RECIPES

Avgolemono is a popular Cypriot sauce typically made with eggs and lemon. It is often used to enhance several Cypriot dishes and is the main ingredient of Avgolemono soup. Developed…

Stifado is a traditional, hearty Cypriot stew that is usually made with tender cuts of beef. This flavourful dish is one of the island’s most prominent dishes and brings the…

This simple recipe for apple cinnamon pastries was widely used throughout Cyprus during the 1960s. It gained popularity due to its easy-to-follow recipe and the abundance of locally grown apples.…

Daktyla, ‘or ladies finghers,’ are simple Cypriot dessert based pastries that are baked and then drenched in a honey based syrup. They are made with filo pastry, almonds, cinnamon and…

This dip is often described as simple, bright, and silky. It successfully balances tang with herbaceous warmth. Its fresh citrus tones also manage to successfully infuse both olive oil and…

Karidopita is a delicious moist and flavourful traditional Cypriot sponge cake. It uses the humble walnut as its main ingredient. There are many homemade variations of this cake. Some versions…

HOW TO MAKE AFELIA This traditional Cypriot dish maintains a special place in the Cypriot culinary repertoire. This popular fragrant dish is easy to prepare. It involves marinating pork in…

The Cyprus Dry Orange Marble Cake is a type of sponge cake that uses fresh orange as its base. This dessert is usually enjoyed all year round on the island…

The word ‘yemista’ derives from the Greek word for stuffed or full. It perfectly describes this traditional Cypriot dish that is made with fresh vegetables. A fragrant rice mixture, made…

Using a delicious mix of simple ingredients and a very traditional method of cooking, Kleftiko highlights the creativity of the Cypriot people. The name ‘Kleftiko,’ translates to stolen and this…