THE RICH LEGACY OF AVGOLEMONO SAUCE
A SAUCE & A SOUP! A BLEND OF LEMON & EGGS Derived from a blend of lemon and eggs, avgolemono is a classic zesty sauce that compliments several Greek and…
HEALTH BENEFITS OF CYPRUS STRAWBERRIES
THE BENEFITS OF EATING STRAWBERRIES INCREDIBLY NUTRITIOUS A STAPLE IN CYPRUS Produced all over the island, but in particular around the village of Deryneia in the east of the island,…
CYPRUS TOMATO SAUCE ALSO KNOWN AS YIAHNI
THE SAUCES THAT DOMINATE MEDITERRANEAN COOKING A SOUTH AMERICAN LEGACY Native to the Andes Mountains, the simple tomato, which is a member of the nightshade family that includes tobacco, potato,…
CYPRUS KOUPES
IT’S ALL IN A KOUPA! THE CYPRIOT STREET FOOD TO BE RECOGNISED BY THE EU THE PROTECTED GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATIONS REGISTER Recently launched, a campaign to have Cypriot KOUPES recognised by…
THE CITRUS FRUITS OF CYPRUS
PRODUCED ON THE ISLAND SINCE ANCIENT TIMES CITRUS FRUITS FORM THE MAIN WINTER HARVEST OF CYPRUS Citrus fruits facts: All citrus fruits are packed with several beneficial vitamins and plant…
WHAT IS ZALATINA?
A RICH CULINARY HERITAGE Tradition dictates that the importance of family and community come to the forefront when preparing and enjoying traditional foods, such as zalatina. This delicacy is as…
THE STORY OF CYPRIOT HONEY BALLS ALSO KNOWN AS ‘LOUKOUMADES’
A GREEK DELICACY ROOTED IN HISTORY A REWARD FOR ATHLETES The history of the Greek honey ball can be traced back to ancient times, and references to the sweet treat…
THE CYPRUS POTATO
A FLAVOURFUL DELIGHT FROM THE RED VILLAGES OF CYPRUS THE HUMBLE YET INFAMOUS STAPLE If you are planning a trip to Cyprus and you are a potato fan, make sure…
TRIANTAFYLO ROSE PETAL CORDIAL
A TRADITION OF ROSE CULTIVATION Cyprus’s long-standing tradition of rose cultivation goes hand in hand with the island’s rose-related industries, which play a significant role in the island’s economy and…
HEALTH BENEFITS OF CYPRUS WATERMELON
CYPRUS’S VERY OWN SUPER FOOD CYPRUS WATERMELON WATERMELON is often a welcome reprieve for many during hot summers in Cyprus. The favourable climate and fertile soil on the island provide…