Food and Drink

Wine lovers and nature enthusiasts, mark your calendars for March 15. An afternoon of discovery and flavour awaits on Saturday at the Episkopi Environmental Centre in Paphos as a workshop explores ...

Farfalle with Spinach, Feta and Mushrooms 500 g pasta farfalle 60g feta cheese cut into small square pieces 500g spinach fresh or frozen – only the leaves 300g mushrooms sliced 100g kalamata ...

Briam (Roasted Seasonal Vegetables) Probably one of the best vegetarian recipes that I know, it can be found all over Greece and Cyprus that is a housewife’s favourite, especially ...

From towering stacks dripping with syrup to delicate crepes rolled with sugar and lemon, pancakes are a culinary canvas that transcends cultures and continents. But beyond their delicious simplicity lies ...

With March 1 set as International Yiannoudi Day, the indigenous Cyprus grape is celebrated by oenophiles across the island in an initiative spearheaded by president of the Cyprus Friends of Wine ...

There’s something magical about a steaming bowl of bouillabaisse – a dish that evokes the sun-drenched shores of Provence even during the chilliest days of winter. This iconic fish stew, ...

Traditional Malabar spice mix Malabar is a region in the South of India. The name of the region is thought to be derived from the Malayalam words mala (hill) and ...

It’s hard to think of marmalade without picturing Paddington Bear, that lovable Peruvian stowaway whose adventures revolve around his favourite sticky treat! But long before marmalade found its way ...

Cabbage Soup with Caldo Verde Sausage 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 spicy sausage (12 cm), thinly sliced 1 teaspoon sweet paprika ½ teaspoon pepper 1 small onion, finely chopped 1 garlic clove, finely chopped 1/2 tsp salt (or ...

Mooncakes, those beautifully crafted pastries with intricate designs, hold a special place in Chinese culture. While traditionally associated with the Mid-Autumn Festival, they are also enjoyed during the Lantern Festival, ...

Onion ‘steaks’ aka sautéed onion slices…. Do not underestimate how delicious these are (and quick and easy!) Large onions, sliced thickly (minimum 1cm thick) 2 cloves of garlic, chopped finely 1.5 ...

Larnaca technical school won a historic distinction after being branded the Best Mediterranean Culinary School, it said on Tuesday. The school beat out units from colleges and even universities in ...

Fish Soup with Egg and Lemon Broth I just love this comforting soup, which is one of the first things I learned to cook when I was about 12 or 13 years ...

Folded Filo Casserole with Camembert and Figs 300g filo pastry 100g butter 2 eggs 250ml cream 400g camembert Dried figs 1 pear 3 sprigs thyme 2 red onions salt pepper 2 teaspoon sugar nutmeg pumpkin ...

For more than 40 years the Vouni Panayias winery has continually elevated winemaking in Panayia village, Paphos. The unforgettable landscape of undulating vineyards can be tasted in the wines. Vouni was ...

Payasam is not just a dessert, but an emotion. Mixing sweetness with an aromatic spice to create Heaven in a Bowl. Derived from the word Peeyusham (nectar or ambrosia), it ...

The word cacciatore means “hunter” in Italian, and the dish it names – pollo alla cacciatora or cacciatore – carries the earthy essence of Italy’s countryside. Typically made with chicken or ...

Fresh pasta with pesto ala genovese 250g fresh pasta For the pesto: 50g basil leaves 50g olive oil 1 tablespoon(s) pine nuts 25g parmesan 1 clove garlic Freshly ground pepper For ...

February marks the return of the Peloponnesian winemakers to Cyprus with the annual Peloponnese Wine Festival. Wine professionals and lovers are invited to join this highly-anticipated annual event in Limassol ...

There has been a lot of talk about high altitude vineyards. It is a relative term, when it comes to viticulture. A grapevine can thrive at very high altitudes as ...

Few dishes evoke coastal charm and seaside warmth like clam chowder. This hearty, creamy soup, studded with tender clams and potatoes, is an iconic dish that embodies the maritime traditions ...

By Evangeline Mantzioris Olive oil is synonymous with the Mediterranean diet, and the health benefits of both are well documented. Olive oil reduces the risk of heart disease, cancer, diabetes ...

Vegan Pancakes 2 cups wholegrain flour 1 cup wholegrain oats 1 tablespoon agave 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 and 1/4 cups coconut milk 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 3 overripe medium size bananas Blend all together and pour batter into ...

Shamishi was named as the “worst-rated” Cypriot food by users of popular gastronomic tourism website Taste Atlas. The dessert was given an average of just 3.2 stars by the website’s ...