transported to a world where life is celebrated in all its vibrant, flavorful glory. This book does not......more

Goodreads review by Jade on February 13, 2023

Right words at the right time... This book inspired me to take control of my life and find the courage to step outside my comfort zone and make room for more happiness. Probably one I will read again to do the internal work and make real progress. I love the author’s fun and uplifting writing style, thi......more

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