If you ever come to Cyprus, you must visit at least one of the monasteries. This one has to be my favourite. Not because it's just around the corner from where we live, but it has a lot to offer. It is located in a forest, at the edge of Tala village, founded by Saint Neophytos in 1159. He ...
Local Gem in Akamas: Viklari – The Last Castle, Cyprus
Do you want to see a really cool place for lunch? Then you have to go to Viklari, The Last Castle in Paphos, Cyprus. Well known by all locals for great food and even better views, this secret hot spot is a short drive away in Akamas Peninsula. Don't get put off by the rough ...
Kahlua Cake with Chocolate Ganache Frosting
Is chocolate calling your name? Then you better answer! Here is a recipe that I found on Flour Arrangements, it is pretty simple but guaranteed you'll make a little mess. The results are more than worth it! Using my brand new bunt form from NordicWare. When the cake cools off, it ...
Alasia Boutique Hotel, Limassol
Birthday weekend came around faster than I would have liked. It has been a tradition since we moved to Cyprus that for both my and my husband's birthday we plan a weekend getaway either in the island or abroad. Last year, we decided to stay close to Paphos and booked a weekend in Limassol. Our ...
Mulled Wine by Jamie Oliver
Brilliant, simple, and absolutely delicious mulled wine, by Jamie Oliver. I make it every year and it never failed to impress, try it! Mulled Wine Recipe What you need: 2 clementines1 lemon1 lime200 g caster sugar6 whole cloves1 stick cinnamon3 fresh bay leaves1 whole nutmeg , for ...