Off the Beaten Path (2015) : 9x3

Timor-Leste, officially the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste, is located on the eastern half of the island of Timor in Southeast Asia. The country offers beautiful beaches, rugged mountains, and remarkable biodiversity. Its culture is rooted in local traditions and shaped by centuries of Portuguese influence. Tetum is the main language, though Indonesian and Portuguese are also widely spoken, reflecting the country’s rich linguistic diversity. This diversity drew Zuzana from Slovakia, a young linguist who came here to study Tetum. Fluent in five languages, she now works as a translator for a Portuguese institute and has built strong connections with the local community. We begin in the capital, Dili, where we explore the flavours and traditions of Timorese cuisine.