FOOD & BEVERAGES

CELEBRATING GREEK ORTHODOX EASTER IN CYPRUS Symbolising warmth, love, and tradition, Easter is one of the most important and cherished holidays for all Greek Cypriots across Cyprus A SNAP SHOT…

A SAUCE & A SOUP! THE ORIGINS OF A GREEK TRADITION Although similar egg-lemon sauces appear across the eastern Mediterranean and the Balkans regions, avgolemono, or lemon and egg sauce,…

Although strongly associated with Greek Orthodox Easter, because they are often consumed in place of bread, flounes, also known as Cyprus cheese pies, are readily available in most bakeries across…

Avgolemono is a popular Cypriot sauce typically made with eggs and lemon. It is often used to enhance several Cypriot dishes and is the main ingredient of Avgolemono soup. Developed…

HOW TO MAKE BAKLAVA This version of Baklava is a Cypriot take on a sweet delicacy that has its roots in the Middle East. This delicious Cypriot version combines cinnamon-scented…

Chickpea-based hummus can be used to create a unique, deliciously warm, and comforting creamy soup that combines the nutty flavour of tahini with the earthiness of the chickpeas. This combination…

This recipe for Greek Oregano Yoghurt dip is often described as simple, bright, and silky. Successfully balancing tang with herbaceous warmth, its fresh citrus tones manage to successfully infuse both…

A look at the characteristics and culture of the people of Cyprus A MEDITERRANEAN LIFESTYLE Cypriots have a true Mediterranean lifestyle in their veins, and this makes them truly one…

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…

Mahalebi is a simple Cypriot milk-based pudding made with water, milk, sugar and corn flour. It is usually served chilled with a compliment of rose water, rose cordial syrup, or…