Food and Drink

By Lindsay Middleton A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens was published in 1843. Over the course of the 19th century, his depictions of the Christmas turkey and charitable spirit were reprinted ...

Apple pie with Melomakarona and Cantuccini biscuits For the apple pie 75g unsalted butter 5 medium apples, peeled and thinly sliced (total 500 g) 3 tablespoons brandy 100g brown sugar 200g all-purpose flour 200 ...

Stollen, the German fruit bread dusted with powdered sugar, is more than just a festive treat; it’s a slice of history wrapped in rich traditions and symbolism. Originating in ...

A pilot food waste management programme will be launched by Paphos Municipality after the Christmas holidays, a spokesman said on Tuesday. “The increase of food waste from food businesses could ...

Do you need cracking Cypriot wines to pair with your Christmas lunch, a party-starting fizz for New Year’s Eve, or a thoughtful bottle as a gift? Whether it’s ...

Mince pies, those small, spiced parcels of festive joy, have a history as rich as their fillings. Their story stretches back centuries, evolving from a savoury medieval treat to the ...

By Patrick Maundu Baobab trees grow in arid and semi-arid parts of Africa, and have deep cultural and ecological significance. Some of these trees are thousands of years old. Global ...

Indian Potato Kofta with Curry Sauce For kofta 3 medium size white potatoes 1 large sweet potato 200g firm tofu 1/2 cup of cornstarch 2 tablespoons of chopped coriander 1 tablespoon of lemon juice Pinch ...

Good food and drink is an essential part of Christmas. We tasted some excellent wines for the season, how to pair them with the festive flavours, and recommend some gift-worthy ...

Few dishes are as culturally significant and universally beloved in Georgia as khachapuri, a warm, comforting cheese bread that has captivated locals and visitors alike for centuries. This emblematic food ...

Recipes with Loulla Astin Melomakarona (Christmas honey-dipped biscuits) Happy holiday month! Melomakarona are vegan and they are consumed mostly at Christmas during the fasting period. Greek Christmas without Melomakarona and ...

Three Cup Chicken 1 tablespoon sesame oil 8 thin slices of fresh ginger 6 small cloves garlic 1 spring onions, coarsely chopped (white and green part separated) 500g chicken (cut into bite-sized pieces) 120ml ...

By Rosemary Trout The holidays are full of delicious and indulgent food and drinks. It’s hard to resist dreaming about cookies, specialty cakes, rich meats and super saucy side ...

Jerk chicken, with its smoky, spicy and aromatic appeal, is one of Jamaica’s most iconic dishes, beloved worldwide for its bold flavours and rich history. This method of seasoning ...

Kerala Ground Beef Stew Stews are the ultimate cold-weather comfort food and the heartiest way to warm you up this winter. The warmth and comfort of a hot stew really ...

Cannoli, the sweet, crisp pastry filled with creamy ricotta, is one of Italy’s most iconic desserts, but its story is as rich as the filling itself. This beloved Sicilian ...

Mushroom Risotto For mushrooms 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 tablespoons onion, finely chopped 200g fresh mushrooms 1 tsp thyme For the risotto 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 2 tablespoons onion, finely chopped ½ teaspoon salt 200g rice ...

December 1 is officially the international day of Maratheftiko, and this year an event will be held on Thursday at the Elea Golf Club House in Paphos including a wine exhibition, ...

Local wine Maratheftiko is celebrated on December 1, and this year an event in Paphos will bring together 26 wineries that produce it to celebrate. Maratheftiko is an ancient red variety, only ...

By Evangeline Mantzioris Matcha has experienced a surge in popularity in recent months, leading to reports of global shortages and price increases. If you haven’t been caught up in ...

Quiche Lorraine, a name that evokes the charm of French cuisine, is a dish beloved for its creamy, savoury filling encased in a buttery crust. Originating in the region of ...

The koupa (plural, koupes) is having a moment. Earlier this month, a campaign was launched to add it to the EU’s PGI (Protected Geographical Indications) register as a traditional ...

Vegan Fish Cakes 4 Sheets of Nori cut into small pieces and blended to make a powder 3 large sweet potatoes, peeled, boiled and mashed 1 and a half cups of breadcrumbs 1 small ...

Though now deeply rooted in Japanese cuisine, tempura originated with Portuguese missionaries and traders who arrived in Japan in the 16th century. The term ‘tempura’ is derived from the Latin ...