Fruits Of Cyprus

Question 1

What is Babutsa

Answer 1

Also know as prickly pear a summer fruits with flowers appearing around April and the fruit is ready from July to September containing numerous small seeds that can cause constipation if consumed in large quantities but act as a laxative if eaten without the seeds. Can be consumed baked or made into a juice or marmalade Street vendors usually sell these offering a refreshing snack during hot summer days.

Question 2

What is Badem

Answer 2

Almonds native to the Mediterranean blooming beautifully in January with fresh green almonds available in Food market during early spring month once matured are sold as the popular nut and key ingredient in many Cypriot desserts 

Question 3

What is cumbez

Answer 3

Known as the fig mulberry a historic tree planted outside Lala Mustafa Pasha mosque and has been there for over 720 years providing shade for the locals

Question 4

What is incir

Answer 4

Fig is an edible fruit cultivated since ancient times with a tear shaped fruits when ripened the skin turns purple or brown from green with reddish flesh containing crunchy seeds seasonal from late summer to early autumn

Question 5

What is Guafa

Answer 5

Originating from Mexico found its way to Cyprus in the 18th century in every citrus garden known for its distinctive aroma and taste and the lemon guava is popular among locals

Question 6

Citrus in Cyprus

Answer 6

What time brings an abundance of citrus fruits from lemons oranges grapefruit Bergamont. Lemons are more prevalent and widely used in Cypriot cuisine as a staple with almost every meal. bitter orange known turunç is commonly used for making a traditional sweet