From its Mezedes and Moussaka to its Shiftalies and its Souflakia, a journey through Cyprus is a gastronomic delight. No visit to this historical island is complete without sampling all of its delectable delicacies, each of which has a history of its own. Here are a few must-try dishes if Cyprus is on your vacation list.
Meze
One of the most famous of all Cypriot dishes, Meze or Mezedes is not just a dish but a way of life in Cyprus. Eaten siga or slowly and shared among friends, a Meze is comprised of a rich assortment of about 20-30 delicious savories and appetizers that are served in saucer-like dishes. With names such as kaskavalli, koupepia (stuffed vine leaves), seftalia ( home-made sausages), halloumi (a Cypriot cheese) and barbouni (succulent red mullet), each dish tastes as exotic as it sounds. Other savories you can expect when you order a Meze at a restaurant include hummus (chick peas ground with garlic and olive oil) tender snippets of chicken or turkey, shrimp, octopus, celery, green peppers, olives and cucumbers.
Mousakas
A standard dish on every menu, Mousakas is a very popular Cypriot dish, more so in summer. Mousakas can be eaten...
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