Lahmacun - Turkish Pizza

[Jingo]

Originally Posted by Burble

I was left gobsmacked at the after effects of the troubles in Famagusta. I don't think I'll ever forget looking forward to see a stunning beach and sea view then turning around to see buildings in that state.

You can see where my Dad used to live from the military output in Protaras, apparently the washing is still on the line!

Old Bean said some of the most beautiful underwater scenery exists under Famagusta (The whole area is basically a giant marine shelf) and is littered with a plethora of stunning wildlife, wrecks and pure, unpolluted mediteranean sea

[Will]

Cyprus just rocks so hard. Proud to be part Cypriot - though somewhat biased too

[Jingo]

Stunning place; I've been more times than I remember Where are you from Will?

I prefer places like Limmasol over the more 'touristy' Paphos/Agia Napa etc. I think being a port town it has that bustling feel of activity; the locals thrive on tourism sure, but here you can find the authentic populas- the 'local' mezze tavernas, the fish markets, the dusty "roads" to Troodos... natural beauty whether it sparkling turqoise sea, snow capped mountain, weathered fishing jetees or rustic local eateries.

I haven't been for 3/4 years now and my heart warms just thinking of that little island

[Will]

Family is originally from a small village in the Troodos mountains, however the past 3 or so generations we were firmly based in Nicosia. I agree I don't much like the hustle bustle of touristy areas, hence why I like to escape to the villa we have in the middle of nowhere. I remember Ayia Napa when it was merely 2 hotels and a couple of villas and that was it... it was the place where the Cypriots used to go on holiday, now it's unrecogniseable and really not my cup of tea.

If you go up towards wood green in London it's a bustling Greek/Cypriot neighbourhood and it is rather fabulous - sure there are some nice "tavernas" in London, but nothing can beat the fresh ingredients, ambience and weather that you get there.

Anyway we've taken this thread WAAAAY off topic - sorry Kate!!!

[lostkat]

No no! ( ) It's fine I like reading about Cyprus, having become a big fan of the island in the last 12 months

[Zico]

Small world this.

I'll probably be getting fresh (well ~6 hours old) Lahmacun tonight. My father is flying back tonight after 10 days in Cyprus

My father is Turkish Cypriot born in Girne (Kyrenia) and lived there before the split.

I've not been over there for 10 years now. I used to go with my brothers at least once a year up until I was 19.

My uncle lived just outside of Girne and ran a home delivery shop "The Old English Corner Shop" near to the town Mosque. My father converted the flat above into our own holiday home for us to stay in when visiting during the summer.

Since then he's built his own retirement house on a piece of land his father bought many many years before the island split.

Flickr photos (some).
Google from above.

[G|mp]

I may need to have a go at these, they look excellent !

I'm trying to put together a meat meze evening for the near future, bank holiday weekend hopefully




Edit, LoL @ tag line

[Will]

You going back to Cyprus again this year Ade? Was good to see you there

[Matblack]

Originally Posted by Zico

Small world this.

I'll probably be getting fresh (well ~6 hours old) Lahmacun tonight. My father is flying back tonight after 10 days in Cyprus

My father is Turkish Cypriot born in Girne (Kyrenia) and lived there before the split.

I've not been over there for 10 years now. I used to go with my brothers at least once a year up until I was 19.

My uncle lived just outside of Girne and ran a home delivery shop "The Old English Corner Shop" near to the town Mosque. My father converted the flat above into our own holiday home for us to stay in when visiting during the summer.

Since then he's built his own retirement house on a piece of land his father bought many many years before the island split.

Flickr photos (some).
Google from above.

That looks great, any chance of mates rates? I reckon I'd be up for a visit next year

MB

[Will]

Originally Posted by Zico

Small world this.

I'll probably be getting fresh (well ~6 hours old) Lahmacun tonight. My father is flying back tonight after 10 days in Cyprus

My father is Turkish Cypriot born in Girne (Kyrenia) and lived there before the split.

I've not been over there for 10 years now. I used to go with my brothers at least once a year up until I was 19.

My uncle lived just outside of Girne and ran a home delivery shop "The Old English Corner Shop" near to the town Mosque. My father converted the flat above into our own holiday home for us to stay in when visiting during the summer.

Since then he's built his own retirement house on a piece of land his father bought many many years before the island split.

Flickr photos (some).
Google from above.

Good thing he bought before the split - else the deeds wouldn't be worth the paper they are written on. I'm still really angry at the mass development they are doing on the north. They really are ruining the country IMO... and they're brining in all the Kurds that are just disrespectful and disgusting IMO. I love it when I see Cypriots (both Greek and Turkish) meet up at the Ledra palace crossing or the pedestrian walk way and have a coffee together and some food and chat - it's wonderful, it's how it was, how it should be. The mainland Turks unfortunately haven't really done much to help - however of course mainland Greece stuck it's oar in and that's how it all kicked off... with a little helping hand from the Brits!

The house looks lovely, very Cypriot and traditional - good taste!

If you're there this summer I shall be (I go at least once a year) we can have a beer, Keo not Efes as Efes is just horrid