RECIPE FOR CYPRIOT SHORTBREAD – KOURAPIEDES
Kourapiedes are delicious Cypriot shortbread cookies, traditionally made with almonds and dusted with powdered sugar. Although they are enjoyed throughout the year, they particularly come to the forefront at Christmas…
THE ORIGINS OF CYPRIOT OUZO
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.…
THE INFAMOUS GREEK GYRO
A DELICIOUS WRAP THE HUMBLE GYRO Several culinary experts see the humble gyro as a testament to the rich culinary history of the Greek people. Indeed, this perfect parcel of…
CHRISTMAS IN CYPRUS
CHRISTMAS GIFT IDEAS! The right Christmas gifts are always difficult to choose at the best of times, and several people often find themselves on an endless search for the perfect…
RECIPE FOR CYPRIOT CUSTARD PIE – GALATOPOUREKO
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…
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…