How Sweet It Is…
The common saying is that chocolate or sweets are the way to a woman’s heart. Well I am not a woman, but one things I cherish most in life are sweets. Whether it is a piece of candy or a thick slice of chocolate moist cake, the craving is always there. I guess I have my mom to thank for this due to the fact that she is one of the best bakers/cooks that I have come across in my lifetime....
Read MoreYouth in Revolt
Up until last Sunday, I had not had any negative experiences with the people of Cyprus. Of course, I had combated the heat, the language barrier and the high price of everything… But never had I had a poor experience with the residents of this island… Until the bus ride to Ayia Napa. The majority of the GLS students had decided to go on a day-cruise out of Larnaca, full of deep-sea...
Read MoreA Family Affair
When I heard we were going to film at a confectionery, I was so excited because one of my favorite hobbies at home is baking. But I was even more excited when I found out I was going to be the talent for this particular day of filming, having the opportunity to work with the bakers and see how they made baklava the traditional way. A way which is rarely seen in today’s fast-paced, demanding...
Read MoreLiving on the edge.
It was times like these when I thought my father, who hated guns and had never been to any wars, was the bravest man who ever lived. ~Harper Lee, To Kill a Mockingbird Cyprus is an island divided. This is easily seen when looking at any map. Despite that, there is little that would reflect this division when wandering around the southern part of the island, the part recognized worldwide as...
Read MoreTwenty Layers of Phyllo Dough
On Monday, we visited a local “Tea Room and Confectionary,” as the sign on the front windows of the sweet shop indicated. There, we watched a father and son make baklava. Most of my fellow students and friends are aware of my intense love for baklava, and now I plan to share that with you. I’ve made my own baklava before, and it takes a gentle hand, patience, and an affinity for nuts. I...
Read MoreThe Third Weekend in Cyprus
Things in this part of the island were quiet over the weekend, so this will be on the shorter side of my blogs. Friday was a quiet day of editing for both groups of students. I have to confess that I have begun to enjoy this slower pace of life. I’m not so fond of everyone opening and closing their stores whenever they feel like it, but a nap in the middle of the day is nice when the...
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