OVERVIEW
Enjoy an authentic taste of Cyprus by sampling locally made products, wines and dishes that reflect the island’s Mediterranean climate. At the Carob Museum in the village of Angogyra, you will gain insight into how the locals ground caffeine-free carob pods into flour that replaces chocolate in recipes. You will also sample yogurt topped with carob syrup. As an introduction to Cypriot wine, family members from two boutique vineyards will lead behind-the-scenes tours to show you how they make the most of their terroirs. Both wineries will offer tastings of wines produced with indigenous grapes. Another glimpse into Cypriot gastronomy awaits you at the Apsiou Tavern in a small mountain village, where the owner and chef will demonstrate how to prepare traditional dishes such as koupepia. Feel free to join in and help to stuff the vine leaves with locally sourced ingredients such as minced pork, tomatoes and rice. A meze lunch follows.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Gain insight into the local cuisine and wines by touring family-owned businesses.
• See the importance of carob as a substitute for chocolate in local recipes.
• Sample yogurt with carob drizzle and several wines made from indigenous grapes.
• Help a chef prepare a local dish before dining on a traditional meze lunch.
HELPFUL HINTS
• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.
