Today, I have a truly inspiring guest, Sheila Savanović, a resilient lady from Micronesia who has made an extraordinary journey from the eastern Pacific to Southeastern Europe. Sheila shares her fascinating story of meeting her husband in China, settling in Banja Luka, and the cultural adjustments she had to make along the way. From learning the local language ,to living in this misunderstood country, and experiencing some tough moments during her motherhood, Sheila’s story is a testament to her adaptability and strength. So, sit back, relax, and get ready for an enlightening conversation that celebrates cultural diversity and personal strength. 00:00 Introduction and Sheila's Origin 00:23 Journey from Micronesia to Southeast Europe 00:52 Understanding Micronesian Culture and Languages 01:47 Studying in China and Meeting Her Husband 04:03 Moving to Europe and Adjusting to New Culture 04:55 Learning the Local Language 06:24 Raising Children in a Multicultural Environment 10:53 Dealing with Personal Tragedy 13:50 Coping Mechanisms and Support from Friends 15:37 Micronesian Similarities and Personal Background 15:49 How Sheila Started Working at the Restaurant 17:28 The Unique Design and Menu of the Restaurant 19:52 Introducing New Food and Dietary Options 20:23 The Popularity and Impact of the Restaurant 22:30 Sheila's Unexpected Journey to a Celebrity Cookery Show 23:48 Sheila's Experience and Recognition Post Television Show 26:28 Sheila's Cultural Connection to Micronesia 29:36 Sheila's Future Plans and Dreams Please also do share this episode and maybe leave a 5 start review on the podcast platform you listened to this on. Stay tuned for more exciting stories and adventures from the Englishman in the Balkans podcast! Thank you for being a part of our podcasting community, and we look forward to bringing you more exciting content in the future. You can support my work, by maybe leaving a Tip or by becoming a member of our podcast family at: https://anenglishmaninthebalkanspodcast.com/support Get full access to 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 An Englishman in the Balkans Blog 🇧🇦 at https://www.anenglishmaninthebalkans.com/ Get full access to Coffee and Rakija at www.anenglishmaninthebalkans.com/subscribe