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…
CYPRUS WATERMELON
CYPRUS’S VERY OWN SUPER FOOD CYPRUS WATERMELON WATERMELON is often a welcome reprieve for many during hot summers in Cyprus. The favourable climate and fertile soil on the island provide…
RECIPE FOR OREGANO YOGHURT DIP – RIGANO YAOURTO
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…
CYPRUS MARMALADE
A LONG STANDING TRADITION OF CITRUS CULTIVATION First introduced to Cyprus through eastern trade routes, citrus fruits have become central to Cypriot cuisine. Enhanced by the island’s fine climate and…