Cyprus is often referred to as being at the crossroads of three continents – Europe, Asia and Africa – and as such their time-served influences can be seen on the menus of countless tavernas across the island. But, don’t go thinking Cyprus is set in its ways. In fact, this forward-thinking island has embraced grand gastronomy from around the world, cutting-edge fusion cuisines and trendy plant-based dishes, which complement the more traditional Mediterranean fare of slow-cooked meat, lemon-drenc
Although Cyprus has a plethora of trendy resort towns with award-winning beaches and tavernas, along with its capital Nicosia at its core, it is also home to some of the world’s finest archaeological treasures. Paphos, for instance, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in its entirety, while the remains of ancient settlements can be found at the metropolis of Limassol and Larnaca.
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Cyprus is often referred to as being at the crossroads of three continents â Europe, Asia and Africa â and as such their time-served influences can be seen on the menus of countless tavernas across the island. But, donât go thinking Cyprus is set in its ways. In fact, this forward-thinking island has embraced grand gastronomy from around the world, cutting-edge fusion cuisines and trendy plant-based dishes, which complement the more traditional Mediterranean fare of slow-cooked meat, lemon-drenched fish, olives and olive oil, vegetables, fruit picked fresh from the tree and nuts, perfectly. Of course, it is all accompanied by some fine Cypriot wines. Â