Life & Style

By Prudence Wade Kate Humble never planned on writing a cookbook – an odd thing to hear from someone who is currently promoting their first one. “I’m not a ‘grown-up ...

Honduras is the original Banana Republic. Coined in 1904 by writer O. Henry, the term initially referred to Honduras’ dependency on its banana exports. Even today, agriculture accounts for close to 20 ...

By Roger Crow Game of Thrones went from a cult drama during its launch in 2011 to one of the most talked about shows on the planet, so it’s no ...

This Limassol establishment’s self-appointed cafe moniker is somewhat misleading. While the decor alludes to more casual places, and indeed the overall vibe is relaxed enough to make you feel ...

By Prudence Wade Long gone are the days when vegans or anyone with a dairy allergy would struggle to find suitable milk alternatives for their morning brew. Now, there’s ...

In the specialist in turning out warming soups in the north THEO PANAYIDES meets a former mechanical engineer who has moved into the late night dining scene. He now lives ...

By Katie Wright Which new brands are worth a spot in your daily routine? From much-hyped make-up and skincare essentials, to swoon-worthy perfume and hair heroes, we’ve sussed out ...

A unique type of body cast allows women to see themselves from a new angle. ELENI PHILIPPOU experiences it and meets the woman who creates them The portal of life ...

By Katie Wright Spring is on the way, and there’s a lot to get excited about on the menswear fashion front. The men’s catwalk collections were full of ...

Holidays will never be the same again – but that’s no bad thing says SARAH MARSHALL As a species, exploring is part of our DNA. The triumph of crossing new ...

Home of famous footballer Cristiano Ronaldo and festival capital of the world, Portugal’s Madeira islands are a vibrant, colourful, sunny haven in the North Atlantic. While sugarcane was the ...

Where do you live? I live in Limassol, with all the voices in my head and my multiple selves. What did you have for breakfast? Very boring but literally, every ...

By Lauren Taylor It might be pretty normal in your household to throw away potato peelings, cauliflower leaves and apple cores, but there’s a new movement encouraging us to ...

Exploring the UK is an exciting, educating, and at the same time, relaxing experience. However, if you want to do this in the best way possible, choosing trains might be ...

Dramatisations and documentaries about scammers are taking over our streaming services. Laura Harding appraises the offerings. What is it about scammers that we find so hard to resist? There is ...

There is something rather bohemian about brunch. As far as I’m concerned, a meal that does not qualify either as breakfast or as lunch needs to be surrounded by ...

By Lauren Taylor If you cracked open a few more beers and popped several more wine corks than you normally would during lockdown, you’re not alone. New research has ...

To preserve your cigars, the use of a cigar cellar is essential. Why do you need a cigar box for that? Cigars need proper humidity when storing. The quality of ...

In a candle and scent maker THEO PANAYIDES finds a woman who is something of a dreamer, who claims to be a modern witch and a believer that God is ...

By Katie Wright Over the last few years, gluten-free products and dishes have become ubiquitous on supermarket shelves, restaurant menus, and in recipe books. For people who have coeliac disease ...

Determined not to be held back, a businessman in Paphos talks to PAUL LAMBIS about his life in and outside the army At the age of 59, Jeff Greenwood is content ...

By Katie Wright Pamela Anderson is back in the spotlight with the arrival of highly-anticipated drama series Pam & Tommy on Disney. Critics have praised Lily James for her portrayal ...

Smartphones are no longer a luxury – they’re a necessity. So how are people without a smartphone coping – especially having passed through Covid restrictions? ALIX NORMAN finds out more We ...

On a day that’s all about love, there are people (and places) that get it tragically wrong. Alix Norman looks at the darker side of Valentine’s Day You ...