Cypriot meze: What it is, what to expect and how to order it

If there’s one food experience every visitor to Cyprus should try, it’s a Cypriot meze. But here’s the first thing to know: it’s almost certainly more food than you’re expecting.

A traditional Cyprus meze isn’t a single dish or even a starter. It’s a leisurely shared meal made up of numerous small plates served over several courses, often lasting two or three hours. Depending on the taverna, you could be served anywhere from 15 to more than 30 dishes....