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…
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 focuses on a vegetarian version…
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 they adorn festive tables across the island.…
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…
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…
THE CYPRUS POTATO
A FLAVOURFUL DELIGHT FROM THE RED VILLAGES OF CYPRUS THE HUMBLE YET INFAMOUS STAPLE Over the years, the humble Cypriot potato has become a staple ingredient in Cypriot cuisine. With…
THE STORY OF THE FRAPPE
A VARIED COFFEE STORY Coffee can trace its evolution back through the ages from when it began as a simple concoction to the popular drink enjoyed globally today. As a…