Cypriot Cuisine

Bread kadayif is a carefully prepared dessert consisting of two separate layers. This dessert is filled with a mixture of delicious nor cheese from Cyprus cheeses, crushed almonds and fragrant cinnamon. This mixture is placed between the two layers of bread kadayif and the dessert is closed. As a final touch, a sweet and delicious warm syrup is poured over the dessert. This syrup moistens the dessert...

Baf gum is a type of chewing gum that is one of the local and authentic products of Cyprus. Obtained from the resin of the mastic tree, this unique product is yellowish white in color and has a very hard structure. These gums are carefully wrapped in thin papers and presented to the consumer in this way. Unfortunately, baf gum has started to lose its use in daily life in the face of new flavors and...

Hellim is a unique type of cheese that is native to Cyprus and is usually white in color. This cheese is usually made from sheep or goat milk and has a wide variety of consumption methods. It can be consumed directly for breakfast, as well as grilled or fried in a pan to add extra flavor to dishes. In addition, Hellim cheese is an integral part of pasta dishes. Its grated form is sprinkled on pasta...

Cyprus cuisine is a vibrant tapestry of flavors, reflecting the rich and diverse history of the island. While it may be difficult to find a dish that is entirely "Cypriot," the cuisine boasts an array of incredibly delicious offerings that are close to their originals. Each dish bears its own unique flavor and presentation, embodying the character of the Cypriot people. Remarkably, some dishes even...