Memories from
Beside the Mediterranean
Welcome to Beside the Mediterranean, a photography blog where I share photos, stories, and recommendations from beautiful destinations beside the Mediterranean Sea.
There’s something really special about the Mediterranean, the sea, the food, the way people live outdoors and take time to enjoy life. It’s a place where everyday moments feel meaningful, whether it’s sharing a meal by the water, wandering through old streets, or just watching the sunset on a warm evening.
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Travel
Explore more Mediterranean destinations and discover some of the region’s most beautiful places to visit.
There’s nothing quite like an evening stroll through this beautiful city on a warm summer night. Discover more of what Montpellier’s historic centre has to offer.
20th May 2025
A Charming City Break in Montpellier
20th May 2025
20th May 2025
Exploring In and Around Toulon, Côte d’Azur
Late Summer in Menorca: Recomendations from the Island
Forget Cannes, Nice, and Monaco — discover a more relaxed side of the French Riviera through Toulon and its beautiful surrounding towns and beaches.
Learn more about this tranquil and beautiful Balearic island, including its most stunning beaches and coves, as well as the best spots to watch the famous Menorcan sunsets.
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Food
Explore Mediterranean dishes and culinary traditions, with a focus on plant-based foods.
A look at Orthodox fasting in the Mediterranean and how these long-standing traditions shape a naturally plant-based way of eating throughout the year.
20th May 2025
Plant-Based Eating and Orthodox Fasting in the Mediterranean
20th May 2025
20th May 2025
Ten Traditional Spanish Dishes That Are Naturally Vegan
Is the Mediterranean Diet Naturally Plant-Based?
Exploring 10 traditional Spanish dishes that are naturally vegan, from everyday tapas to regional classics, and how plant-based eating is already part of Spain’s food culture.
Exploring the Mediterranean diet and its strong foundations in plant-based foods, from olive oil and vegetables to legumes, grains, and traditional regional recipes.
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Lifestyle
Explore ideas, reflections, and everyday philosophy inspired by Mediterranean life.
Explore the history of the Mediterranean, exploring how ancient civilisations, trade routes, and cultural exchange have shaped the region we know today.
20th May 2025
A Brief History of the Mediterranean
20th May 2025
20th May 2025
10 Movies to Get You in a Mediterranean Mood
The Mediterranean Way of Life: Slowing Down and Living Well
A selection of films that capture the atmosphere, landscapes, and summer mood of the Mediterranean.
A look at the Mediterranean way of life and how its focus on slowing down, seasonal living, and everyday pleasures shapes wellbeing.
About
Learn a little more about the person behind this blog — from growing up in London to early travels around the Mediterranean with my parents that shaped how I see food, life, and culture.
Browse posts by country and explore Mediterranean life one place at a time — from food and culture to everyday moments and traditions that make each destination unique. Explore destinations across France, Spain, Greece, Italy, Croatia and more.
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Spain
Hi! Welcome to Beside the Mediterranean, a photography blog where I share photos, stories, and recommendations from beautiful destinations beside the Mediterranean Sea.
Italy
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Greece
Hi! Welcome to Beside the Mediterranean, a photography blog where I share photos, stories, and recommendations from beautiful destinations beside the Mediterranean Sea.
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