CYPRUS COFFEE
A SIP OF CYPRIOT BREWING TRADITION PASSED DOWN THROUGH SUCCESSIVE GENERATIONS Cypriot coffee culture includes rich social rituals of blending traditional slow-brewed speciality coffee, vibrant modern iced coffee habits, and…
CYPRUS’S ALMOND DRINK SOUMADA
A TRADITIONAL CYPRIOT DRINK ORIGINALLY MADE BY CYPRIOT MONKS Soumada is a traditional Cypriot drink that has a deep-rooted history. Normally taken with ice in the summer or served piping…
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 WHY IS HALLOUMI SPECIAL? This unique Cypriot cheese is known for its often rich flavour and high melting point. This allows it to maintain its shape,…
PICNICKING ACROSS CYPRUS
A CALMING SPACE BY NATURE SEVERAL PLACES TO VISIT There are several places located across the Republic of Cyprus that are ideal for a picnic. These include several coastal areas…
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 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…
THE INFAMOUS GREEK GYRO
A CULTURAL & CULINARY MEDITERRANEAN ICON A DELICIOUS WRAP THE HUMBLE GYRO: Several culinary experts see the humble gyro as a testament to the rich culinary history of the Greek…
TRIANTAFYLO ROSE PETAL CORDIAL
A TRADITION OF ROSE CULTIVATION Rose cultivation, across the island, can be traced back centuries to when wild and basic rose varieties, which include wild briars and early Mediterranean varieties…
GEORGE JACKSON REVIEWS SOUTH EAST ASIAN & CHINESE RESTAURANTS IN CYPRUS
IT’S ALL CHINESE TO ME! MY NAME IS GEORGE JACKSON My name is George Jackson, and I am a professional food critic. I recently visited several restaurants all over Cyprus…