A food lover’s Austria, what to eat, and where
From the Alpine valleys of Tyrol to the vineyards of Styria and the coffeehouses of Vienna, each part of the country eats differently, but with the same quiet precision that ...
Guest recipes with Farah Shammas
Apple and Raisin Bake
3 red apples, peeled and sliced
2 cups of vegan granola
1 cup of wholegrain oats
1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed (optional)
1 cup of raisins
2 tablespoons of ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ...
The islands of Italy — More than Sicily and Sardinia
Sicily and Sardinia may dominate the map, but scattered through the Tyrrhenian and Adriatic seas are smaller places that hold their own stories — volcanic landscapes, pastel harbors, and communities shaped ...
The secret beaches of Greece
Santorini, Mykonos, and Zakynthos get the photographs, but the real character of the Greek sea lies elsewhere: in quiet inlets, pebbled bays, and small fishing villages where the water is ...
Zagreb and the North
The coastline dominates postcards and itineraries alike — but inland, north of the mountains, lies another Croatia entirely. This is a land of rolling vineyards, baroque towns, and slow rivers; a ...
What is Cyprus’ problem with medical cannabis?
By Christina Michailidis
Across Europe, CBD (cannabidiol) appears to have become part of mainstream wellness culture. Found in creams, oils, gummies and much more, it promises relief, relaxation and regeneration ...
Durbuy and the River’s Bend
Stone houses line narrow streets that twist with the curve of the river Ourthe, and every surface — wall, roof, and bridge — seems touched by moss. The air carries the smell ...
The Pastures of Appenzell
The hills roll rather than rise, the fields seem drawn rather than planted, and the villages lie low in the landscape as if placed there by instinct. This is not ...
The Gardens of Potsdam
Potsdam begins where the city ends — a landscape of lakes and palaces, paths and reflections. It is a place built not to impress, but to balance.
Every view feels composed. ...
A journey through simplicity and scenic beauty
There’s a certain kind of joy that only a bicycle can unlock—the soft hum of tires on asphalt, the scent of blooming hedgerows, the feel of salty wind ...
The granite villages of the Serra da Estrela
The peaks are rounded, the air is thin, and the light moves differently here. At this altitude, colors lose their edge; the landscape feels almost monochrome, a world of stone, ...
The Polders of Flevoland
Where waves once moved, now lie fields, forests, and towns — a geometry of straight lines and quiet order drawn across what was once open water.
The land feels different from ...
Restaurant review: Are the oldies always the goodies?
Operating since 1969, and since 1989 in its current location, Jack’s Pizza House is arguably the oldest pizzeria in Nicosia. Yes, the Jack’s. The mythical, legendary pizzeria that seems to ...
Córdoba in bloom
It’s a city where time seems to fold — Roman walls, Moorish arches, and Christian bell towers all woven together beneath the same Andalusian sun.
To walk through Córdoba ...
Landmark Nicosia’s brand-new hot-spot blends taste, art and elegant vibes
The Landmark Nicosia, Autograph Collection by Marriott, owned and managed by MHV Mediterranean Hospitality Venture, is scheduled for its grand opening within the upcoming months and is ready to bring ...
What is self-harming?
By Dr Vasilios Silivistris
According to the dictionary, self-harm is a deliberate injury to oneself, typically as a manifestation of a psychological or psychiatric disorder. Or the verb meaning to ...
The nostalgia of a summer feast in Lapithos
In a love letter to the Mediterranean, fashion and textile designer Ilkan Koral recalls memories of a backyard drowned in the sunlight, the laughter around the lunch table and the ...
Cyprus’ constant coffee connection
Cyprus runs on coffee, doesn’t it?
Woe betide the tea drinkers amongst us – on this island, it’s all about the mid-morning office frappé run; the post-prandial medrio; the ...
Sia Chilli Fest turns up the heat
The spiciest festival of them all is back! “Get ready for a fiery celebration of all things chilli, where bold flavours, great music and epic vibes come together in one ...
An eco-friendly homage to Cyprus’ past
By Philippa Tracy
Lots of people say they care about the environment, but do they really care about sustainability and history enough to buy things second hand? Possibly. Maybe not ...
Buy TikTok views: The complete guide for 2025 (with 10+ platforms compared)
TL;DR: Buying TikTok views can help your video break through algorithmic thresholds, reach more users, and gain credibility. But buyers must choose wisely: views must be real, safe, gradual, ...
Grab a front row seat for 2026’s total solar eclipse
On Wednesday August 12, 2026, the Moon will slide perfectly in front of the Sun and turn day to twilight for a few extraordinary minutes. This is a total solar eclipse. The ...
Michalis in the middle
What kind of person is Michalis Kalopaidis? Well, take for instance the fact that he cooks – not professionally, just as a hobby. Nothing strange about that, lots of people do ...
Dessert knows how to make an entrance
Few desserts make an entrance quite like Baked Alaska – a dome of golden-tipped meringue hiding cold ice cream atop a layer of sponge, all briefly blasted in an oven or ...