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Research: Here’s the scoop
The mercury hits red, people spending their time on the beaches and we breathe a sigh of relief, stopping for ice cream at our...
New Places: Almyra Hotel
The Paphos Hotel has reopened its gates to the public, following renovations to rooms, suites, the Aeras restaurant and public areas. The renovation was...
Research: The most atmospheric hangout spots
If you are looking for a good reason to leave home for food or drink, get ready to discover some of the most atmospheric...
Our 10 favourite new age fish restaurants
The days are gone when the Cypriot fish taverns were fighting over who offered the largest number of appetizers. Near the waves and by...
Oniro by the Sea
Our favourite sea bar at Paphos is back and has spread already since the first day of its opening positive vibes in the area...
Ouranos
With a panoramic sea view, the small port of Paphos and the medieval castle, this roof bar Ouranos which has just opened at the...
Rich Aroma kai Geysi
The excellent work of this place is undoubtable with pioneering Tower Shake, Pop Corn and Chimney cake. Here you will find Milkshake with a...
Antigo Juice and More
A refurnished place has just opened in the heart of Paphos ready to mimic the healthy choices. The retro decorations with the very earthly...
Life is a Beach Bar
From the loudspeakers the summer hits can be heard, colourful cocktails land on the sand and we, after a refreshing dip, enjoy the scenery,...
Akakiko Restaurants are coming back with the most delicious Asian flavours
Akakiko restaurants have become synonymous with the authentic cuisine of the Far East, are reopening and inviting their friends to enjoy the most delicious...
Outside Tables
We became gardeners, builders, bookworms, educators and now, after two months of quarantine, it is time to find our good old self. To meet...
Urban Vibes
From the very graphic old mansions to the very modern spaces and to the inside yards of the neoclassic up until the pavements of...
Top 5 Bars for Cocktails
Whatever season it may be at the moment, no matter what mood you are in, one thing is for sure: time and a desire...
Akakiko: Oriental treats, sushi & more
In the last years, we enjoyed new (and successful!) arrivals of Japanese restaurants opening in Cyprus one by one. Some of our favourite places,...
Ouranos: rooftop lounge that looks like heaven
This newly-build rooftop lounge and bar offers a panoramic vista of Paphos harbour and its medieval castle. The venue serves a selection ranging from...
Festive Viennese concert in Paphos
The New Year’s concert in Vienna is traditionally the European quintessential musical event of the New Year. The Cyprus Symphony Orchestra honours the spirit...
Piedra: Spanish spirit in Paphos with tapas and more
A shining new jewel has emerged amid the revitalized Old Town area of Paphos, PIEDRA All Day Cafe Lounge Bar, a perfect location to take in...
Top-5 Kids Menus in Cyprus
Feeling like going out to eat tonight with your little ones? We visited many full-service or buffet-style restaurant chains to see which cater best...
Top-5 Chinese Restaurants in Cyprus
Opulent Chinese culinary heritage is one of the all-time popular gastronomy trends in Cyprus, and there is a reason behind this everlasting love: China...
Akakiko: Japanese treats & more…
In the last years, we enjoyed new (and successful!) arrivals of Japanese restaurants opening in Cyprus one by one. Some of our favourite places,...
Top-5 Hot Spots for wine lovers
Ancient Romans used to say "In vino veritas" that means "in wine lies the truth", and who are we to argue with Romans?
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Local
Yellow alert for third day in a row
The heat wave is set to continue tomorrow, with the Met Office issuing yet another extreme high temperature warning -- the third in a...
Local
Any prospects for resumption of Cyprus talks would require termination of Turkish provocations
Any prospects for the resumption of UN-led talks for a settlement to the Cyprus problem would require the termination of the Turkish provocative violations...
Local
Nicosia mayor asks for understanding ahead of Makarios avenue project
A section of Makarios Avenue in Nicosia will close as from tomorrow for road works, with Nicosia Mayor Constantinos Yiorkadjis asking the public to...
World
Trump’s push to reopen schools part of bid to boost suburban standing
President Donald Trump's demand for U.S. schools to fully reopen this fall amid the coronavirus pandemic is central to an emerging re-election strategy that...
World
Pope ‘very pained’ by decision to turn Hagia Sophia museum into mosque
Pope Francis said on Sunday he was hurt by Turkey's decision to make Istanbul's Hagia Sophia museum a mosque, the latest religious leader to...
Taste
Local Food
Kolokasi (Taro Root)
Ingredients:
(Serves 4)
1 kg kolokasi (taro) root
½ kg pork (lean belly pork or shoulder) cut into large cubes
6 tbsp olive oil
1 head of fresh celery,...
Local Food
Moungra
Moungra is a traditional Cypriot mezze which consists in cauliflower pickled in fermented bread dough and typically served as an appetizer or meze. It...
Local Food
Cheesy Eggplant Rolls
Ingredients
4 Eggplants
2 tbsp olive oil
1 chopped onion,
2 grated carrots
1 garlic clove (sliced)
¾ of the cup finely chopped canned tomato,
½ ts sugar
1 ts oregano
2 tbsp...
Local Food
Black eyed peas with chard (Louvia me laxana)
Ingredients:
2 cups black eyed peas
small lemon (juice) + 1 tsp lemon zest
1 bunch Cypriot chards
olive oil & lemon for serving
salt & pepper
Method:
Step 1
Put the...