RECIPE FOR CYPRUS TOMATO SAUCE – YIAHNI
This tomato sauce, also known as ‘Yiahni’ In Greek, is a simple yet delightful Cypriot tomato-based sauce that is often found in various Cypriot dishes. This sauce reflects the essence…
A SWEET PRESERVE, CYPRUS GLYKO
A TRADITIONAL CYPRIOT SWEET Cyprus Glyko, is an age-old traditional sweet preserve. The refreshing dessert is made from various fruits, nuts or even vegetables that are cooked and then preserved…
RECIPE FOR CYPRUS BEEF VINEGAR STEW – STIFADO
Cyprus Beef Stifado is a hearty and flavourful slow-cooked stew that uses an enriched vinegar-based sauce that includes onions, tomatoes, and several warm spices. This dish is served all year…
THE ORIGINS OF CYPRIOT OUZO
A TOAST TO CYPRIOT OUZO WHAT IS OUZO? Ouzo is an aniseed-flavoured spirit derived from the by-products of the winemaking process. Originating from Greece, this refreshing alcoholic drink has had…
RECIPE FOR CHRISTMAS HONEY COOKIES – MELOMAKARONA
Melomakarona are delicious Cypriot honey soaked cookies traditionally made with almonds. They are enjoyed throughout the year, but in particular at Christmas time, when many households make them and give…
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 is for a vegetarian version…
CYPRUS HONEY
THE MEDICINAL VALUE OF THIS ANCIENT OLD PRODUCT CYPRUS APICULTURE Honey became a prized possession in the ancient world and several civilizations revered it for its medicanal value, regarding it…
RECIPE FOR CYPRIOT SHORTBREAD – KOURAPIEDES
Kourapiedes are delicious Cypriot shortbread cookies traditionally made with almonds and dusted with powdered sugar. They are also enjoyed throughout the year, but in particular at Christmas time, when many…
RECIPE FOR CYPRUS TRIFLE – SHARLOTTA
A Sharlotta is a deliciously refreshing Cyprus trifle type dessert enjoyed all year round on the island of Cyprus. It is usually served as a dessert after a meal and…
RECIPE FOR APPLE CINNAMON PASTRIES – MILOPITA
This simple recipe for apple cinnamon pastries was widespread throughout Cyprus mainly during the 1960’s because of its easy-to-follow recipe, and an abundance of locally grown apples. Still, this popular…