RECIPES

Kourapiedes are delicious Cypriot shortbread cookies, traditionally made with almonds and dusted with powdered sugar. Although they are enjoyed throughout the year, they particularly come to the forefront at Christmas…

Galatopoureko is a delicious, creamy custard pie-based dessert. It is traditionally made with a wholesome homemade milk-based custard, filo pastry, and syrup. The filo pastry creates a glorious crunch against…

HOW TO MAKE KOUNOUPIDI Cypriot Cauliflower and Tomato Stew is a flavourful dish that highlights the simplicity of Mediterranean cooking. This tomato and cauliflower-based recipe focuses on a vegetarian version…

Melomakarona are delicious Cypriot honey-soaked cookies traditionally made with almonds. They are enjoyed throughout the year, but in particular at Christmas time, when they adorn festive tables across the island.…

This simple yet delightful Cypriot tomato-based sauce is often found in various Cypriot dishes. Also known as ‘Yiahni’ in Greek, this sauce reflects the essence of Cypriot home cooking. It…

Using a delicious mix of simple ingredients and a traditional cooking method, Kleftiko highlights the creativity of the Cypriot people. The name ‘Kleftiko’ means ‘stolen’. This is because, in times…

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…