Life & Style

By Rosanna Rios Perez An elegant national costume that defines Japanese culture, the kimono epitomises craftsmanship and tradition. Meaning “the thing to wear”, it is wrapped left over right and ...

By Philippa Tracy Having binge-watched the latest episodes of Netflix’s Emily in Paris, I still love the blatant romanticisation of Paris as a city and Emily’s ever-expanding good ...

The chimichanga, a deep-fried burrito filled with flavourful meats, beans and cheese, is a beloved staple of Tex-Mex cuisine. Known for its crispy exterior and hearty fillings, this dish represents ...

Cyprus is a land of nomads. Bear with me here. We’re not talking about ancient caravans winding their way through the desert, marking time by the sun and stars. ...

Where do you live?Limassol, Cyprus What did you have for breakfast?Coffee Describe your perfect daySpend most of the day in my studio, working on my projects. Evening time ...

When it comes to improving skin health and appearance, the conversation often revolves around cutting-edge skincare ingredients and lifestyle choices that complement them. Two unexpected but highly effective components in ...

Courgette soup 4 large courgettes1 large bunch of spinach6 cups of vegetable stock1 large onion5 cloves of garlicSalt and pepper to taste Sauté onion and garlicAdd courgette and spinach and cook ...

Millions of contemporaries are already accustomed to making new acquaintances without getting up from the couch. It’s really convenient! You launch the application, and make a few swipes, next ...

By Vasos Silivistris Life coaching has grown to be a hugely successful form of talking therapy, to the extent that it has helped turn people’s lives around. A life ...

Andreas Kalli’s work is a quiet storm of unresolved tension. His sculptures, drawings and video installations sit at the intersection of existence, desire and loss, creating a space for ...

Platres is known as one of the most beautiful villages in Cyprus, a mountain resort where you can escape the heat of summer, walk nature trails and enjoy good food ...

They called him Xenios. He was already dead when they found him. He’d been dead for days. Entangled in a single fishing line, he had panicked, struggling for a ...

The Role of Peptides in modern medicine: A deep dive into EPITIDE® Peptides are short chains of amino acids that play crucial roles in various biological processes. Over the past ...

By Loulla Astin A celebrity chef, Loulla Astin rose to fame in the early 90s. What began as a guest spot on the BBC’s Eggs n Baker quickly led ...

By Dan Denis Have you ever been drifting off to sleep, only to be jerked awake by the sound of a bomb going off inside your head? If you have, ...

Couscous, the granular staple made from semolina or wheat flour, is more than just a dish; it’s a testament to North Africa’s rich culinary history and its interactions ...

Kids do it constantly, at least till they become jaded teenagers. ‘Look!’ they’ll exclaim, ‘A dog!’, pointing at a rocky protuberance (that does look a bit like a dog’...

As we transition deeper into autumn here in Cyprus, the energy shift is undeniable, even if our Mediterranean landscape doesn’t mirror the dramatic leaf changes of northern climates. The ...

At first glance, the numbers don’t add up. According to CyStat, the overall number of foreign holiday trips taken by Cyprus residents in 2023 totalled a cool 1.26 million. Which, given ...

Where do you live?I live in Nicosia with my husband, my son, and my dog. What did you have for breakfast?Yoghurt with fruit and a double espresso with ...

Pinchos Morunos500g chicken thigh, cut for souvlakiJuice and zest of half a lemon2 tablespoons olive oil1 garlic clove, crushed1 teaspoon cumin, ground1 teaspoon coriander, ground1 teaspoon sweet paprika1 teaspoon ...

Nicosia’s old town is a place where the past and present intertwine in the narrow streets and ageing workshops, where tools worn from years of use tell stories of ...

By Valerie Nevgen This summer, the government gave the green light – as well as hope to childless couples – to a plan that will enhance subsidies for infertility treatment. Approved in ...

From a little girl that wants to fly to a boy’s dream to dance ballet, Maria Christodoulou perfectly captures glimpses of society and funnels their messages through her pages. ...