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December 2015

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Upfront The end of another great year looms before us and since Christmas is the time for peace and goodwill, let’s forget about any negatives and enjoy the festive season with our family and friends. The Grapevine team and all our Advertisers extend warm wishes for a perfect holiday season and the hope that 2016 will bring new hope and growth to all your dreams of the future. This month Cherry Dobbins takes a look at traditional Cyprus biscuit and cakes in our cookery section (Pages 20 - 22). There are also lots of events to attend throughout the month, check them out on page 8 Our psychotherapist, Dr Vasilios Silivistris, looks at ways to alleviate the stress associated with the modern Christmas on Page 24. Many of the local charities give a round-up of the years activities. While Maggie Wright talks about party fashions for the season.

Pantomime Time! by George Dickie

However, don’t lose sight of the real reason we celebrate Christmas. The New Testament Church has ‘Carols by Candlelight’ Services which you can attend see Page 34 .

Contents News & Views

4- 6

Out & About

8-9

In Colour

16- 18

Food & Drink

21 - 22

Wellbeing

23 - 27

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Ghosts of Christmas by Barbara Strain

Recently, I was asked to take part in an online Barclaycard survey on Christmas. Predictably, perhaps, the questions were biased towards participants admitting that they overspend over the Festive Season. ‘Do you save up all year for your Christmas expenses?’; ‘Do you charge them to your Visa card?’ Note, the questions do not ask ‘Are you aware of the incredibly high interest rate you will be paying for totally unnecessary trivia?’ Maybe it’s just me – usually it is – but I cannot quite understand how Christmas has become such a commercial must-spend event. Christmases were different when we were children, weren’t they? Well, most things were, summer was more summery, days were longer and somehow the Christmas season was shorter and more intense. I do remember the build-up, and we usually had an Advent Calendar , though we kids had little cause to be enthusiastic about opening a window each day since it would only reveal a bble quote or a picture of an Angel or Wise Man. Today, there are huge varieties of advent calendars for all tastes. From Lego Star Wars to the plethora of beauty advent calendars this year (don’t ask me, I am only reporting the phenomenon). If you were to be a very religious person you might find it odd that these calendars all start on 1st December. This year you will miss out on two days of Advent (this year Advent started on November 29th) . Two choses too few then. By 2017 you should be waiting until December 3rd to indulge in the Advent ‘fast’. The calculation of Advent is a complex matter, as is the case with most Christian festivals and fasts. In the Western Churches it’s from the 4th Sunday before Christmas Eve. The Orthodox Church calculates differently; here in Cyprus the pre-Christmas fast of Advent started on 15th November. The beautification of advent calendars has been just a symptom of the

commercialisation of the whole of what was originally a solemn build-up to the celebration of Christmas. Nowadays, we have trees with lights from mid-October, carols pervading the aisles of the supermarkets in early November and all the pressure to buy! buy! buy! from every quarter from Black Friday until late on Christmas Eve. I don’t remember this pressure when I was younger. As a child, we bought a tree from the local market and plonked it in a bucket of soil from the garden. Crepe paper round the bucket was the first stage of decorating the tree. We had cotton wool for ‘snow’ around the trunk. Then came the traditional sorting out the fairly lights. Some things haven’t changed; I see a Tesco store has been advertising for a tree light ‘untangler’, to whom customers could present their lights for untangling. We had to do the tedious job ourselves, checking each light bulb along the chain. Once a string of lights had been sorted and tested, we’d drape the tinsel and hang the ornaments, discarding those that somehow broke during the intervening storage period. Then came the fairy/angel on the top; then stand back and admire. Come Christmas morning I’m sure we had as much pleasure from the tangerine at the bottom of the stocking as today’s kids do with their hi-tech gadgets. OK, maybe not, but I am glad I’m not a parent of young children, given all the pressure to buy the latest, biggest, shiniest gizmo. Browsing the internet for affordable Christmas ideas, I found an offer of a free Kindle – provided you bought one of two items priced at about £150. For ‘footie loving kids or partners’ FIFA16 is, apparently, the must-have game this Christmas. Costs about 40 quid, not including bribery and corruption. Call me Scrooge if you like, but I shall be keeping my Visa card in my wallet this Christmas. Bah Humbug.

Cancer Patients Support Group This year the Cancer Patients Support Group celebrates TWENTY YEARS as the fundraising arm for the Paphos Branch of the Association of Cancer Patients and Friends (PASYKAF), its Free Homecare Nursing and Related Services, specialised equipment and the free bus service for PASYKAF patients to the Bank of Cyprus Oncology Centre in Nicosia. Starting from a small apartment in Paphos CPSG and PASYKAF now serve their patients from a bungalow style Day Centre at 84 Ellados Avenue, Paphos (just below Carrefour). Visitors are welcome to the CPSG Coffee Mornings every second Tuesday of the month by calling Secretary Marion Lawrence on 99806317. During the morning an update is provided of current donations and events as well as other details of matters arising within the group. A Newsletter is also produced quarterly. Over the years The Cancer Patients Support Group has seen many changes not least the introduction in 2006 of an Intense Training Course for men and women to act as a support service for PASYKAF Homecare Nurses. Acting as respite for patients relatives, volunteers have become befrienders to both patients and carers and are happy to perform other helpful tasks when required.

For more information concerning this contact our Helpline on 97760989 Because of its close association with the PASYKAF Homecare Nursing, fundraising remains a top priority for the Cancer Patients Support Group’s dedicated Committee who work in an advisory capacity with supporters on events or arrange functions and events themselves. CPSG is fortunate to have the patronage of Rock Choir The Paphos Zingers as its very own choir who, in the last four years, have raised over 50 thousand euros for our charity in venues in cities and towns throughout the island. So what are the Cancer Patients Support Groups objectives and goals for the next 20 years ? Certainly their goal is to ensure that through fundraising they continue their support for the Paphos nurses and the home care services they represent but alongside this must also be the continuation of the volunteer service who together with the fundraisers have elected to give up their own time in the service of the charity they have chosen to represent.

2008 saw the introduction of a confidential Helpline which has proved such an asset that its hours of work will be extended in January 2016 to Monday to Friday 9am to 4pm instead of the 9am to 1am it is now.

CPSG has developed its own awareness programme in the last few years which has led their speakers to talk to schools, organisations and groups about its history, its relationship with PASYKAF and the interaction with the Bank of Cyprus Oncology Centre in Nicosia. Its objectives would be that through its speakers, the media and press, that patients and those who love and care for them are aware that they are not alone but have the support of the Cancer Patients Support Group and The Association of Cancer Patients and Friends.

The next Volunteer Training Course takes place at the beginning of February 2016.

More information can be obtained by calling our Helpline on 97760989

Magically yours by Peter Stammers

Paphos Magic Society easy trick series.

Interested in magic then visit: www.paphosmagicsociety.com Or email: paphosmagicsociety@gmail.com

This month: The Detachable Thumb Effect: You appear to remove your thumb. Secret: Practice this in front of a mirror. Hold out your left hand with the palm facing you. Bend your left thumb in half towards your body. Bend your right thumb in half and place it alongside the left ( see Fig.1.) Place your right forefinger over the front of the two thumbs where they touch (fig.2). Move your right hand to the right and it looks as if you have removed your thumb (fig3.). This trick should done only to people who are in front of you.

Revolution of the Mind: TTIP Globalization By Andreas C Chrysafis

and interest rates - a search for a scheme had been followed, one that would pose no risk to investors! Abs’ brainwave provided the perfect answer to their quandary. It was a win-win situation and very simple: economic colonization through a maze of international but complicated Trade Agreements protected by International Investments Courts! Far-fetched or not, records show that such deviousness in the banking industry it does exist nevertheless! In fact the European Union nightmare was created out of similar deceitfulness and on a string of binding trade-agreements that ultimately led to social, economic and political union without the consent of the people.

A metamorphosis is in progress, which aims to erode the principle of democracy and reduce nation-authority forever! The idea to reduce the powers of democratically elected governments has been surreptitiously under planning for years. It goes as far back as the 1950’s when led by Deutsche Bank chairman Hermann Abs in collusion with other powerful bankers. They sought ways to reduce government intrusiveness into their affairs as well as boost profits but primarily to gain domination and safeguard corporate private interests. A secretive “international magna carta” was established as a blueprint and a stepping-stone to economic globalization! Global currency would be the next phase of a corporate supranational domination! To achieve such a mindboggling ambition, it was necessary to weaken the powers of national governments. Ways and means were sought on how to manipulate parliaments and compel governments to legitimize corporate decisions in the interests of investors. In order for this phantasy to develop flesh and bones a legal framework was necessary before becoming a reality. Hermann Abs’ aspiration of globalization was introduced on the recognition that no governments would turn their backs on foreign investments. Under a secretive banking cartel - a cartel that now controlled the money supply

In 1955 Jean Omer Marie Monnet is considered the founding father and architect of European Union, and, just like Hermann Abs. he too dreamed of fusing nations together through trade agreements. It was as if those two men of the same era had a joint master plan up their sleeve! Today, unaccountable bureaucrats govern EU member-states; the unelected Commission dictates policies; the appointed European Central Bank controls fiscal policies and the European Court of Justice ensures compliance of EU laws. National parliaments have now become powerless and reduced to EU committee assemblies. So much for EU Democracy! Trade-agreements and fair-trading is necessary and it can provide growth and stability but in a world driven by profit maximization unjust agreements can aggravate poverty for millions of people. Such unfair corporate practices are evident in poorer countries but also rich in minerals where multinationals exploit those recources under the terms of “fair trade” agreements. As an inducement to secure lucrative licenses, the lining of pockets to corrupt officials has been going on for years and continues to this day through powerful corporate lobbies. Consequently, a global trade metamorphosis has finally been unveiled: the European Union and the United States have secretly been negotiating since 2013 - expected to reach a comprehensive agreement by the end of 2015 - the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP). It

is designed with one aim in mind: to transform global trading practice forever! TTIP it’s a new trade treaty that would allow multinational corporations to sue governments, states or municipalities whose policies damage their financial interests. To succeed, a legal platform has been established; the Investor-State Dispute Settlement (ISDS) of the World Bank with offices in New York and other major capitals. ISDS is an instrument of public international law that grants an investor the right to use dispute-settlement proceedings against foreign governments as a result of a breach in the agreement. If for example, an investor from one country invests in another country and the “Host Country” violates the rights granted to the investor, that investor may bring the matter before an arbitration tribunal. This is a system of tribunals that awards compensation to foreign investors to be paid by the state and such a decision it’s final! If the state fails to pay, its assets are subject to seizure in almost every country in the world by applying to the local courts for an enforcement order to seize the state’s assets. So in fact a private corporation is given amazing powers over an entire nation. TTIP would in fact offer multinationals a financial bonanza not only to recover money already invested, but also for “alleged profits” and “expected future profits”. Suing provides corporate investors the opportunity to make millions (if not billions) and it’s no wonder the number of suits filed against countries has reached over 500 and growing at an average rate of one case per week. The sums awarded in damages are so vast companies are using the threat of a lawsuit to blackmail governments. The creation of TTIP and ISDS are meant to protect trade and boost the economies of EU and the US by removing or reducing barriers to attract foreign investment. President Obama stated that TTIP would promote “new growth and jobs on both sides of the Atlantic”. Germany is also a strong advocate of a TTIP Partnership Agreement.

Critics utterly reject those claims afraid it would undermine governments’ right to regulate in the public interest but would instead give corporations a disproportionate influence over regulation and the erosion of democracy.

Britain is considering plain packaging of cigarette products and it has been challenged by the cigarette industry for compensation that may run into billions of taxpayer money;

Recently, more than three and a quarter million European citizens have signed a petition against TTIP and in Berlin a massive demonstration of over 250,000-strong protesters organized by the Confederation of German Trade Unions (DGB) took to the streets. Thousands of other meetings and protests were held across all 28 EU member states. They fear TTIP would undermine local regulation by giving unaccountable international arbitration panels the power to rule over national interests.

Philip Morris is suing Uruguay for billions over its decision to increase the size of health warnings on cigarettes and for clamping down on the use of sub-brands, which give the impression that cigarettes are safe to smoke;

Meanwhile the EU Commission refuses to listen to the protests and continues its surreptitious TTIP negotiations behind closed doors without the involvement of EU member-state governments or the European Parliament. Negotiating committees from both side of the Atlantic meet secretly and in private to reach a final TTIP agreement. It’s prudent to say that those committees are profoundly influenced by an army of corporate lobbyists swarming Washington and Brussels to ensure decisions are in support of their corporate clients. Without a doubt TTIP is a controversial issue that would affect millions of people and yet, no meaningful public consultation has been conducted except for a three-month on-line attempt that did not receive publicity across the 28-member states. In fact the public (and governments) are kept in the dark and not without good reason; they fear public outcry and opposition! As the Greek and Cypriot people have found out, the EU would not tolerate reform or deviation from its austerity policy. Portugal’s president Anibal Cavaco Silva took that policy one step further. He used his constitutional privilege and refused to officially appoint a majority-elected coalition government with a mandate to drop the EU-IMF Troika’s austerity programme. His excuse or pretext was to “safeguard Portugal’s national interest”. EU Trade Commissioner, Cecilia Malmstrom - and the main driving force behind TTIP – shared similar dictatorial opinions. In a recent interview she announced: “I do not take my mandate from the European people.” If so, where does she get her mandate if not from the EU Parliament or the people? In fact the EU has recognized that powerful corporate lobbyists are the main movers and shakers of EU policy-making. All considered, it’s quite likely that Commissioner Cecilia Malmstrom receives her instructions from powerful TTIP lobby groups in the interest of multinationals on both sides of the Atlantic. This new anti-democratic mechanism has also raised the eyebrows of officials at the United Nations. They called for the suspension of TTIP talks fearful that a system of unaccountable international courts used by major corporations would undermine human rights. They are not wrong! At the present there are hundreds of cases brought against states by corporations claiming a horde of damages:

Cancer, Loss and Grief Course 2016 Would you like to work for the nurses of The Cancer Patients Support Group, Paphos in supporting cancer patients and their carers in their own homes? No previous experience is necessary as training will be given, but you do need to be a good listener and have a caring nature. There will be no cost for the course training. The course will run for one day a week for eight weeks,. It will commence on Wednesday January 27th and will run every Wednesday until March 16th, 2016. The hours are from 10am until 4pm. Interviews will be in November.. To find out more please telephone: The Cancer Information Helpline 97 76 0989 from 9am until 1pm

Philip Morris closed its factory in Uruguay during a labour dispute leaving workers out of jobs by using blackmailing tactics to get its way; Vattenfall the Swedish energy giant filed suit in 2009 for 1.4bn-euros against the Federal Republic of Germany in the Moorburg case that refers to two massive coal chimneys spewing a steady stream of thick smoke into the sky. A year after the Moorburg case closed, Vattenfall files another case against Germany seeking 4.7bn from the taxpayer on its decision to phase out nuclear power. El Salvador is facing a multimillion-dollar suit lodged by a multinational mining company after the small country refused to allow it to dig for gold. Argentina was sued by the French conglomerate Vivendi after the province of Tucuman limited the price it charged people for water and wastewater services and was forced to pay 100m-dollars in compensation. Ecuador after cancelling an oil-exploration contract with Occidental Petroleum the company filed a suit before an international investment tribunal and was awarded 1.8bn-dollars in damages; Australia is currently facing a billion-dollar lawsuit filed by Philip Morris the tobacco conglomerate; There are many other such cases anxious to protect their interests and also pilfer billions from governments at the expense taxpayers. If the 5,544page TTIP (still at negotiating phase) were adopted, it would be the greatest global corporate coup d’état the world has ever seen controlled by banks and insurance companies, Monsanto and other supranational corporations. In fact they would be the masters of global law with the powers to render null and void national policies that do not suit their private interests. A corporate enslavement of nations is about to take place and small countries such as Cyprus would be at the mercy of TTIP especially now which has discovered a vast amount of natural gas. Multinationals are sniffing for a piece of the pie and if not opposed TTIP would certainly entrap and exploit the country forever. But the most important question of all demands an answer! Do those foreign multinational companies and bankers have the right to force governments to relax or change laws to suit them as opposed to those same companies complying with the laws of the land? That question concerns all democratically elected governments and citizens alike!

Ioannides Card and Stationery Shop We are retiring and selling off everything by the end of the year. 50% on cards and stationery and special bargins on bigger items. Tel: 99 432763 © Grapevine • December 2015

Diary 0f events December

Saturday 5th Fabulous Zingers Christmas Concert at the Crazy Spoon to include well known har-mony group Island Blend. Entrance Free. Starts 7.30pm For more information contact Ruth on 99389073 Sat. 5th 1920’s Great Gatsby Ball. Eléa Golf Club – In-Any-Event are creating a 1920’s style Gatsby Ball at Elea Golf Club on Saturday 5th December. The evening, sponsored by Felicitas Management Group, will include a welcome drink to the sound of the saxaphone, a served 1920’s themed four course dinner and after dinner entertainment with Melissa Williams. The evening is black tie or 1920’s style dress. Tickets for the evening are 45€ and available from In-Any-Event on 99 387 311 or by e-mailing mail@in-any-event.biz Sunday 6th 16th music festival Paphos 7.00 p.m.. Venue : Paphos Acadeny of fine arts. “on black & white” concert for 2 pianos with Gergana Georgieva & Corina Vasiliou. Playing J. Brahms 21 Hungarian dances WoO 1. Organizer: Paphos Academy of fine arts. Entrance 10.00 euro Sunday 6th “Special Christmas Market in Pano Akourdaleia Herb Garden with Farmers, Arts and Crafts, roasted chestnuts, home made mulled wine from local grapes, santa himself and choir! Sunday 10am-2pm. Local, natural, homemade and handmade! Supporting your local community by buying directly from the producers, artists and crafters. Coffee shop on site. Great social atmosphere! For more details visit www.facebook. com/groups/heavenonearthherbals or contact 96425879/99993412.” Please note that we will not being doing a market in January (Sunday 3/Jan), Sunday 6 Dec: “Special Christmas Market in Pano Akourdaleia Herb Garden with Farmers, Arts and Crafts, roasted chestnuts, home made mulled wine from local grapes. 10am2pm. Local, natural, homemade and handmade! Supporting your local community by buying directly from the producers, artists and crafters. Coffee shop on site. Great social atmosphere! For more details visit www.facebook.com/groups/ heavenonearthherbals or contact 96425879/99993412. Saturday 12 Sinatra Centenary Ball Celebrating 100 years of the life and music of Frank Sinatra Coral Palace, Coral Bay, Paphos Doors open 6.30pm, Showtime 8.30pm. Dress code: black tie Tickets €25 including a sumptuous buffet dinner. Tickets available at Hearns Coral Bay, Cake Fairy Tombs of the Kings Road. and Computer SOS Chlorakas. Call Angela – Tel: 99856571 for more information Saturday 12th Cancer Patients Support Group Dinner Dance at the King Evelthon Hotel 3 Course Buffet, local drinks between 7.30pm and 9.30pm, entertainment by the Blues Brothers. Price €37.50. To reserve tickets call Tracey Rowe 96262182 or Karen Roe 99370103 Sunday 13th Student’s annual concert 6.30 p.m.. Venue : Paphos Acadeny of fine arts. Entrance: FREE. Organizer: Paphos Academy of fine arts

Friday 18th At 6pm at The Latin Parish Hall. Musical event on behalf of CPSG. For more information contact Ruth on 99389073 Wednesday 23rd and Thursday 24th The fabulous Zingers will sing for the Cancer Patients Support Group on Wednesday at 6pm at the Coral Beech Hotel and on Thursday between 3.30-5.30pm at the Athena Beech Ho-tels. For more information contact Ruth 99389073 Thursday 24th Becoming a tradition. Christos and his son Vakis invite you to breakfast at their Grillhouse in the Market in Paphos. From 9.30am Breakfast €3.50 Wendy will be there with her piano for us to sing Christmas songs . There will be a raffle for CPSG . For bookings contact Maxine 26 272701 Saturday 26th Boxing Day Swim undertaken by Graham Angel and other swimmers at Vardas Beach in aid of CPSG. 11am start. Return to UKCA for hot soup €3. Meal €5.50. For bookings contact Graham on 99922994

Jack and the Beanstalk Kathleen Ruddy has given the traditional story a Cypriot twist which incorporates the Cypriot diaspora, the divided island and the longing for the Cyprus of yesteryear. This JACK & THE BEANSTALK is the mythical tale of the laziest teenager in Hackney, Jack and his widowed mother- the widow Pantyfeather. When Jack was a baby, his family fled the magical city of Lapithos after a great giant descended from the sky, stealing all their gold and eating all the baby boys. Jack’s mother has wrapped the well-intentioned Jack in cotton wool ever since, rendering him very, very, very lazy. But, he longs to help his impoverished widow mother and return to the forbidden city to reclaim his family’s treasures and defeat the Lapithos giant, but he must first tackle his addiction to Candy Crush... Join Jack on his enchanted quest for love and justice from his Hackney highrise to the bewitching waterfalls of lost Lapithos. • The pantomime was written with the whole family in mind and is suitable for all ages. All script and songs in English.

Jack and the Beanstalk performances are as follows: Ano Polis Theatre, Paphos Two performances daily as follows: Friday 4th Dec Matinee Performance 12-2 pm Afternoon Performance 4-6 pm Saturday 5th Dec Matinee Performance 12-2 pm Afternoon Performance 4-6 pm Sunday 6th Dec Matinee Performance 12-2 pm Evening Performance 7.30 pm

Pano Polemidia Cultural Centre, Limassol as follows: Monday 7th Dec Matinee Performance 12-2 pm Evening Performance 7.30pm

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Thursday 17th At Mothers Restaurant. 7pm. Fee €12 includes buffet and a donation to CPSG, Raffle. Fun quiz with friendly crowd. Contact: Martin on 99296563.

For this month’s live music listings visit www.nitbats.com

Church Groups

ANGLICAN CHURCH OF PAPHOS

Sunday Services - Ayia Kyriaki, Kato Paphos - 8.15am and 6.00pm Holy Eucharist (4th Sunday Choral Evensong); St Luke’s, Prodromi - 9.30am Holy Communion; St Stephen’s, Tala - 11.00am Holy Communion. Wednesdays Ayia Kyriaki 9.00am, Holy Eucharist. Contact: Church Office - 26-953044 or 99-212627.

NEW TESTAMENT COMMUNITY CHURCH

Every Sunday 10.30am at the Coral Star Restaurant, Coral Bay, A variety of midweek home groups and social outreach activities, etc. For more info, tel. Elder Val Morgan 99 407091. Email: val.coralbay@hotmail.co.uk

LATIN PARISH OF PAPHOS Anyone is welcome. Holy Mass times at Agia Kyriaki Chrisopolitissa, Kato Paphos: Saturdays 18.00 (valid for Sunday), Sundays 10.00 (Latin), 11.00 (English-Polish), 12.00 (English); at Latin Parish Hall, Tombs of Kings Rd: Saturdays 16.00 (valid for Sunday); at St. Nicolas Church, Polis, Saturdays 10.00; at Columbia Resort, Pissouri, Sundays 18.00. Parish Priest: Fr. Carlos Ferrero. Tel: 26-931308. www.stpauls-catholic-parish-paphos.com

Directory of Societies, Clubs, Groups and Regular Meetings Paphos

Resort, text 99-923310 or email taichipafos@gmail.

Alcoholics Anonymous, tel. 99-916331 or 99-399240

com

Al-Anon family groups. Tel 97-699256 alanonpaphos@yahoo.com

The Aircrew Association Cyprus, for Military Aircrew, tel. 26-815347 (island wide)

Alzheimer Self Help Group, tel. 26-621530

The Royal British Legion, tel. 99 135894

Bereavement Support Group, tel. 99-312662, 99-224147, 99-175510 or 99-541278

Limassol

British Guides in Cyprus, tel Michele 99-172549

Alcoholics Anonymous, tel. 25-368265 or 99-559322

Cancer Patients Support Group, Coffee Morning, tel. 26-654007

Bridge in Pissouri.com Every Friday at 2 Friends Restaurant. tel. 99-667592

Cancer Patients Support, Craft Group, tel. 26-654007 Cancer Support Group & Info Help Line, tel. 97-760989

C3A Cyprus 3rd Age, www.c3a-cyprus.org/limassol

Chicago Bridge, tel. 26-937551 or 99-557829

Cyprus Services Rambling Club, tel. 99-292092

Children’s Craft Workshops, Saturdays 10am, tel. 99-079194

Cyprus Women of Today, tel. 99-358525

C3A Cyprus 3rd Age, www.c3a-cyprus.org/paphos

Food for Friends, tel. 25-634487

PAPHOS CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP INTERNATIONAL

Cyprus Samaritans, tel. 77-777267, Freephone 80007773

We welcome you to worship with us at 10.30am each Sunday. We are now at the former Welcome Inn, 12 Adamantiou Korai St, Paphos. Elder Mike 99175985 and Elder Mark 99930070

Diabetes Support Group, tel. 99-861279

Friends for Life Limassol Hospice Care, tel. 25-343000 or Admissions 99-189796

THERE IS A REFORMED CHURCH IN LIMASSOL

Where the message of Christ’s saving power & love is proclaimed & the Biblical view of His Kingdom taught. All are welcome. International Evangelical Church (Reformed), 352 St. Andrew’s Street, 1st floor (near the Municipal Gardens) Services 10.30am Sunday, Bible study 7pm Wednesday. Tel. 99-384742 or email: iec.limassol@gmail.com for more info

CHRIST EMBASSY CHURCH

Invites you to join them for praise and worship each Sunday at 10.00am at No 20, 25th of March St, Paphos. Holy Communion is celebrated on first Sunday of each month. Tel. 99-757138

New Friends Coffee Morning,

Duplicate Bridge, twice weekly at 6.45pm. www.bridgewebs.com/ paphosbridgeclub Easy Strollers Walking Group, suehampson1971@aol.com Fitness for Life, tel. Yvonne 99-034576 Good Vibrations, Wednesdays 99 14 8892. www. goodvibrationscyprus.com Jukebox Jiving, tel. 96-349276 ‘Learn about your Body’ Last Friday of every month For more info call 99 993412 or email caroline@heavenonearthherbals.com

Limassol Bridge Club, Mon & Fri 3.30pm, tel. 99-645338 Man City Cyprus Limassol, tel. 99-130711 or 99-812393 RAFA Aphrodite Branch Meeting. Tel 99-298723 Royal Logistic Corps Association, tel. 25-717002 Table Tennis at UKCA, tel. Antonio 99-334706

P.A.S.Y.K.A.F. (Paphos Bereavement Support Group - Saying Goodbye), tel. 99-312662

The Limassol Ladies Club, tel. 99-951910

PALMS (Paphos Area Ladies Multi-national Society), tel. 99-341929

Tel. 24-652331

St. Helen’s Anglican Church, Larnaca,

PGA (Paphos Golfers’ Association) Amateur Golf for local players Details contact Mark (pgacyp@gmail.com)

Tel. 24-651327

Paphos International Sailing Club (PISC), www.pisc.org.cy

St Barnabas’ Anglican Church Limassol

Limassol (Coeur de Lion) Lions Club, tel. 99-921290

Line Dancing, Jane tel. 99-762047

Coral Star Restaurant 10.30am Thurs, Coral Bay, Paphos

Int. Evangelical Church, Larnaca,

Happy Valley Hash House Harriers, tel. 99-434794

Paphos Magic Society www. paphosmagicsociety.com or Peter Stammers 99459673

Opposite the Old Hospital. Sunday Communion at 10am with Junior Church & monthly 11+ group on 2nd Sundays. Tel. Derek on 96-612371 stbac@spidernet.com.cy Paphos Writers Group, tel. Nikki 99-012601 or see www.stbarnabas-cyprus.com

The Royal British Legion, tel. 25-315313 Toastmasters International, tel. 99-754042 or 97-744285, www.limassol-toastmasters.com

Larnaca Alcoholics Anonymous, tel. 24-645523 or 99-344339 Antidote Theatre Workshops, tel. 24-822677 or www.theatreantidote.com

www.paphoswritersgroup.com

Arsenal Cyprus Larnaca, tel. 99-015699

All German-speaking Christians are warmly invited to a church service, second Saturday of each month at Ayia Kyriaki Church (St. Paul’s Pillars), Paphos at 4pm. Tel. 26-270619. Please confirm venue.

Scottish Country Dancing, tel. 99-298512

Dhekelia Sailing Club, www.dhekeliasailing.com

Sequence Dancing, Tues Afternoons. Tel, 99-750332 or email marybennett332@gmail.com

St John Ambulance, British Forces Overseas, Dhekelia, tel. 99-378054

Int. Christian Fellowship (East), Limassol

Short Mat Bowling, tel. 99-983684 or 26-960522

Welcome 10.00am Sundays to: Worship, Study the Bible, Care for each other. Kanika Complex, Flat 201, Apollo Building. Tel. 99-917195.

Steni Village Art & Crafts Group, Thursdays, tel. 99-175988

The Royal British Legion, Larnaca Branch, www.rbllarnaca.org

Meet for Communion Services at 6pm on the second and fourth Sundays of the month in a room at the amphitheatre, Pissouri Village. Tel. 96-612371 or email: stbac@spidernet.com.cy.

Singles Sunday Lunch Club, tel. 99-754078

Aladdins Cave Charity Shop, tel. 99-927452

Table Tennis, Thursday evenings, tel. 26-652763

Timi Market & Car Boot Sale, tel. 99-611637

Taichi & Qigong at Platinum Gym, Kamares Club & Crown

The Duckpond, tel. 99-875217 or 99-090253

GERMAN-SPEAKING LUTHERAN Church in Paphos

Pissouri Anglican Group

Stroke Association, Latin Parish Hall, 1st Saturday each month, tel. Brenda 99-804161.

Markets, Charity Shops & Car Boot Sales

Paphos Area

Paphiakos Saturday Market, tel. 97-718675 Stroumpi Farmers’ Market & Craft Fair. Second Sunday of every month. 10am-3pm. Tel. 97 839295. Craft Market, Thur 9-2, Coral Star, Coral Bay, tel. 99-387311

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Pano Akourdaleia Farmers Market. First Sunday of every month 10am – 2pm. Tel 99 993412 or 96 425879

Limassol Area The Flea Market, Fassouri, tel. 77-778828 Friends Hospice Charity Shop, Pissouri, tel. 99-802414 Linopetra Corner, tel. 99-612832

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Don’t Forget the Animals Paphiakos & CCP Animal Welfare Mulled Wine Evening – Thursday 10th December 2015 between 6pm and 8pm – In the NEW, IMPROVED T-Rooms, join us for a great evening of socializing, mince pies & quiches, Christmas carols and a SUPER RAFFLE! €5 donation Christmas Special Saturday Market – Saturday 12th December 2015 between 8am and 1pm – A great selection of stalls displaying cakes, jewellery, clothes, Christmas decorations and so much more! A raffle will be held on the day. Stalls are €10 (gazebo included) and you can book by calling Dot at 97718675. Book early to avoid disappointment! Sponsored Boxing Day Swim – Saturday 26th December 2015, from 11am – At Vardas Beach, bring family and friends either to go in the sea for 15 minutes (get a sponsorship form from Paphiakos and raise money for the animals) or to cheer the brave “dippers”! For more information on this exciting day, how you can sponsor and/or enter the swim, telephone Dot at 97718675. January Sales Trip to Nicosia – Thursday 21st January 2016 – Our traditional shopping trip takes place again! This time we’re hitting the shops for some serious SALES shopping… As usual, we are going to Marks & Spencer Strovolos, then to the Old Town to drop off those who fancy a stroll in Old Nicosia, and then to Mall of Cyprus & IKEA. Departure is from the Paphiakos T-Rooms (in Kato Paphos, next to Ambassador Restaurant) at 7:45am. We will leave from Nicosia at 4:30pm. Get your tickets by calling 99753217. Paphiakos & CCP Animal Welfare would like to wish all readers a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! We would also like to thank sponsors, collaborators, members, volunteers and general public for their support throughout 2015!

Don’t Forget the Animals Peyia Animal Rescue Club (P.A.R.C.) DO some Christmas Shopping and find bargains galore at our Christmas Fayre – 10am til 2pm Saturday 12th December outside the Coral Star (opposite Phillippos Supermarket Coral Bay) with Vendor tables available at €10 each. Call Fiona (96589430) or Pam (99059068) for bookings or details Have some FUN and test your knowledge our Monthly Fun Quiz Night – Tuesday 1st December at the Coral Star Restaurant (opposite Phillippos Supermarket Coral Bay). 7:30pm start €5 to enter the quiz plus a chance to win cash prizes with our “Find the Lady” draw. Whether you are having a big clean, moving house or just a quick tidy then please donate your unwanted clothing, bric-a-brac or other household items to PARC.For more information call Julie 97712189 or Jean 96219797 Make new friends (furry and otherwise) as there are many volunteer jobs to do even if you just have the occasional hour to spare to help out.Helping hands experienced or not are always needed. Please note that PARC does not have a shelter to take in animals, we also do not have a shop in the Peyia area We have many cats and kittens looking for a “forever home “who are currently in foster homes being cared for by our volunteers, If you are interested in offering a permanent home please contact us For more information on the above and PARC please contact us on the numbers above or visit our website (www.parc-cyprus.org) see our Facebook page (www.facebook.com/Parc.Cypruc).

Cyber Crime by Barbarian

There has been a lot of publicity recently about online fraud and varying scams, that are intended to defraud you. At least three 15/16-year olds were arrested for the hacking of phone provider TalkTalk’s customers’ information and several UK banks have had transactions disrupted as the result of hackers breaking into their systems. The young lads may have done this simply because they could, and other hackers may simply hold a grudge against a particular company. However, organised gangs have shifted their operations from street crime to cybercrime. Last year there were over seven million incidents of online fraud and other cybercrimes in England and Wales alone, with an estimate that one in 12 adults had suffered fraud and one in 22 had become a victim of cybercrime. More than half had lost money as a result. The appeal for criminals is obvious. Why risk being caught trying to commit a robbery where you risk witnesses, CCTV and vigilant police force to steal a few thousand, when you can sit in the comfort of your home outside the jurisdiction of a Western law and commit multiple small frauds in one day. We all use the Internet so much these days that we are all potentially vulnerable to an attack. We know we should protect ourselves against fraud, but do we take as much care as we should? You must ensure that your passwords are as safe as you can make them. It is a bore that many websites now ask for passwords, but it’s best not to repeat the same one over different sites. You should change passwords regularly and use different ones for different applications. A password comprising three random words protects against the use of hacking software that churns out passwords until it finds the right one. Accessing multiple passwords can be simplified by using a password manager. These store your passwords safely, being accessible by remembering just the one master phrase. Do not simply keep a list of your passwords or access codes. You should also maintain security updates; regularly inspect your PC,

laptop, tablet or smartphone for viruses and malicious programs, using the latest version of an antivirus or antimalware software. Avoid clicking on embedded links in suspicious emails, as they may contain malware that can take over a computer and steal personal details. In fact, you should immediately destroy any emails that ask you to provide personal data or have suspicious links or attachments. A step beyond that, take care what you post online and on social media; Cyber experts say that the trade in stolen credit cards is being outstripped by that of identity theft. So much for being savvy online. There are fraudsters who may have found just enough information about you to try to convince you to give away further information. Remember that no bank will ask you for your access codes/passwords in any way, whether by email or by phone. The TalkTalk case highlighted this. Fraudsters made a phone call claiming to be from the company, saying that a repayment was due to the subscriber. ‘They knew our name and address and our TalkTalk customer number,’ said the customer. Presumably this information had been disclosed as the result of the hacking incident. They then used skimpy details of the customer, along with the promise of a repayment to convince them to give out bank details. The net result of course was that the fraudsters had the information they needed to wipe out the balance in the account. Apparently it is possible to keep control over the telephone line, so that the potential victim is encouraged to hang up and call a known number. In fact, it is still the fraudsters at the other end. Naturally, they will confirm the authenticity of the case and persuade the customer to part with the necessary information. The general advice is to wait at least five minutes before calling for confirmation.

Paphos Classic Vehicle Club by Wendy Dacre

Paphos Classic Vehicle Club is a group of people who either own or appreciate classic vehicles, and enjoy getting together, using and discussing them. We usually hold our monthly socials at the Ayios Epiphanios Taverna in Anarita on the third Saturday of the month at 16.00. Not all members actually own a classic vehicle and some who do are in the process of restoring them and use their ‘modern’ vehicles in the meantime. Impromptu runs out for the classic cars occasionally happen and these are, as the name suggests, arranged at short notice and can be arranged by any member. They take the form of a run to a tavern for coffee or lunch, or for supper in the summer. You can go as a group or alone and meet us at the destination. As there is little planning required, there is no need to decide until the day whether you go or not. November was a slightly busier month, in addition to our normal monthly meeting on 14th we had our Annual Scrabble Run on 1st, which was the usual brain taxing fun (the most words were found by Mr & Mrs Armstrong), followed by a delicious mezze at Gabriel’s Taverna in Kouklia. We then had an equally delicious lunch at Letymbou Tavern on 12th, which was simply a ‘get together’ without a previous run out. We also had several members attend the Cyprus Classic Car Touring Club’s 7th Classic and Sports Car Show, in Nicosia, which was attended by members of most of the Classic Vehicle Clubs on the island. This took place over the weekend of 14th / 15th, so reduced the number of us in attendance at the monthly meeting. December is traditionally a quiet month and this year will be no different with only a lunch out planned for 10th. Our next regular meeting will be on the 3rd Saturday in January, as normal. Paphos Classic Vehicle Club would like to wish everyone a very merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Contact us on e-mail address: paphclassics@gmail.com Phone: 99791872 or view our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/Paphclassics Website: www.paphoscvc.com

Migration, Families, Inheritance, Tax Savings Today and Tomorrow by Sam Orgill

What a 6 months. Cyprus under scrutiny from the Troika came up with game changing tax changes that reposition Cyprus as a Tax Friendly location for Expats living, working, investing and retired abroad. These changes impact on the laws of succession affecting Wills, Trusts, and in turn Property, Business and Investments. The EU inspired legal changes allow new ways to save inheritance tax, a tax residence with no saving or investment taxes, maintain a pension tax environment of 5% income tax, discounts in property taxes on purchase and capital gains exemptions on overseas Cyprus property sales. How does this affect your Family planning for inheritance, business and overseas property investment? Origins – Where you are From The key driver to the change was the introduction into Cyprus law of a statutory definition of where you are from – domicile. If you are born in a country with parents from that country then your origin is that country – your domicile. You may be born in Ireland you’re your parents come to UK to bring you up but your origin is the home country Ireland. If you live in Cyprus for 20 years (and a tax resident for at least 17 of those years) then your Domicile becomes your country of residence – Cyprus. And so it will remain, unless you return to your home country, which would immediately become your country of domicile again. An Expat returning to the UK after 30 years in Dubai and Cyprus would immediately fall under UK domicile again. If an expat left Cyprus after 25 years, as Cyprus domicile and lived in Spain, his domicile would remain Cyprus, unless he remained in Spain for 20 years plus or returned to his home country. The UK, Ireland has not introduced such a definition of domicile. But the guidance for assessment of domicile for inheritance tax is the same rules.

to settle you worldwide estate in your country of habitual residence. This can be different to domicile or tax residence. It also allows for a certificate of succession to be issued between member states to confirm any settlement of an estate in another jurisdiction This means it is more likely all overseas assets are included in any inheritance tax assessment. Inheritance tax in Cyprus is 0% between to families, but taxes may apply when marriage or blood relations do not exist under Cypriot law. If you choose UK law to settle your worldwide will & estate UK inheritance tax may well be applied. Make a Will Family Protection Blood relatives inherit in Cyprus law. The first level is spouse and blood children. Other ‘family’ members could be included or excluded. Relatives 4th removed could claim from an estate. Only if no such blood relatives exist would the spouse inherit the whole estate. All Expats should review their Cyprus Wills. Savings and Investment Tax Saving Defence levy Savings taxes are now 0% for all non-domiciled Cyprus investors and tax residents for savings, dividends, investments, property rental income and investments. Because it is a 0% rate then tax at source in another country can be reclaimed – but the laws of that country may also retain that tax. If you become domiciled in Cyprus then you must pay defence levy. Free Review – Inheritance & Saving Taxes ProACT offer a Free Review of your family situation. Expats must make written changes of your Will if you want to use the succession rules of your home country. But consider the impact on inheritance tax at 40% in the UK or other countries. Consider who you want to benefit in your Will, is this possible with your arrangements?

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Do you need a Financial Adviser? by Mrs. Vivian Nagel, MCSI

Only 20% of the UK adult population regularly use an adviser, although this has increased as people find they require more advice during the long drawn out economic crisis and the low interest rate environment. Outside of the UK, the percentage of expats using an adviser is greater than in the UK due to various factors. As an expat there are issues that you may be familiar with in the UK, but not abroad, such as the tax treatment of income, bank interest investment income etc., potential Inheritance Tax liabilities, frozen pension transfers, and many others. Working expats may need advice regarding planning for retirement, school fees and other savings needs as well as tax advice and estate planning.

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Sweet Traditional Cypriot Christmas by Cherry Dobbins

In the week preceding Christmas Day households bake biscuits that will be eaten throughout the festive season till Epiphany. The traditional biscuits are melomakarona and kourabiedes. These keep well, covered at room temperature for up to 3 weeks.

Melomakarona

Pinch salt 300g plain flour 150g almonds, roughly chopped and lightly roasted Icing sugar to powder

450g plain flour

Preheat the oven to 200°C

½ tsp. bicarbonate of soda

In a food processor add the butter and sugar and mix for about 10 seconds until the sugar is completely dissolved. Add the ground almonds, pinch of salt, rosewater and vanilla extract and mix for 10 to 20 seconds until completely combined. Add the baking powder and the flour and mix again for 10 to 15 seconds.

1 tsp. baking powder 175ml. olive oil 50g butter at room temperature 100g caster sugar 120ml. freshly squeezed orange juice 2 tbsp. brandy 1 tbsp. grated orange zest

Place the mixture in a large bowl and add the cold roasted almonds. Blend lightly with fingertips. For the kourabiedes to remain fluffy it is important that the butter does not warm up and melt. Line two baking trays with parchment. To form the kourabiedes take a tbsp. of dough and roll it into a ball place on the baking sheet and push a dimple into the middle with your finger. Place the trays on the second and fourth runners of the oven and turn the temperature down to 180°C

120g walnuts finely chopped

Bake for 1 to 20 minutes, until they are faintly golden.

1 tsp. ground cinnamon ¼ tsp. ground cloves

200g caster sugar

Leave to cool before trying to lift them. Spray with rosewater and sprinkle generously with icing sugar.

Turn oven to 180°C

Christopsomo

For the syrup: 250ml. honey

Sift together the flour, bicarbonate of soda and baking powder into a bowl and make a well in the centre. Put the oil, butter, sugar, orange juice, brandy and orange zest into a food processer and whizz at high speed. Pour the mixture into the flour well and stir to gradually incorporate the dry ingredients. Mix gently to combine, without kneading, to form a soft dough. Roll the dough out, on a lightly floured work surface, to 1cm. thick and cut into rounds. Place on ungreased non-stick baking trays and crosshatch the top with the prongs of a fork.

This bread is eaten all over Greece and Cyprus on Christmas Eve when the fasting breaks. It is a sacred tradition and only the best ingredients are used to make it. The care with which it is made is said to ensure the well being of the family for the coming year. The top of the bread may be decorated with scenes of the family’s livelihood or with an ‘X’. In the Greek language the letter ‘xi’ is the first letter for the name Christ and was used as an early abbreviation. Hence we get ‘Xmas’. 2kg plain flour 1 tsp. salt

Bake for about 30 mins. Or until golden brown.

2 tbsp. dry yeast (18g)

Meanwhile make the syrup by putting the honey and sugar in a large pan and adding 250 ml. of water. Bring to the boil stirring until the sugar has dissolved. Simmer for 5 mins skimming off the froth.

225ml. warm water about 40°C

As soon as the biscuits come out of the oven pour over the syrup. When all the syrup has been absorbed turn them over and let them cool completely.

112ml. orange juice

Combine the walnuts cinnamon and cloves in a bowl and sprinkle the mixture over the cookies.

2 tsp. grated orange zest

225ml. warm red dry wine 112ml. olive oil 55ml. brandy 300g sugar

Kourabiedes

175g raisins

You could substitute pistachio nuts or walnuts for the almonds.

115g walnuts, coarsely chopped

250g butter, from fridge

135g almonds, coarsely chopped

75g icing sugar

1tbsp. mastic pounded to a powder

50g ground almonds

1 tsp. ground cinnamon

1 tbsp. rose water

1 tsp. ground cloves

½ tsp. vanilla extract

¼ tsp. ground nutmeg

1 tbsp. baking powder

1 tsp. crushed coriander seeds

cloves, coriander, cardamom and nutmeg until blended. Add the spice mix to the dough and mix well. Knead the dough until it is firm and does not stick – about 10 minutes. Cover and allow to rise or 30 minutes. Turn oven to 180°C Line a baking sheet with parchment and lightly brush with oil. Shape the bread into 2 circular loaves, about 24 m. in diameter, keeping back some dough for decoration. Pat the dough back into shape to rise and then decorate the top with the remaining dough. Cover and place in a warm place again to rise again until doubled in size. ½ tsp. crushed cardamom seeds For the topping: milk sesame seeds Mix the yeast with half the warm water and a quarter of the flour stir until dissolved. Cover with cling film and a small blanket and leave to rest all night. Next day take a large mixing bowl and sift the salt with 2/3rds of the remaining flour. Make a well in the centre of the flour and pour in the yeast mixture, remaining water and the red wine. Mix until a soft dough forms and then cover with cling film and a damp towel and set aside to rise for 1½ to 2 hours. It should have doubled in bulk. Punch the dough down and knead for several minutes until any air pockets are gone. Sift in the remaining flour, add the oil, orange juice, brandy and grated orange peel.

Brush the bread with milk and scatter with sesame seeds. Bake for about 1 ¼ hours or until the bottom ‘taps hollow’. Cool on a rack.

Loukoumades

Between Christmas and Epiphany the kalikantzaroi come to wreak havoc in homes. According to Cypriot tradition these little black sprites come out from the centre of the earth and enter the home, if possible via the chimney, and do things such as turning the milk sour or damping down the fire. In order to protect themselves housewives wrap basil around a cross and sprinkle holy water around the house. They also make honey balls or loukoumades and throw them on the roof to keep the sprites out of the house. 300g plain flour 1 tsp salt finely grated rind of an orange 1 pkt. dried yeast

In a small bowl mix the sugar, raisins, walnuts, almonds, mastic, cinnamon,

300ml. warm water

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125ml. Cyprus honey 1 tsp. lemon juice oil for deep frying

225g butter

ground cinnamon

200g sugar 3 XL eggs, beaten

Put the flour, salt, and orange rind in the bowl of an electric mixer, fitted with a dough hook and sprinkle in the yeast. Gradually add the water and whisk for 10 minutes to form a thick batter. Alternatively make the batter in a large mixing bowl using a whisk. Cover the bowl with a clean tea towel and leave in a warm place for 2 hours, until risen with plenty of bubbles.

2 large oranges – grated rind only 2 large lemons – grated rind only ½ tsp. makhlepi (powdered cherry pits) 2 tsp. powdered mastica 560g flour

Meanwhile make the honey syrup. Put the honey, lemon juice and 1 tbsp. water in a pan and simmer until combined. Set aside.

2 tsp. baking powder

When the batter has risen, heat the oil in a deep-fat fryer to 180°C or until a cube of bread dropped into the fat turns brown in one minute. Using 2 teaspoons (one to scoop and one to push), dip the spoons into cold water to prevent the batter sticking and drop small amounts of batter into the hot oil. Cook about 5 at a time for 2 to 3 minutes, turning with a slotted spoon, until they puff up and are golden brown. Remove from the fryer and drain on kitchen paper.

110ml. milk

½ tsp. salt 1 egg yolk blended with 1 tbsp. milk sesame seeds blanched almonds a clean coin wrapped in silver or gold foil.

Serve the warm doughnuts with the honey syrup spooned over and sprinkled with cinnamon.

Preheat the oven to 180°C. thickly butter a 30cm. round, spring form tin.

Vasilopita

In a mixing bowl cream together the butter and sugar until they are light and fluffy.

The tradition of cutting a special pita (can mean loaf, cake or pie) on New Year’s Day is observed across Greece and Cyprus in honour of St Basil. Vasilopita meaning St. Basil’s bread. The story goes back to about 360AD. One year in a place called Caesarea there was a terrible famine. Despite the problems this was causing the emperor levied an excessive tax on the people and to avoid the debtor’s prison people were having to relinquish their last few coins and pieces of jewellery, including precious family heirlooms. Learning of this Basil, the Archbishop, took up his staff and Bible and fearlessly called upon the emperor to relent. Surprisingly the emperor did relent and he instructed his tax collectors to hand over all of the chests containing the coins and jewellery to the Archbishop Basil. He was now faced with the seemingly impossible task of returning these goods to their original owners. He prayed to the Lord for help and then baked all the coins and jewellery into a huge cake. He called all the people to prayer and afterwards fed them pieces of cake. Miraculously everyone got back their own possessions in their piece of cake. In some places the Vasilopita is prepared as a rich loaf of bread but in most places, including Cyprus it is a spicy cake without icing. Whether bread or

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Beat in the eggs a little at a time, beating well after each addition Beat in the orange and lemon rinds and the makhlepi and the mastica. In a separate bowl sift together ¾ of the flour the baking powder and the salt. Gradually beat in some of the flour mixture and then some of the milk until it is all used up. Finally beat in the remaining flour beating well to give a smooth batter. Spread the batter into the baking tin and press the coin into the dough until it is completely covered. Smooth over the top. Brush the top evenly with egg and milk mixture and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Gently press the blanched almonds into the top to make a cross and to spell out the date of the new year. Bake for 45 minutes, until golden brown (if it browns too quickly, cover the top with aluminium foil). Allow to cool in the tin for 15 minutes before removing and cooling on a wire rack. Allow to cool thoroughly before slicing.

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Sporting Paphos Peyia Bowling Club

Although we are a small Club, our Members have big hearts and willingly support the Club in a variety of ways. During a friendly game of bowls, it is interesting to learn about the many and varied activities and hobbies that our Members pursue. They say ‘it is never too late to learn something new’, so we enjoy trying out a variety of games to test our skills, and on occasions, combine these with a social meal afterwards in the hotel. We have a lively social calendar, with a range of monthly events on offer to our Bowlers and Social Members’, too. We have just completed four Club Competitions (2 Bowl) and our congratulations go to;Mick Haylor as Mixed Singles Champion; Babs and Terry Austin as Mixed Pairs Champions; Tommy Harris and Billy McGrath as Champions of the Men’s Pairs; Norma Redfearn and Mo Haylor as Ladies’ Pairs Champions. It’s true that the physical and brain exercise involved in bowling keeps us younger, fitter and healthier. We believe that laughter is a great tonic too, and we always have big smiles for welcoming all visitors or potential new Members to our Club. For more details about our Club please contact the Club Membership Secretary Mike Holtom on 97602265. We would like to wish everyone in Paphos, a very happy and healthy Christmas and New Year.

Cyprus Trots To The Top Cyprus has won the FEI World Dressage Challenge 2015 – with the country’s top qualifying equestrians all chosen from the same riding stables in Paphos under the training of Caroline Scambler. The prestigious competition was established to give riders from remote countries the opportunity to compete internationally without the huge expense of travelling abroad. This year the three riders selected to represent the national team all came from George’s Ranch. To win the coveted top spot in their geographical zone, Cyprus had to see off stiff competition from Malta, Israel, Turkey, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan, which they did with a combined top score of 211 – a full 12 points ahead of runners-up Malta. The riders, who each won their individual classes, were Daria Aleksandrovna on Enormous Pleasure (Medium) 70.47%, Caroline Scambler on Butterfly S 70.94% (Elementary) and Imogen Evans on Lilly Milan (Preliminary Juniors) 69.91% At Georges Ranch we offer hours ride along the beautiful coast line of the sea caves, riding lessons or for the young a pony ride on one of our special ponies. For further information, contact: michelle on 99647790

Christmas and Stress

by Dr Vasilios Silivistris, DipComp DipSup MBACP BA MA FRSH PhD

Christmas can be one of the most stressful times of the year; it is a time where many people start to stress out, worrying about many things such as buying gifts. In addition, it is a time where many people worry about having a limited budget, concern about how to keep the family happy and prevent family members from arguing.

back to worries about money, relationships, or world events? Perhaps it seems that the more you try to relax, the more tense you become. Well, you are not alone; this is the common “cycle of stress.” To interrupt this cycle, take back some control; start with something small and realistic such as

What is Stress? Do you sometimes question what life is all about?

Furthermore, here are some simple tips to stay stress-free during the festive season.

Suffer from ‘panic attacks?’ Feel continuously anxious? Stress, simply put, is the adverse reaction to an excess of pressure. It is a very personal thing as the amount that we can reasonably cope with varies from person to person. It is prolonged exposure to this state of pressure, which can result in physical, emotional, mental and/or behavioural symptoms.

Excise regularly, Minimise caffeine intake Prioritise demands in your life Being resourceful, doing things you enjoy, like going to the cinema, being with your family, or going to the beach.

1. Plan and organise your days by making a list of what important things you need to do before Christmas day. 2. For Christmas lunch, decide what you are cooking and if you planning to cook turkey, make sure you purchase one sooner rather than later. 3. Always recognise when you have achieved something and feel good about doing it. 4. Delegate some of the tasks. Christmas is about sharing and having fun.

In addition, stress can manifest itself from a mild irritation and general unease through to the inability to cope or function in the usual way. Pressure becomes stress when the demands far exceed our ability to respond effectively.

5. Take frequent breaks and pace yourself.

What Causes Stress? Does this sound familiar?

7. While you are busy in the kitchen, keep young children occupied by showing DVD’s or videos, children love watching television.

You find it hard to concentrate or suffer from poor memory. Lack of confidence and self-esteem, which affects your ability to make decisions Headaches or an upset stomach. Irregular eating and sleeping patterns. Back/shoulder and neck pain. Break the “Cycle of Stress” Have you ever tried to relax, only to find that your mind quickly wanders

Light Up a Life To celebrate the life of a loved one please dedicate a candle on our special tree. This beautiful event of light will take place at Agia Kyriaki. (Church by St Pauls Pillar ) at 6pm

Each dedication is 8 euro and all proceeds go to Archangel Michael Hospice. Please join us after for mulled wine and mince pies at the hospice shop. For further information please contact Mary Penny Ingram 96 398641.

Tree of Love. Remembrance of loved ones can be marked during December by leaving a personal message or wish on the The Friends’ Hospice’s Tree of Love which will be in the Kings Mall in Paphos from the 13th until Christmas Eve. Volunteers will be on hand to accept any donations to support the Hospice’s work for people of the region who need palliative care. A similar Tree of Love will be in place at the charity’s shop in Kato Paphos during the month. Since its foundation in 2006, the Hospice has cared for more than a thousand patients suffering illnesses for which a medical cure is no longer possible. (photo: Eoin Connolly)

8. Do not drink too much! It will spoil Christmas for you and everyone else. Finally, if Christmas is an emotional time for you, if you have lost relatives or friends, or have family aboard, try to think about the happy times together. They may not be with you physically, but the memories are always there, so use them well. After all, they would not want you to be unhappy. I would like to take this opportunity to wish you all a Merry Christmas, Happy New Year, Peace, Happiness and Prosperity for 2016.

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6. Try some breathing exercise, these help if you are feeling panicky and anxious.

Dr Vasilios Silivistris is a UK trained Psychotherapist and Counselling practitioner. Tel: 99 109177. Email: v.silivistris@btinternet.com

MAGGIE’S BEAUTY SPOT:

Party Looks With Pizzazz

From a touch of flirty feathers and lace, to sexy shimmering sparkle, this season’s occasion wear is all-out glam! Tux Luxe: Prefer to wear trousers? It’s easy to update your favourite black suit. Slip on a light-catching sequin top underneath and drape an on-trend feather cape over your shoulders. Decorative and edgy, it’ll give your look a fashion lift. Turn up the Volume: So flattering and outrageously gorgeous, a dramatic, oversized full skirt with a tucked-in top will shrink your waist and make the most of troublesome hips and thighs. You don’t have to go skimpy to look seriously stunning. Shine like a Star: Want a special evening outfit with the ultimate wow factor? Few things beat the impact of a floor-skimming sequin dress. In a red carpet-worthy frock you’re guaranteed to turn heads for all the right reasons. A Sprinkle of Glitter: Nothing stops the show like a high-wattage beaded cocktail dress – it’ll make you sparkle all night long. Simple in shape but maximum in impact, a frock this striking needs little accessorising. Slip on some barely there black sheer tights and you’re good to go! Roll up, Roll up: If you’re looking for a trendier take on this seasons’ party wear, look no further than a sequin roll-neck. It screams you’re in the know and, teamed with a tassel skirt, you’ve mastered two trends in one outfit. Jump to it: A black lace jumpsuit is a modern alternative to a ‘Little Black Dress’. Modest enough for the office and glam enough for after-work drinks, a one-piece wonder is a day-to-night winner. Love dressing in all-black? Mixing textures will ensure you’re cool this Yule! Your Feathered Friend: Romantic, decadent and dreamy, feathers are this season’s favourite adornment – a softer, gentler approach to embellishment that’s so feminine. Keep the rest of your outfit slim-fitting to strike a well-balanced party look. For best results wear with messy dressy hair and wow factor earrings. Find a Winning Combo: When you’re overflowing with invites and need more than one look, investing in separates is the partyperfect solution. Try a matching top and skirt combo – it has the same amount of wow as a dress, but you’ll get more fashion mileage as you can team each with casuals once the party’s over. Back to Black: Never underestimate the power of a beautiful black dress. It cleverly camouflages flaws and showcases assets. Want to create an element of surprise? Try a seductive detailed back – sexy backs are the new cleavage. Go Red Hot: A beautiful dress with sleeves is the holy grail. Sexy sleeves, high neckline, longer length. If you don’t want everything on show, this type of dress is for you. For more information contact Maggie Wright on 99318477 maggiecmb@yahoo.co.uk www.cmbcyprus.com Treat yourself to a colour consultation - 10% off for Grapevine readers. Vouchers available for Christmas.

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A Melody of Choirs and Singing Groups Come Together in Paphos Although Cyprus is a small island, it is amazing to see what it has to offer in the entertainment world. What do you imagine when you think of a choir or singing group? Everyone’s idea will be different. Well, have we got a treat for you on 27th February 2016, not one, not two, but six choirs and singing groups all under one roof, each bringing their own unique style of music, so there is something for everyone’s taste. Singing for charity under the colloquial name of Voices of Cyprus, there will be performances by: Harmony supporting Cyprus Kidney Association (Paphos) Island Blend supporting CPSG Limassol Orpheans supporting The Friends Hospice Paphos Voices supporting Alzheimer’s Association Paphos Zingers supporting Cancer Patients Support Group/PASYCAF Paphos Phoenix supporting Theotokos Foundation So where can such an event take place? It needs a large venue for such a performance and it comes as no surprise that the it will be taking place at the Base Events Venue, which is located on the Airport road. The bar opens at 6pm and the entertainment begins at 7 pm. With tickets modestly priced at €10.00 this has to be the best value for money for an evening of song covering so many different genres. Since the birth of the Military Wives choir, made famous by the legend that is Gareth Malone, choirs and singing groups are the newest and coolest thing either to be in or to follow.

All the members of Voices of Cyprus give their time freely and unite in their love of singing, bringing you an event that has never before taken place in Paphos. It is not a competition as each group brings their own individuality, it is a showcase allowing everyone to see that everyone can enjoy all genres of music and songs. The most eclectic night you could ever imagine. The price of you ticket will not only go toward supporting the listed charities, but it will include a luxury raffle too. If there are any companies or individuals out there who can donate a prize, it will be gratefully received. The late great Singer/ Songwriter John Denver quoted,

“”Music does bring people together. It allows us to experience the same emotions. People everywhere are the same in heart and spirit. No matter what language we speak, what colour we are, the form of our politics or the expression of our love and our faith, music proves: We are the same.” So let’s all “get together” and have the best music night ever.

So, now you have the date in the dairy, How do you get tickets? The ticket hotline is 97-666-907

Jesus is for Life not just for Christmas by Valerie Morgan

Have you ever wondered what Jesus would make of the Christmas celebrations in recent years? Rather different from His humble beginnings in a stable in Bethlehem. When I go back to the UK at this time of year it’s as though everyone is laying in for a siege! Huge trolley loads of food being wheeled out of the supermarkets, and the shops are only closed for a day. Hugh FearnleyWhittingstall is currently running a campaign in the UK on food waste, both in our homes and in the supermarkets, and I wonder just how much of what is bought is actually eaten or just ends up in the bin. It’s not what Christmas is about. We spend hundreds of euros on gifts for people, especially our children and grandchildren, but the greatest gift of all was God’s gift to us, His Son. Jesus is what Christmas is all about, we celebrate His birthday. We’ve all seen the stickers in car windows ‘A dog is for life, not just for Christmas’ and that’s true, but substitute the name of Jesus and we get the real truth. God sent His Son to Earth on that first Christmas to bring us life, eternal life! Without Jesus in our lives, we have nothing; with Him, we have everything. I’d like to borrow this story from an American preacher. Many years ago, there was a very wealthy man who shared a passion for art collecting with his son. They had priceless works of art by Picasso and Van Gogh adorning the walls of their home. As winter approached, war engulfed the nation, and the young man left to serve his country. After only a few short weeks, his father received a telegram, his son had died. Distraught and lonely, the old man faced the coming Christmas holiday with anguish and sadness. The joy of the season had vanished with the death of his son. On Christmas morning, a knock on the door awakened the depressed old man. As he walked to the door, the masterpieces of art on the walls only reminded him that his son was not coming home. As he opened the door, he was greeted by a soldier with a large package in his hands who said, ‘I was a friend of your son. I was the one he was rescuing when he died. May I come in for a few moments? I have something to show you.’ The soldier mentioned that he was an artist and then gave the old man the package. The paper gave way to reveal a portrait of the man’s son. Though the world would never consider it the work of a genius, the painting featured the young man’s face in striking detail. Overcome with emotion, the man hung the portrait over the fireplace, pushing aside millions of dollars’ worth of art. His task completed, the old man sat in his chair and spent Christmas gazing at the gift he had been given. The painting soon became his most prized possession. The following spring, the old man died. The art world waited with anticipation for the upcoming auction. According to the will of the old man, all the art works would be auctioned on Christmas Day, the day he had received the greatest gift. The day soon arrived and art collectors from around the world gathered to bid on some of the world’s most spectacular paintings. The auction began with a painting that was not on anyone’s auction list. It was the painting of the man’s son. The auctioneer asked for an opening bid, but the room was silent. ‘Who will open the bidding with $100?’ No-one spoke. Finally someone said, ‘Who cares about that painting. It’s just a picture of his son. Let’s move on to the good stuff.’ The auctioneer responded, ‘No, we have to sell this one first. Now who will take the son?’ Finally, an old man offered $10. ‘That’s all I have. I knew the boy, so I’d like to have it.’ The auctioneer said ‘Going once, going twice, gone’. The gavel fell. Cheers filled the room and someone exclaimed, ‘Now we can get on to the good stuff.’ The auctioneer looked at the room filled with people and announced that the auction was over. Everyone was stunned. Someone said ‘What do you mean, it’s over?’ The auctioneer replied, ‘It’s very simple. According to the will of the father, whoever takes the son gets it all.’ Puts things in perspective, doesn’t it? The message is the same this Christmas. Because of the Father’s love…. whoever takes the Son gets it all. Will you take Him this Christmas? © Grapevine • December 2015

The Gospel to Poverty by: Michalis D. Papas

To be poor is to be rich in words and to be poor in words is to be stingy money wise! I have been used to live into a rich family, the family of an influential and important man and I carry the tradition of an intellectual family. This is why I write for this magazine! [please take it as a compliment to you reader]. Now I want to realize and communicate all my feelings of poverty, that of a filthy gipsy. I want to, so much, to tell the world that: the poor are the rich and the rich are the poor! [Please do not sue me for libeling against you, the rich in heart.] If you understand what I want to say, I want to make a hymn to poverty. I am writing these words not to blame anybody but to tell the world that our magazine made me so well known and it is as if I am the richest person in the world. I love the way our Ammy offers me a word of thanks, as if I am the best author in the world. This is what takes to be poor but rich in words of gratitude. When you are poor nobody wants you. But some people want you for what exactly you are and not how you dress or you smell like. Being a contributor to GRAPEVINE I realize how people honour you, and I consider it as an honour, when you stink but they accept you as you are and how you behave because they know what your heart contains. I am not going to cry over spilt milk, but to tell you that: you my readers make me so rich, that I want to say to the world: viva GRAPEVINE-people and never fail to read my page! To be humane is to be rich, and God bless you, however poor you are. You have given me so great an honor reading my articles that you made me so rich in feelings. You give me the strength of our Queen’s Army to tell the world: has anybody taken any moneys with him/ her? Our wealth is our magazine that every month is circulated free of charge. However poor we may be we are rich in feelings and this is what makes the poor to be rich. This is a Gospel according to Michael and my muses are you. This is what makes me so stinking rich that I stink from poverty and I am still alive, because of you. It is you that give me the strength to continue living, just to write for you and your relatives! If it was not for this magazine I would be dead by now. I am here though to stay, and this is for sure, just to give you some flowers from my heart. This is what makes me so rich, even if poor money wise, because I have you! This is my gospel. The gospel to poverty from a rich man in feelings of love towards everybody that I communicate with! I am never so happy as at the first Friday of the month, that I collect some copies of our magazine to give them to friends, free of charge. To have a magazine like this one in your hands is like giving the world a word of thanks that you are alive. Let the candle of hope be there saying by it’s trembling light that: we shall never step one step back and however poor we are we shall be rich in feelings and information to last you for a month, until our vineyard blooms again with a new issue. This is why we thank God. Because we have you to honor us when you read us and we/ you shall be rich by reading our magazine. This is the flame of the candle giving you the light and the light is for everybody through us FREE for you to enjoy, being, however poor, rich with the our presence in your home. I love you and I love writing for your good selves and this is why even if you are poor you are the richest of the people of the people of the world. Because you read us and we write for you. God bless you! The Gospel to poverty is over, amen, and always be rich by reading this page for FREE! If I can talk for everybody I shall say: we are here because of the richness of your readership. 28

Out and About The Stass Paraskos Cyprus College of Art 6 Stass Paraskos Street, Lempa, 8260 Pafos, Cyprus

The 2015 Cyprus College of Art: Christmas Exhibition: JollyMerry. Opening: Sunday 20/12/15 from 12:00 - 16:00 All welcome to join us for Christmas drinks and food by Chef Max Vasiliadis and a selection of handmade gifts and cards Afterwards the exhibition is open 21/12/15 - 10/01/16, 10:00 - 13:00 One of the oldest annual art shows in Cyprus, the Christmas show is a celebration of art, Christmas and the love of life! This years the Christmas show takes its title from the poem The Computers First Christmas Card by the Scottish poet Edwin Morgan a pioneer of concrete poetry. Morgan once claimed you can write a poem which is strange and is based on the careful placing of letters and words on the page, but which is still a poem full of ideas and history and human feeling. Our exhibiting artists come from a variety of creative backgrounds, from Cyprus and across Europe, and will be showing their work in a group exhibition which challenges artistic methods, ideas of aesthetic beauty and craftsmanship, notions of a good societyand explores the built environment in which we all live. We would like to wish everyone in Cyprus and beyond a JollyMerry Christmas and a very Happy New Year!

Santa Visits Leptos Kamares Club

The annual Kamares Christmas Fair took place these days at the Leptos Kamares Club, near Tala, Paphos. There were 50 stall holders displaying their home made and imported products including candles, books, jewellery, cakes, sweets, ceramics, art works and toys.

Organisers “In Any Event” and “Leptos Kamares Club” arranged a surprise visit from Santa Claus for the children of Paphos donating gifts for those who met him. Entertainment was provided by the “Les Holmes”, “Platinum Gym Thompson School of Dance” and “SM & KC Entertainment”. As with all their events a charity raffle took place and raised 1000 Euros for local charities including the “Cancer Patients Support Group” and the “Royal British Legion”. The international Award winner development Leptos Kamares Village, is one of the most prestigious developments ever built in Cyprus and a Great place to live. The area is well known for its traditional houses with stone arches, the breathtaking sea views, the healthy climate and the natural environment.

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Saturday 14th November saw Eléa host their 5th annual Masters, the course flagship event as well as a National Order of Merit Tournament. With a field of 96 (the largest to date, with 20 in reserve), players from both Cyprus and Europe competed in this 1 day Stableford event. Massive thanks goes to the main sponsor Achilleas Jewellery (based in Kouklia) who sponsored the Eléa Masters Champion prizes presenting the Men’s & Ladies winners with Tom Carter watches. Thank you also to Helena at Austrian Airlines who provided the Nett Winner Trophies. Eléa also gave players the opportunity to win a 1 Year Membership at Eléa GC for a Hole-In-One on the 7th – only 3 came close (all ladies) but, unfortunately no hole-in-one (perhaps next year). After 18 holes of good weather, little wind and a hearty roast beef on the clubhouse terrace, the results came in and our Eléa Masters Champions were announced, congratulations go to Andrew Halifax (Eléa GC) and, Jenny Evans (Eléa GC)! Well done to all the other Winners, Runners Up and all the participants.

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Eléa Masters 2015

Ladies Gross

Men’s Gross

2nd Paula Anderton 21 pts

2nd Luke Pepper 31 pts

3rd Mari-Anne Olsson 19 pts

3rd Michael Dean 28 pts

1st Alison Townley 39 pts

1st Demetrios Paphitis 37 pts

1st Jenny Evans 26 pts

Ladies net

1st Andrew Halifax 36 pts

Men’s Net

2nd Calliope Georgiou 37 pts

2nd Martin Pollard 37 pts

3rd Maro Kazepi 36 pts

3rd Gary Clive 36 pts

A special mention goes to Roger Wortley who was our Tournament Referee and, Martin Pollard for organising the draw and scoring. And lastly, a massive thank you goes to all of the staff at Eléa, without such a great team days like these wouldn’t be possible.

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