A little about Larnaca Foodie
As a Cypriot, my whole existence has centred around food. Any social gathering usually entails a huge spread of delicious offerings, and my mother and grandmother have inspired me with their countless hand-me-down recipes.
Studying in Venice during my university years was a further eye-opener into the wonder of food. I spent most mornings exploring the Rialto market, I had my own local butcher and bakery, I visited fantastic wineries with my classmates and would walk home with a different flavour gelato every day, rain or shine! Evenings were usually spent around the dinner table as me and the girls would take it in turns to whip up Italian-inspired meals using the freshest local ingredients. Venice was an experience that enhanced my appreciation of good, honest food and so I sought to discover the very best in Cypriot food when I returned home.
For a small island, it is surprisingly an ideal foodie destination that suits all tastes. Cyprus is packed with countless cafes, bars and restaurants that are bustling throughout the week and boasts a wonderful fusion of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern influences that make up Cypriot cuisine. This is what led myself and my good friend Louisa to set up our own food tour company. Cyprus Taste Tours is going well in its third year, with food tours currently offered in Nicosia, Limassol and Larnaca but we hope to expand to other parts of the island this year.
Food is purely a subjective matter and this blog is my take on places I have visited, locally and overseas. Many of you may not agree with my opinion and I invite you to share your views too by commenting on my posts. If you would like to submit your own review, you can contact me at larnacafoodie@gmail.com and I will be in touch.
Yiota
As a Cypriot, my whole existence has centred around food. Any social gathering usually entails a huge spread of delicious offerings, and my mother and grandmother have inspired me with their countless hand-me-down recipes.
Studying in Venice during my university years was a further eye-opener into the wonder of food. I spent most mornings exploring the Rialto market, I had my own local butcher and bakery, I visited fantastic wineries with my classmates and would walk home with a different flavour gelato every day, rain or shine! Evenings were usually spent around the dinner table as me and the girls would take it in turns to whip up Italian-inspired meals using the freshest local ingredients. Venice was an experience that enhanced my appreciation of good, honest food and so I sought to discover the very best in Cypriot food when I returned home.
For a small island, it is surprisingly an ideal foodie destination that suits all tastes. Cyprus is packed with countless cafes, bars and restaurants that are bustling throughout the week and boasts a wonderful fusion of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern influences that make up Cypriot cuisine. This is what led myself and my good friend Louisa to set up our own food tour company. Cyprus Taste Tours is going well in its third year, with food tours currently offered in Nicosia, Limassol and Larnaca but we hope to expand to other parts of the island this year.
Food is purely a subjective matter and this blog is my take on places I have visited, locally and overseas. Many of you may not agree with my opinion and I invite you to share your views too by commenting on my posts. If you would like to submit your own review, you can contact me at larnacafoodie@gmail.com and I will be in touch.
Yiota
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