CNN —They’d always dreamed of owning a home in Italy, but opening a restaurant there was never part of the plan. As the global Covid-19 pandemic was in full effect by then, they were unable to travel to Italy to view the apartment beforehand. But although they hadn’t been to Giove before, the Tibbs say they were familiar with the general area and felt confident that it would be well suited to them. Language barrierThe Tibbs are thrilled with the reception the restaurant has received, and say the support from locals has meant a lot. “The locals have just been so nice, and they’re just so happy to get a restaurant,” says Amber.

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