North Cyprus Cousine - Mezes

Cacik

`Cacik' in Turkey, or `Tzatziki' in Greece, this is one of the best known appetisers in either cuisine. Extremely refreshing and fragrant because of the aroma of the mint, ...

Chakistes

(crushed green olives in marinate)
This is one of the favourite of the Turkish Cypriot appetizers. To make chakistes, pick some green olives early in winter, ...

Humus

Turkish Humus is sharply appetising; it can be served with fresh bread or pitta bread to be dipped in, or as a sauce with fried fish or kebabs. It will enliven the table when ...

Tahin Salatasi

Extremely appetising and refreshing, this can be served with hot pitta or bread to be dipped in. It is a very Cypriot dish which is also offered along with kebabs, or with ...