The Cypriot Flag

The Cypriot Flag

Flag Description
The flag of Cyprus was officially adopted on August 16, 1960.
After gaining independence from a century of British rule, Cyprus now hoists this symbolic flag. The island is a copper shade representative of its name, Cyprus - the Greek word for copper. The crossed green olive branches symbolize the hoped [...]

Sheftalia

Sheftalia

1 KG minced pork meat
2 big onions, finely chopped
handful finely chopped parsley
3 cloves finely chopped garlic
1.5 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon pepper
a pinch of cinnamon
2 lemons (juices)
one panna ( Cypriot Pork Lace Fat. Available from your butcher)

Take the panna, clean by washing. Then soak in [...]

Getting to Cyprus

Getting to Cyprus

Getting to Cyprus

Larnaca Airport

Cyprus Airways

A private boat

All EU Citizens can enter Cyprus with their National ID cards. Other visitors need [...]

Cypriot Wine

Cypriot Wine

Wine

Wine Festival in Limassol
Traditional Wine Harvesting
Command Aria Wine - The Oldest Wine in Cyprus

Wine
He discovered the vine yards, and got even more popular when he started the wine production. “Dionysus”?? Yes, Dionysus, the God of Wine. And one of the Dionysia (festivals) is the Lemassol Wine Festival named after the God of Wine (Dionysus).
What about [...]

Reunification

Reunification, the Annan Plan and EU entry

The results of early negotiations between Greek and Turkish politicians led to a broad agreement in principle for reunification as a bi-cameral, bi-zonal federation with [...]

Eating Out

Eating Out

Below is a list of Restaurants and Taverns offering all kinds of cuisines
NICOSIA
· African Cuisine
ZEBRA STEAK HOUSE, 43 Klimentos street, 22-458600/22-458601
· Arabic Cuisine
ABU FAYSAL, 31 Klimentos Street, 22-760353
ARABESQUE, 4 Pythagorou [...]

Crepes

Crepes

While they are not traditional recipe in Cyprus, crepes is very famous throughout the island.
They are French Cuisine Classic, made of a thin pancake look alike, filled with your choice of nutrient, folded like a triangle and [...]

Hotels

Hotels in Cyprus

Cyprus is a hotel heaven. Whether you are looking for a budget hotel to spend your holidays, or for a high class hotel for your business stay, you are in the right place. World class international hotels are found in Cyprus, offering a range of services with competitive [...]

Rent a Car

Rent A Car

There are lots of rent a car companies in Cyprus offering competitive rates. Most companies will offer a range of vehicles to rent at varying rates. It also depends on the season; in the summer the rates climb significantly. All companies also provide full insurance on the [...]

Cypriot Recipes

Cypriot Recipes
Having stayed for more than 3 months in a cottage in Protaras back in late 1990’s, I have learned a lot. I did not want to spend all my money on take away’ s or taverns, thus decided to cook at home. [...]