RECIPES

Also known as ‘dolmades’, the preparation of koupepia involves stuffing vine leaves with a flavourful mixture of minced pork, rice, and a selection of several aromatic herbs and spices. This…

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…

A Sharlotta is a deliciously refreshing Cyprus trifle type dessert enjoyed all year round on the island of Cyprus. It is usually served as a dessert after a meal and…

Kataifi is a popular Cypriot dessert made with finely chopped mixed nuts that are wrapped into buttered crispy stringy pastry. This dessert is scented with ground clove and cinnamon and…

Tahinopita is a traditional Cypriot sweet bread or pastry, literally translating to tahini pie. It consists of a yeast-leavened dough that uses sesame seed paste, also known as tahini paste.…

KOUPES are a delicious Cypriot street food that is traditionally made from a bulgur wheat crust. Stuffed with a minced meat mixture, they are mainly consumed as savoury snacks throughout…

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.…