Transplants - Conversations With Women Thriving Abroad #2 One-Way Ticket to Napoli | Ambika Mathur | USA → Italy
Sep 9, 2025
Ambika Mathur, an Indian-American model and actress thriving in Napoli, shares her inspiring journey from heartbreak to new beginnings. She impulsively bought a ticket to Paris, leading her to meet her husband, Marco, in an unexpected twist of fate. Amby reflects on the cultural challenges of adapting to a new life, touching on moments of alienation and connection. Her culinary adventures in baking reveal how food has become a bridge to belonging, enriching her experiences in Italy and helping her navigate her dual cultural identity.
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Breaking Up Sparked The Leap
- Ambika ended a five-year relationship after realizing he wasn't her soulmate and moved back to her parents' home to reflect.
- She chose to ‘throw it all out’ and impulsively pursue an alternative life path instead of staying in a comfortable but unsatisfying future.
Paris Ticket Bought On A Whim
- While on a commercial shoot with downtime, Ambika impulsively googled flights and booked a trip to Paris.
- That spontaneous choice launched a multi-city European adventure that reshaped her life.
A Hinge Match Led To Naples
- Ambika matched an Italian man on Hinge while housesitting in Seattle and later used that connection to get local contacts in Milan.
- An invitation to a southern-Italy birthday party led her to Naples where she met Marco.
