FOOD & BEVERAGES

THE FOOD OF SHEPHERDS A TASTE OF RICH CULINARY HERITAGE Cyprus Lountza ham is a Cypriot delicacy with origins dating back to ancient times. Resourceful Cypriot shepherds needed a long-lasting…

Cypriot Tahinopita is a traditional, plant-based sweet bread or pastry, filled with a rich paste of tahini, brown sugar, and warm cinnamon. Literally translating to tahini pie, it consists of…

GERMAN-THEMED FUN IN CYPRUS HONOURING GERMAN TRADITIONS Blending authentic German traditions with Mediterranean flair, several local venues and resorts announce specific Oktoberfest weekends every year. These include vibrant Bavarian-themed festivals,…

WHAT IS UNIQUE ABOUT GLYKO? Slowly boiled in a thick sugar syrup, ‘glyko’, also known as ‘spoon sweets’, is a unique Cypriot dessert that has been developed through the ages…

THE MEDICINAL VALUE OF THIS ANCIENT OLD PRODUCT CYPRUS APICULTURE Honey was a prized possession in the ancient world. Several civilisations revered it as a traditional medicinal food. Some even…

A TOAST TO CYPRIOT OUZO WHAT IS OUZO? Originating from Greece, Ouzo is a clear aniseed-based spirit that has maintained a strong presence in Cyprus for at least 500 years.…

A UNIQUE MUSEUM Housed in a traditional stone building, the Cyprus Wine Museum can be found in the village of Erimi, within the Limassol district. The museum offers a unique…

A LESSER-KNOWN CYPRIOT CHEESE WHAT IS ANARI? Cyprus cheeses have influenced Cypriot cooking for centuries, and although it is a lesser-known than HALLOUMI CHEESE, it is just as widespread in…

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…

A VARIED COFFEE STORY Coffee can trace its evolution back through the ages from when it began as a simple concoction to the popular drink enjoyed globally today. As a…