Category Archives: Cyprus Traditions
Cyprus Customs
At various ancient and holy places around the island of Cyprus it is not uncommon to find a tree or bush festooned with strips of cloth, rags and handkerchieves. There are various traditions behind this, but the most common is … Continue reading
Traditional Cyprus Sweets
One of the most unusual but commonly seen traditional sweets in Cyprus is Soutjouko, prounced sheh-SHOO-keh, which looks like long strings of green wax candles! It is made from almonds or walnuts which are repeatedly dipped in grape must, the … Continue reading
Carob – The ‘Black Gold’ of Cyprus
Driving around Cyprus in your hire car you will see a huge variety of flowers, bushes, shrubs and trees. One of the more interesting and native to the Eastern Mediterranean region is the Carob Tree. The Carob was highly prized … Continue reading
NAME DAYS FOR GREEK CYPRIOTS
What’s in a name? In Cyprus – and Greece – the answer is a great deal. Unlike the UK, where naming a new-born child may be the result of a whim or a fashion statement according to which pop star … Continue reading
CYPRUS COFFEE
Coffee is perhaps one of the most widely traded commodities in the world – and is consumed as a refreshing beverage across the international landscape by people in diverse cultures – and each produces a variety suited to its own … Continue reading
ZIVANIA – WHAT IT IS AND HOW IT’S MADE
Considering that the tradition of wine-making runs through the veins of Cyprus and it’s ancient heritage, it’s hardly surprising that this Country in the sun-drenched Eastern Mediterranean should be the source of unusual and innovative use of the essential raw … Continue reading
KEO BEER & BREWERY – LIMASSOL
Think of a country – Cyprus. Now think of a beer – KEO ! Yes, Cyprus may be known for its sun-drenched beaches and vibrant nightlife scene – but enduring memories of a holiday spent in a hotel or rented … Continue reading
TRADITIONAL CYPRUS MEZE
Cyprus is probably best known for its sun-kissed European ‘Blue Flag’ beaches and visitor attractions ranging from the vibrant club scene in Agia Napa to ancient archaeological sites in Paphos and the tranquillity of the Troodos mountains.However, the essential beauty … Continue reading
THE CYPRUS DONKEY
In bygone days, the donkey was used as a beast of burden and a transport of necessity over choice – if not delight. But that was then and this is now – today the motorways and village roads of Cyprus … Continue reading
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