A carnival of cuisine in Cyprus

Food-lovers looking for the ultimate celebration of edible delights might like to jump on a flight to Cyprus for its annual Carnival event in Limassol and Paphos during February.

Carnival involves several days of eating and parties, and takes place in the run-up to the traditional 50-day fast preceding Easter.

The main focus is very much on food, as reflected in the designation of weeks to certain dishes; celebrations begin with Meat Week, while the following seven-day period is known as Cheese Week.

Visitors to Cyprus should take the opportunity to sample some traditional treats, including pastry bourekia stuffed with mint cheese and ravioli, sticky sweets and local wines.

Revellers can work off whatever they consume with a string of parades, balls, musical performances and other open-air events.

And with Cyprus boasting a 10,000-year history and beautiful scenery, holidaymakers should make the most of being in such a culturally rich location by visiting attractions throughout the country.

For further details, see the Cyprus Tourism Organisation website.

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