Posts by Emma Smegal
A Bittersweet Goodbye
After almost 5 full weeks in this captivating country, it is hard to believe that in less that 48 hours I will be on a plane heading back to the United States. While I am more than ready to be home with my friends and family, there will be so much that I will miss about Cyprus and the people I have encountered here. The lessons I will be taking home are lessons that will stick with me forever....
Read MoreKleftiko: The Stolen Meat
Thursday was another day dedicated to filming and this time it was my group’s turn to be behind the cameras. We would be filming at a butchery and learning the process behind making a traditional Cypriot meat dish called Kleftiko. Kleftiko (literally meaning stolen meat) earned its name during the 19th century when it was illegal for “commoners” to own animals of any kind,...
Read MoreDias Publishing Group
Dias Publishing Group was an interesting experience due to the fact that what they are doing is something you will never see in the States due to FCC rules and regulations. Dias is a media mogul here in Cyprus which owns television stations (Sigma Television and Sigma Sports 1&2), radio stations (Radio Proto, Super FM, Star FM, and Top FM), newspapers (Simerini and City Free Press), many...
Read MoreA Family Affair
When I heard we were going to film at a confectionery, I was so excited because one of my favorite hobbies at home is baking. But I was even more excited when I found out I was going to be the talent for this particular day of filming, having the opportunity to work with the bakers and see how they made baklava the traditional way. A way which is rarely seen in today’s fast-paced, demanding...
Read MoreBuns in the Oven!
Each new day brings new experiences here in Cyprus and today was no different. I met some interesting people and made new, unforgettable memories .. Oh, and took way too many pictures 🙂 The day started with an early bus ride to a small town right out of Nicosia for our first video shoot for our documentary. We were heading to meet a bread maker who would show us the tradition behind baking...
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