Life & Style

It began with an innocent question at Madame bar in Limassol, where curiosity about a unique blend called the ‘doudou shot’ led me down a path I hadn’t expected. ...

What is a holiday feast without good value wine? There are plenty of good value wines for the Easter feast that will match traditional foods eaten at Greek Orthodox Easter – ...

Inspections carried out at all stages of the food chain, both at retail and wholesale level, will be intensified in the run up to Easter, the agriculture ministry said on ...

There’s a certain joy in the first signs of spring – the return of soft sun, wild greens and the slow shrugging-off of winter’s heaviness. In Greece and Cyprus, ...

“Sustainability isn’t a destination, it’s something you constantly evolve with,” says Georgia Moditi speaking about her journey to establish a Cypriot brand for sustainable womenswear. As a fashion ...

By Mike Climstein, Jeremy Hudson, Michael Stapelberg and Nedeljka Rosic You’ve got a new brown spot on your face, but is it a freckle or a sunspot? Or perhaps ...

Eight years ago, on my first day living in Latsia, I lost my credit card! I didn’t know I’d lost it – I’d been scoping my local kiosk, ...

Sweet Potato Bisque Soup 1 onion 2 garlic cloves 2 cm diced fresh ginger 1 teaspoon ground ginger 2 teaspoons dried thyme Pinch of nutmeg 3 sweet potatoes (peeled) Vegetables stock water Juice and zest of ...

As soon as the daffodils in the garden emerge from the soil, I know spring has arrived. Their bright yellow and white colours are my cue to get outdoors and ...

Where do you live?I share my time between Limassol (Cyprus), Tuapse (Russia) and Torino (Italy). What did you have for breakfast?I usually just have coffee. I try to ...

Paris, the City of Light, is a must-visit destination for travelers seeking history, culture, romance, and culinary delights. From its iconic landmarks to its quiet, hidden corners, Paris offers a ...

With a high level of expertise in the demanding luxury hospitality and real-estate industry, MHV – Mediterranean Hospitality Venture – is evolving into one of Cyprus’ and the East Mediterranean’s leading ...

By Vassos Silivistris Systemic Family therapy, also known as Family Therapy, is a type of psychological counselling (psychotherapy) that helps family members improve communication and resolve conflicts. Family therapy is ...

By Karen Taylor International maritime trade first emerged around the world thousands of years ago, linking small traders with goods they could otherwise not access. Today, what is referred to ...

The story of Cyprus isn’t just written on this island. It’s written wherever Cypriots call home. Often, that means the diaspora. The emigrants who – in a new land – ...

I had never heard of the Range Rover experience. For me, it began the moment I arrived at the imposing yet discreet LABS Tower in the heart of Nicosia. With ...

‘This is all legal, right?’ I ask Jenna (aka Miss Jenna Linn), sitting at Bean Bar in central Nicosia where her appearance has already drawn an appraising, not entirely approving ...

Lemon chiffon cake, with its airy texture and bright citrus flavour, is a dessert that feels like sunshine on a plate. Known for its lightness and versatility, this cake has ...

By Zoe Porter and Laurence Orlando Earlier this month, Kmart pulled a “hyaluronic acid cleansing balm” from its shelves, after a teen who used the skincare product was hospitalised, reporting ...

Weather prediction is an inexact science. Just ask Michael Fish! He may not be quite as famous in Cyprus as in the UK, but this was the weather forecaster who, ...

Red Velvet cupcakes with beetroot For the icing 1 large ripe avocado weighing 350gr (with core and skin) 1 tablespoon cocoa 1 tablespoon peanut butter 65g melted chocolate ½ tablespoon honey 1 pinch of salt ...

You may not realise it, but some of the world’s most admired wines are blends – a mix of different grape varieties. Many of those with which you may be ...

Where do you live?I live in Nicosia with my family. What did you have for breakfast?I drank mate tea and ate churros with dulce de leche. Describe your ...

Round Flaounes This is a small recipe so you don’t have to spend all day making them, but you can double the quantities if you like. These Flaounes are ...