RECIPE FOR CYPRUS BEEF VINEGAR STEW – STIFADO
Stifado is a traditional, hearty Cypriot stew that is usually made with tender cuts of beef. This flavourful dish is one of the island’s most prominent dishes and brings the…
RECIPE FOR APPLE CINNAMON PASTRIES – MILOPITA
This simple recipe for apple cinnamon pastries was widely used throughout Cyprus during the 1960s. It gained popularity due to its easy-to-follow recipe and the abundance of locally grown apples.…
WHAT IS ZALATINA?
A RICH CULINARY HERITAGE Tradition dictates that the importance of family and community come to the forefront when preparing and enjoying traditional foods, such as zalatina. This delicacy is as…
THE LIMASSOL WINE FESTIVAL 2025
😉 BRINGING PEOPLE TOGETHER 😉 🍷WHEN IS THE WINE FESTIVAL HAPPENING THIS YEAR? 🍷 The Limassol wine festival is one of the most anticipated events of the year in Cyprus.…
RECIPE FOR CYPRUS LADIES FINGERS – DAKTYLA
Daktyla, ‘or ladies finghers,’ are simple Cypriot dessert based pastries that are baked and then drenched in a honey based syrup. They are made with filo pastry, almonds, cinnamon and…
HEALTH BENEFITS OF 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 dip is often described as simple, bright, and silky. It successfully balances tang with herbaceous warmth. Its fresh citrus tones also manage to successfully infuse both olive oil and…
GEORGE JACKSON REVIEWS SOUTH EAST ASIAN & CHINESE RESTAURANTS IN CYPRUS
IT’S ALL CHINESE TO ME! MY RECOMMENDATIONS! MY NAME IS GEORGE JACKSON My name is George Jackson and I am a professional food critic. I recently visited a number of…
RECIPE FOR CYPRUS WALNUT CAKE – KARIDOPITA
Karidopita is a delicious moist and flavourful traditional Cypriot sponge cake. It uses the humble walnut as its main ingredient. There are many homemade variations of this cake. Some versions…
RECIPE FOR MARINATED PORK IN WINE & CORIANDER – AFELIA
HOW TO MAKE AFELIA This traditional Cypriot dish maintains a special place in the Cypriot culinary repertoire. This popular fragrant dish is easy to prepare. It involves marinating pork in…