Reflection Eternal
So as I begin writing this final blog I am sitting here in Frankfort, Germany. I originally intended my final blog to be about out group meze, but then I realize that though that was the focus of our documentary that didn’t become the main focus of my trip. Don’t get me wrong, I loved learned about the Cypriot cuisines and camera work, but that doesn’t compare to the friends I made and...
Read MoreA Brief History of Nicosia
Nicosia, known to the locals as Lefkosia, is the largest city in Cyprus. Interestingly, it is also the only divided city in all of Europe. Separating the northern half from the southern half is the U.N. buffer zone. It runs along what is known as the “Green Line.” This was originally a cease fire line established by General Peter Young, after stationing his troops in different areas of...
Read MoreColossal Meze
Last week, the whole group went to eat what’s known as a meze. A meze is a traditional Cypriot feast. It consists of a large assortment of different dishes. Early in the day, a few of us went to film the preparation of several of these dishes. The most memorable sight was the bowl of snails about to be boiled. It was a huge stainless steel container with what looked like hundreds of them...
Read MoreReflections on the Island of Aphrodite
These weeks flew by like the breeze. And they took on the characteristics of the breeze here in Cyprus, welcomed during the hottest days but detested when in search of a still beach to sleep on. There were moments of elation as well as moments of frustration and disappointment, but I don’t regret any bit of it. I learned that strangers can sometimes be the kindest in the room, that foreign...
Read MoreA Bittersweet Goodbye
After almost 5 full weeks in this captivating country, it is hard to believe that in less that 48 hours I will be on a plane heading back to the United States. While I am more than ready to be home with my friends and family, there will be so much that I will miss about Cyprus and the people I have encountered here. The lessons I will be taking home are lessons that will stick with me forever....
Read MoreConquering the Cypriot Feast
For the past four weeks, my classmates and I have been here in Cyprus working toward a common goal: to film a documentary about the Cypriot mezé. The mezé, a very long and involved meal consisting of at least a dozen courses, is possibly one of the single most authentic Cypriot experiences any visitor could have; and in my opinion, every visitor to the island should try it at least once if they...
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