The Bank of Cyprus Cultural Foundation, honoring Cypriot tradition and within the framework of the study and research of intangible cultural heritage, and especially tradition, continues this annual tribute with activities and events that showcase Cypriot tradition through the Foundation's collections and museums.
Continuing the successful collaboration between the Foundation and its distinguished collaborator Florentia Kythreotou, we are launching the workshops series for 2026 and invite you to the first workshop for adults dedicated to Clean Monday dishes.
Unique and creative recipes based on high-quality Cypriot ingredients will be presented, highlighting the "rich arsenal" of fasting through fresh ideas, pure flavors, and simple techniques.
The workshop will include a short presentation on "Lent in Cypriot culinary tradition." It will also highlight the cultural dimension of our diet, which is organized not so much by the production cycle of products as by the alternation of fasting and feasting defined by the Eastern Orthodox Church.
The workshop will offer practical suggestions for flavor combinations and the use of seasonal and local ingredients (legumes, tahini, carob syrup, olives, greens, citrus fruits, flowers, nuts, etc.) so that the fasting table is both authentic and creative.
Florentia Kythreotou is a writer and wine and gastronomy educator with a wealth of writing and extensive experience in the fields of food, culture and education. She holds the international WSET Level 3 (Wine & Spirit Education Trust) qualification and is a certified trainer by the Human Resources Development Authority (HRD).
Reservation Required at 22128175/ Free Participation
Date: Sunday 15 February 2026
Time: 11:00-13:30
The workshop will be held in the Greek language with the option of simultaneous translation in English if needed.
Venue: Bank of Cyprus Cultural Foundation, 86-90 Faneromeni Street, 1011 Nicosia – Main Entrance - Lykourgou Street
Events and workshops will take place with observation of all necessary protection measures for the health and safety of visitors and staff and are accessible to vulnerable groups.
You can find more information on the website of the Cultural Foundation: www.boccf.org , on the official pages of the Foundation on Facebook & Instagram (@boccf)
During the events, photos and/or videos will be taken. The pictures of visitors of the events may be used for promotional purposes or may be provided to the media or uploaded on the Internet. By attending the events, the public automatically gives the organizers the right to use the photos/videos taken.
Bank of Cyprus Cultural Foundation
86-90 Faneromenis, 1011 Nicosia
For information: 22 128175
