From 31 July to 2 August, the medieval castle overlooking Paphos harbour will provide one of the most atmospheric backdrops imaginable for Taste of Cyprus, a brand-new festival celebrating the island's food culture in all its depth. This is the inaugural edition, and the organisers have set their ambitions high: rather than a straightforward food fair, the event is conceived as a journey through Cyprus's history and identity, told entirely through its cuisine.
The line-up draws together leading chefs and street-food specialists from across the island, each evening shaped around a distinct culinary narrative. Over three consecutive nights, visitors can expect a programme that moves between rustic village traditions and contemporary Cypriot cooking — a range that reflects just how layered and varied the island's food heritage truly is. The harbour setting adds another dimension: the scent of the sea, the illuminated castle walls and the warm summer evenings all contribute to an experience that goes well beyond the plate.
Taste of Cyprus is aimed at anyone with a genuine curiosity about the island — locals rediscovering their own traditions, visitors looking for something more meaningful than a restaurant meal, and families seeking a relaxed but culturally rich evening out. As the first edition of what promises to become an annual fixture on the Paphos calendar, this is the moment to be there from the very beginning.
— Source: Vestnik Kipra