Welcome to the Mel in Motion blog: a collection of guides, reflections, and resources on studying gastronomy, moving to Spain, and exploring Basque culture.

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Learning Spanish (and a Little Basque): My First Steps

I haven’t taken a language class in over a decade…and now I’m trying to learn Spanish and a little Basque? Here’s how it’s going (spoiler: I’m trying my best).

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Why I Chose Gastronomy As a Healing Path

This isn’t just a career change. It’s a healing process. Here’s why I chose gastronomy as my way forward. And why food is helping me build a life that finally feels like mine.