What did Tunisians turn into art?
Traditionalaccommodations
Some ofthe most beautiful and well-restored traditional accommodations I’ve seen throughoutmy travels are in Tunisia. I’d encourage everyone to stay in such a placerather than choosing a resort because supporting local businesses and cultureis important in our too-globalised world.
Blue
In manyshades, blue is no longer a Mediterranean/sea thing, but the contrasting colourof choice to the whitewashed coastal buildings. It is so vibrant that it getsunder your skin while visiting Tunisia. You will associate it with Tunisiaafter your trip is over.
Fondant
Tunisianstook this dessert and levelled it up. I’ve had many astonishing fondants inTunisia!
Hospitality
Most ofthe people we interacted with in Tunisia were present, their intentions wereclear, and they were genuinely interested in making us feel welcome and talkingto us without an agenda.
Joy
Most ofthe Tunisians enjoy life. They know how to cherish the simple things; this isthe reason they smile a lot. In the (adapted) words of one of our kind waitersin Mahdia: ‘Tunisians can be the poorest; still, they will walk with their headhigh, with a positive attitude’.
Théà la menthe
MyMoroccan memories got heightened. Mint tea is not a beverage in Tunisia; itisn't a dessert either. It is an experience! Try it aux pignons (Isavoured one in northwestern Tunisia).
Lovefor cats
Livingwith a large cat family means I notice cats all around me. In Tunisia, theyhelped and guided our steps, so we started ‘following the cats’. They wereeverywhere. Gladly, people are very fond of them. Sights of people eating with atleast four cats around (and feeding them, too) are not uncommon.
I alsofelt joyful in Tunisia. 😊
