Once upon a time, in a place far from where one of us called home, fate had a little fun. Melisa came to Malta from the bustling city of Istanbul, ready for new adventures. Meanwhile, James was already in Malta… patiently waiting for her to arrive—though neither of us knew it at the time! It was through a dear friend and a lively food festival that our paths finally crossed, and what started as a casual encounter quickly turned into late-night chats, shared laughter, and a connection that only grew stronger.

Fast forward 1 year and 6 months, after plenty of food festivals, adventures, and memorable moments, we decided it was time to take the next step in our story. Together we have learned that love is about embracing each other’s dreams, offering unwavering support, and finding joy in the simplest moments.

Today, surrounded by family and friends who have been part of our journey, we begin the greatest adventure of all—our life together. Thank you for sharing this special day with us, for being part of our lives and for believing in the magic of love (and a little bit of fate)!