FOOD & BEVERAGES

THE POLISHED CYPRIOT SPIRIT OF CHOICE WHY IS ZIVANIA SO SPECIAL? With no residual sugars or acidity, Zivania is regarded as a special drink in Cyprus. This is mainly because…

Sharlotta is a beloved retro Greek-Cypriot trifle that became a staple for afternoon tea and family gatherings in Cyprus during the 1960s. With several variations, the Cyprus Sharlotta is usually…

A POPULAR DESTINATION FOR VISITORS A PICTURESQUE HARBOUR The picturesque Paphos harbour not only offers some truly stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea, but also acts as a hub for…

A LONG-STANDIND CYPRIOT FLORAL TRADITION PERFECT CONDITIONS The origins of Cypriot roses can be traced back to ancient times. Evidence suggests that the fragrant flower was cultivated in Cyprus over…

Kataifi is a popular Cypriot sweet pastry roll made with finely chopped, spiced mixed nuts that are wrapped in buttered, crispy, stringy pastry that is then bathed in a lemon-scented…

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…