Food and Drink

By Elke Godden Every family needs groceries, and most people regularly venture to the supermarket to gather supplies. If researchers can help shoppers make healthier choices, we can improve the ...

Focaccia, with its golden crust, soft interior and aromatic herbs, is a testament to the simplicity and richness of Mediterranean cuisine. This beloved Italian bread, characterised by its olive oil-rich ...

Cycladic Watermelon Pie 700g watermelon crumbled, without the pips 100g all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon honey ½ teaspoon cinnamon 1 pinch of salt Olive oil Sesame seeds To serve Ice cream Line a round ...

Have you ever tried to bring back fond memories by eating or drinking something unique to that time and place? It could be a Pina Colada that recalls an island ...

Pierogi, the beloved dumplings that are a staple of Eastern European cuisine, encapsulate a rich tapestry of cultural history and culinary tradition. With their tender dough encasing a variety of ...

Coconut Mango Chickpea Curry At my home-grown dinner club in Cyprus, this is one of the south Indian themed dishes I make for guests. This sweet and spicy coconut mango ...

What is organic vinification? How are organic wines different from the others? Do they keep, and do they taste better? Organic wine production is flourishing all over the world. To ...

There are plenty of reasons to go out and enjoy an ice-cold beer during the summer, not only to find some cool in the hot weather but also because there ...

Do you struggle to eat your fruits and vegetables? You are not alone. In Australia, less than five per cent of Australians eat the recommended serves of fresh produce each ...

Pho, the quintessential Vietnamese soup consisting of broth, rice noodles, herbs and meat, is a dish that embodies the essence of Vietnamese cuisine and culture. Its history is a complex ...

Tikka Masala Cauliflower For the cauliflower 1kg cauliflower cut into small bites 2-3 tablespoons vegetable oil Juice a lemon 1 tsp salt 1 tsp pepper For the sauce 2 tbsp unsalted butter 1 large ...

The European Commission said on Wednesday it had approved a Cypriot traditional food product, Tertziellouthkia, a type of local pasta, for inclusion on the registry of Protected Geographical Indications (PGI). ...

The cost of living crisis is affecting how we spend our money. For many people, this means tightening the budget on the weekly supermarket shop. One victim may be fresh ...

Baklava, a decadent dessert known for its flaky layers of phyllo dough, sweetened with honey and nut fillings, carries with it a rich tapestry of history that spans continents and ...

Mushroom Brown Rice Half a large white onion, diced 250g of long grain brown rice 1 tin of sliced mushrooms or fresh 6 cups of water 1 vegetable stock cube 1/2 teaspoon of ground ...

Sandwiched in between the summer’s music festivals are three upcoming events that celebrate the craft of beer. Happening throughout the summer are three independent beer festivals, some returning for ...

Archimandrita in the Paphos district is close to its border with Limassol, and at 550m altitude sits among pine forests and vineyards, crossed by the rivers Hapotami and Diarizos. It ...

By Samuel J. White In our fast-paced world, convenience can often come at the cost of nutrition. This shift has led to an increased reliance on ultra-processed foods. But diets ...

Jollof rice, a vibrant, spiced dish that is as much a feast for the eyes as it is for the palate, embodies the spirit and cultural richness of West Africa. ...

For the fricassee 300 g white fish (cod, sole or pangasius) 2 tablespoon(s) olive oil 1 small leek, finely chopped 1 garlic clove, finely chopped 125 g Portobello mushrooms (or other mushrooms), sliced 2 teaspoon ...

By Evangeline Mantzioris We’re hearing a lot about ultra-processed foods and the health effects of eating too many. And we know plant-based foods are popular for health or other ...

Moussaka, with its succulent layers of eggplant, savoury meat sauce, and creamy béchamel, serves as a culinary mosaic of the Mediterranean’s rich history and cultural intersections. This beloved ...

Spicy Kerala Chicken Roast Alright folks, it’s time for some seriously spicy food from coastal Kerala. This chicken roast recipe is straight from my mother’s kitchen, and is ...

A few years ago, I was invited to a wine tasting organised by Kyperounda Winery. After a vineyard tour with the chief oenologists, we went back to the winery for ...