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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…

THE PICTURESQUE HARBOUR OF KATO PAPHOS

A POPULAR DESTINATION FOR VISITORS VIBRANT & DYNAMIC The harbour area of Kato Paphos serves as a popular destination for all types of visitors. This often vibrant and dynamic destination…

RECIPE FOR MIXED NUT STRING PASTRY ROLLS – KATAIFI

Kataifi is a popular Cypriot dessert made with finely chopped mixed nuts that are wrapped into buttered crispy stringy pastry. This dessert is scented with ground clove and cinnamon and…

THE SWEET SCENT OF CYPRUS ROSES

A LONG-STANDIND CYPRIOT FLORAL TRADITION PERFECT CONDITIONS The origins of Cypriot roses can be traced back to ancient times. Evidence suggests that the fragrant flower was cultivated in Cyprus over…

RECIPE FOR CYPRUS SWEET BREAD – TAHINOPITA

Tahinopita is a traditional Cypriot sweet bread or pastry, literally translating to tahini pie. It consists of a yeast-leavened dough that uses sesame seed paste, also known as tahini paste.…

CYPRIOT LOUNTZA

THE FOOD OF SHEPHERDS A TASTE OF RICH CULINARY HERITAGE Cyprus Lountza ham is a Cypriot delicacy that can trace its origins back to ancient times. Resourceful Cypriot shepherds needed…

A SWEET PRESERVE, CYPRUS GLYKO

WHAT IS UNIQUE ABOUT GLYKO? ‘Glyko’, also known as a ‘spoon sweets’, is a unique Cypriot dessert that has been developed through the ages. Made from more or less anything,…

A SELECTION OF MUST-TRY CYPRIOT DISHES

A MELTING POT OF CYPRUS FLAVOURS A FOOD LOVER’S PARADISE EXPLORING TRADITIONAL CYPRIOT CUISINE There is an abundance of flavours to try when exploring the rich culinary heritage of Cyprus,…

CYPRUS HONEY

THE MEDICINAL VALUE OF THIS ANCIENT OLD PRODUCT CYPRUS APICULTURE Honey was a prized possession in the ancient world. Several civilisations revered it as a traditional medicinal food. Some even…

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…

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