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CYPRUS TOMATO SAUCE ALSO KNOWN AS YIAHNI

THE SAUCES THAT DOMINATE MEDITERRANEAN COOKING A SOUTH AMERICAN LEGACY The simple tomato, which is native to the Andes Mountains, is actually considered a fruit. The tomato is a member…

CYPRIOT CHEESE ANARI

A LESSER-KNOWN CYPRIOT CHEESE WHAT IS ANARI? Cypriot Anari is a soft cheese made from the curds of a mixture of whey, goat and sheep’s milk. The result is a…

THE CYPRUS SAUSAGE ALSO KNOWN AS ‘SHEFTALIA’

A QUITE ESSENTIALLY CYPRIOT SAUSAGE! To many, ‘sheftalia’ are more than just homemade sausages and each little wrapped parcel of meat, herbs, and spices is usually found at the top…

THE STORY OF CYPRIOT HONEY BALLS ALSO KNOWN AS ‘LOUKOUMADES’

A GREEK DELICACY ROOTED IN HISTORY A SPECIAL CONSIDERATION Considered a symbol of prosperity and fertility in ancient Greek culture, the use of honey in traditional Greek recipes is particularly…

THE RICH LEGACY OF AVGOLEMONO SAUCE

A SAUCE & A SOUP! THE PERFECT BLEND OF LEMON & EGG Avgolemono, or lemon and egg sauce, is created from a perfect blend of lemon and egg. It is…

CYPRUS OLIVE OIL

The significance of Cypriot olive oil A STORY OF TRADITION, FLAVOUR & CULINARY PROWESS Olive oil is regarded as the Mediterranean’s liquid gold by most Cypriots. This emphasises the journey…

RECIPE FOR CAULIFLOWER & TOMATO STEW – KOUNOUPIDI

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…

HALLOUMI CHEESE

CYPRUS’S UNIQUE RUBBERY CHEESE A CYPRIOT STAPLE With its origins dating back nearly 2,000 years, Halloumi Cheese has a deep-rooted history in Cyprus. It all began when Cypriots of old…

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…

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