Life & Style

A weekend of health and happiness in the village of the rose Agros is the place of the roses – Cyprus’ permanently perfumed village. Here, the delicate Damask rose blooms in ...

Cabbage Thoran (Keralan Cabbage Stir Fry) Sometimes a simple stir fry is all you need to elevate a meal. Cabbage Thoran or stir fry is a Kerala specialty which is ...

Bass beats pulsed loudly through my chest as I made my way through the crowds pausing for security to strap a flashing wristband on me before making my way into ...

Seeing the joy on someone’s face when they get personalised jewellery is special. Last holiday, I gave my sister a necklace with her kids’ initials. She was overjoyed, feeling ...

Are you looking to upgrade your living room and create a space that showcases luxury and elegance? Andreotti Ltd, through its Andreotti Furniture and Exclusive by Andreotti stores, presents the ...

Jane’s transformation story began with a profound loss that changed her life forever. Years before her struggles with weight gain and negative habits, she faced the heart-wrenching reality of ...

By Morgan West How many hours have you spent scrolling through Cyprus’ property listings? And then, when you’re convinced you’ve found the perfect place, it rarely pans out, ...

In the world of sparkling wine, Champagne and Prosecco are often thought of as the only contenders. But there is a vast selection of styles out there, and sparkling wine ...

Cyprus’ doesn’t really care for walking. It was different a century ago. The first petrol car (a Peugeot Type 69 Bebe, should you be interested) arrived on the island in 1907, ...

By Garritt C. Van Dyk The most seductive culinary myths have murky origins, with a revolutionary discovery created by accident, or out of necessity. For the Caesar salad, these classic ...

Nicosia’s State Fair burst into life early this morning as Cyprus Comic Con opened its doors for its annual extravaganza. By 9 am, the parking lots were already filling up ...

As the holiday season approaches, Europe’s town squares transform into magical winter wonderlands filled with enchanting Christmas markets. These markets blend tradition with culinary delights and handcrafted gifts, enjoyed ...

Bruschetta, the humble Italian appetiser and classic antipasto, has a long and fascinating history. Bruschetta’s origins date back to ancient Rome, where the practice of toasting bread was a ...

We’re outside the church of Panayia Kousouliotissa near the village of Flasou, surrounded by pine, eucalyptus and prickly pear. The field next door looks cultivated, and I wonder what ...

In August, a young woman went shoe shopping in Nicosia. This was a big deal for her – an epilepsy sufferer, she found it hard to live a life most of ...

Where do you live?I live in Aglandjia with my wife and son. What did you have for breakfast?Rusks with a Cyprus coffee, no sugar. Describe your perfect dayA ...

Enchiladas with Minced Chicken, Beans and Corn 700g tomato passata100g waterFajita sauce2 tablespoons vegetable oil1 small white onion, finely chopped500g minced chicken1 green chilli, finely chopped (without the ...

By Xavier Aldana Reyes In the 1980s, film scholar Barbara Creed coined the term “monstrous-feminine”. It refers to the way that female monsters are typically portrayed as threatening and disgusting ...

Even for top influencers, relying solely on social media platforms can be a risky business. As an influencer, you’ve likely poured your heart into building a following on Instagram, ...

By Michael Henry and Lorimer Moseley One of the most common feelings associated with persistent pain is fatigue and this fatigue can become overwhelming. People with chronic pain can report ...

By Sinead Kelly  The word ‘narcissist’ is so frequently bandied about nowadays to describe exes or romantic partners that every second person is a “narc”. But this isn’t helpful ...

Think like a tourist for a moment. What’s a Cyprus must-see? What’s the one site or place or attraction you’d recommend any visitor should not miss? Depending ...

Kris Kristofferson, who became one of the most influential American singer-songwriters of his time with works such as “Me and Bobby McGee,” as well as becoming a successful actor, died ...

By Leanne Timpson Seaweed, the colourful macroalgae that grows in the ocean, is a food source for marine life and humans. Each type of seaweed has a unique set of ...