RECIPE FOR CHRISTMAS HONEY COOKIES – MELOMAKARONA
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.…
RECIPE FOR CYPRUS TOMATO SAUCE – YIAHNI
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…
RECIPE FOR SLOW-COOKED LAMB & POTATOES – KLEFTIKO
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…
RECIPE FOR CYPRUS LADIES FINGERS – DAKTYLA
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…
RECIPE FOR CYPRUS WALNUT CAKE – KARIDOPITA
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…
RECIPE FOR MARINATED PORK IN WINE & CORIANDER – AFELIA
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…
RECIPE FOR CYPRUS DRY ORANGE MARBLE CAKE – STEHNI PORTOKALOPITA
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…
RECIPE FOR NEW YEARS CAKE – VASILOPITA
HOW TO MAKE VASILOPITA Vasilopita is a traditional Greek New Year’s cake, that is typically served on New Year’s Day. A coin is hidden inside the cake and the person…