Outsourced: why nothing is made in Cyprus anymore
Alix Norman meets the woman who’s putting the ‘Made’ back in ‘Made in Cyprus’
Once upon a time, everything our ancestors owned, they made themselves – from local materials.
Our ...
A journey through bond, grief, and growth
In loving memory of pet pooch Shiny
In the quiet corners of memory there’s a faithful companion who has left an indelible mark on our lives – our four-legged confidant ...
A minute with Rona (Androniki) Mikellidou Painter
Where do you live?
I live at my art studio with Fotis (my dog)
What did you have for breakfast?
A giant black coffee!
Describe your perfect day
An early ...
Guest recipes with LIDL food academy
Veggie twist on Tex Mex classic
Vegetarian Burrito with red pepper
4 large tortillas
Red peppers grilled or red peppers
Tomato sauce ‘Pico de gallo’ (see below)
Mexican Rice (see below)
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Which heating system is right for you?
Heating your home might not be a big concern right now. However, when winter approaches, temperatures can reach as low as 0°C at night. Suddenly, the idea of a heating ...
Restaurant review: Tiflis, Limassol
If I had to sum up the food at Tiflis Restaurant with one word, it would have to be hearty. The dishes have so much depth of flavour, they are ...
Tziortzis remains EuroNASCAR leader with two rounds to go
Vladimiros Tziortzis has maintained the lead of the European NASCAR Championship in terms of the Euro NASCAR 2 category after the fourth round of the year, which took place last weekend ...
Farmer and distiller appreciating life in a mountain valley
An award-winning spirit maker who has spent his life in the kitchen now spends his time in the hills of Limassol cooking up drinks unusual and regular, finds THEO PANAYIDES
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Beyond a marina: unveiling the premium services at Ayia Napa Marina
Few experiences can be as fulfilling and memorable as the wonder of sailing the Mediterranean Sea. However, being at sea is only part of this unique experience, as there are ...
X will allow political ads from candidates, parties ahead of US election
X, the social media company formerly known as Twitter, said Tuesday it would now allow political advertising in the US from candidates and political parties and expand its safety and ...
Your body can be younger than you are
RICHARD FARAGHER explains how to understand (and improve) your ‘biological age’
The saying goes that money can’t buy you love. But can it buy you time? This is what ...
Australian scientists make world-first discovery of parasitic worm in woman’s brain
An Australian scientist detailed on Tuesday a world-first discovery after an 8-cm (3-inch) -long parasitic worm was found in the brain of a woman in Canberra, spotlighting the risks of ...
Amplifying Cyprus’ fashion voice globally
NIKI CHARALAMBOUS meets a woman who has set up a platform to promote the island’s traditions
Dedicated fashion sustainability campaigner Christina Dymioti is working towards fashion having a positive ...
Why Cyprus won’t talk about periods
‘You could be the richest person on the island and still experience period poverty!’ ALIX NORMAN finds out why and how the subject remains very much taboo on the island
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Sushi Yama introduces us to the world of authentic sushi
At the Ayia Napa Marina, the ultimate entertainment and dining destination in Cyprus, Sushi Yama recently opened its doors to serve as a source of inspiration to anyone seeking an ...
How Villas2Let saved our Cyprus summer holiday
After being badly burned by a horrific holiday experience in Protaras, we turned to a local rental company for the perfect summer getaway.
At the start of summer, we got ...
What’s Eaten Where: Poland: less green than Cyprus!
Cyprus is not great at environmental stuff. Say what you will, we’re still ranking well in the lower half of the EU in the green stakes – just above Lithuania ...
Recipes with Roddy Damalis
Take the heat off with refreshing salad
Make the most out of the summer and watermelon season says RODDY DAMALIS
I have lived on our beautiful island for over 20 years, ...
Do tourists know Cyprus is divided?
What do visitors know about the occupation of the island? Alix Norman speaks to a selection of tourists to find out
Cyprus is billed as sea, sun and sand – a ...
A minute with Nihat Ağdaç Tutti 2nd Violinist at BBC Symphony Orchestra
Where do you live?
I live in Marylebone, London with my flat mate Daniel. My cat Behlül will join us from Cyprus soon!
What did you have for breakfast?
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Guest recipes with Farah Shammas
Sweet vegan treats
Healthy Biscuits
3 small Cyprus bananas, mashed
1 pinch of iodised sea salt
1 drop of vanilla extract
1 tablespoon of coconut oil
1/3 cup of Date syrup*
2 tablespoons of almond milk
1/2 ...
Study Cyprus as it was formed
One of the island’s most striking landscapes has a visitor centre and exhibition dedicated to the nature of the area finds PAUL LAMBIS
Episkopi village, located on the outskirts ...
Great tips on how to style short hairstyles
The sleek lob, the edgy pixie, and the blunt French bob are just a few of the trendy options available for short hair, which is now a prominent trend. Regardless ...
Restaurant review: Cambanella’s, Larnaca
A catch-up with old friends always sets you up for an enjoyable evening. My friend suggested a restaurant in Dhekelia that I had not heard of before so it was ...