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  Photo taken from Athinorama Umami Taramosalata There are also the Greek classics, think something like a dip but instead of using nachos or vegetables to eat them we use bread. Taramosalata is one of those dishes.   It is roe fish blended into a creamy pink dip of pureed potatoes with parsley, lemon juice, and finely chopped onion (optional).   In meze, this is one of the first dishes that it is served.   In taverns, they always bring it along with salad, tzatziki, and tahini.   We will talk about the last two later.   Well, let’s see our recipe…   Ingredients 2 kg tarama (fish roe). 1 large potato or two small ones 450gr of Greek bread 1 tsp of shredded and dried onion 1 cup olive oil The juice of one lemon (medium size) Tarama is the hardest ingredient to find, so it is a good idea to look at groceries that import Mediterranean food. It is usually sold in larger jars, but you can store the remainder in the freezer for mon...
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A BLACK DAY FOR MY COUNTRY...

What an irony!! On Friday I posted an army cake and today we had an army tragedy here in Cyprus.

At 5:45 today, a big explosion in a naval base, in Zygi, killed 13 people and injured 61 other. Some of them are very badly injured and we are all praying that they will manage to survive.

Today is a black day for my country. We are all in shock. Besides the human losses we are facing a huge problem with the electricity supply and water supply due to the damages that this explosion created to the electricity factories we have in Cyprus. The damages are huge...

I am trying to keep calm for the sake of my kids, but as a mother I am grieving with all those mothers who lost their children in this explosion.

My all rest in piece…
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  1. TiffanyJuly 11, 2011 at 6:41 PM

    This is really sad. I am praying too. I hope your day gets better.

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  2. AnonymousJuly 11, 2011 at 8:25 PM

    I have a house in Kalavasos and I love the people here, my heart goes out to you and I hope that the situation improves quickly for everyone

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  3. AnonymousJuly 11, 2011 at 8:40 PM

    I'm so sorry to hear it. You are in my thoughts and prayers...

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  4. Tina @flourtraderJuly 11, 2011 at 8:51 PM

    Efty-you and your family are in my prayers, may you get past this situation shortly.

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  5. Dreams of cakesJuly 11, 2011 at 9:52 PM

    Thank you so much for your nice words. Please pray for all those families who lost their loved ones and the ones who are struggling to stay alive...

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  6. WinnieJuly 11, 2011 at 10:01 PM

    Dear Eftychia - I'm so sorry to hear that
    I'm sending you a big hug. I know it's not easy, but try to be strong.
    Unfortunately I know what it means to lose family-members in the army

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  7. AnonymousJuly 11, 2011 at 10:05 PM

    Oh...what a tragedy...I'm so sorry for this. Hope everything go back to tranquility soon. We will pray for all of you.

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  8. CarolineJuly 11, 2011 at 11:25 PM

    Very sad and shocking, thinking of you all in your time of loss.

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  9. Christine's PantryJuly 11, 2011 at 11:34 PM

    I'm so sorry to hear it. You're in my thoughts and prayers. Heartbreaking!

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  10. tanjaJuly 11, 2011 at 11:45 PM

    Dear Eftychia, I am so sorry to hear that... You and all those families who have lost their loved ones are in my thoughts and prayers...

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  11. CityStyleMagJuly 11, 2011 at 11:52 PM

    We are really sorry to hear about this. We are thinking of Cyprus and its people. Sending our best to all.

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  12. GiuliaJuly 12, 2011 at 12:39 AM

    Preghiamo per tutti loro e le famiglie - we pray for all of them and their families.
    Giulia e Horas

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  13. UnknownJuly 12, 2011 at 1:38 AM

    Oh I am so so sorry. LOVEand prayers to you and your country.

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  14. StephanieJuly 12, 2011 at 6:09 AM

    So sorry to hear that! Will keep the families in my prayers.

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  15. ShabsJuly 12, 2011 at 7:19 AM

    I am so sorry to hear that , all my thoughts and prayers are with you .

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  16. droopinaJuly 12, 2011 at 8:04 AM

    I heard it on the news. It was so hard to hear that also 5 Romanians were injured. Our prayers will go form them, so that they would remain alive and get better!

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  17. CakewhizJuly 12, 2011 at 9:16 AM

    I am really sorry to hear about this hun! Your family is in my prayers and i will cross my fingers for you and your country to overcome this situation soon.

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  18. Jill ColonnaJuly 12, 2011 at 11:42 AM

    This is so awful. Praying with you all.

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  19. chefblogdigestJuly 12, 2011 at 1:12 PM

    Sorry to hear about this, this kind of news are really awful. Stay strong and you will be in my prayers.

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  20. GenJuly 12, 2011 at 2:21 PM

    How awful!I'll be praying for you and your family!

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  21. CharlieJuly 12, 2011 at 5:51 PM

    OH Sweetheart! I am so very sorry!

    I will be praying for all those that have lost, for those with injured.
    I will also be praying for electricity and water to be repaired quickly.
    Praying for you as you grieve for those involved.
    Praying for George as he goes into the army.

    Charlie

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  22. adorasboxJuly 12, 2011 at 8:08 PM

    I am so sorry to hear this tragic news. I hope that the power and water be restored quickly. My thoughts and prayers are with those affected. Stay safe.

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  23. MarceJuly 12, 2011 at 8:52 PM

    how awful news, I'm so sorry for all families! I'll be praying for them.

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  24. Kim BeeJuly 13, 2011 at 12:02 AM

    So sorry to hear about this. You and your family are in my thoughts.

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  25. Mrs MulfordJuly 13, 2011 at 12:36 AM

    So sorry to hear this, thinking of your families

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  26. SJuly 13, 2011 at 2:39 AM

    oh my gosh, I am so sorry to hear about this! Thinking of you and your country.

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  27. JuanitaJuly 13, 2011 at 3:22 PM

    Terribly sad indeed.

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  28. SusanJuly 13, 2011 at 8:03 PM

    This was horrible news to hear yesterday morning when I turned on the radio ... as a mother, I am just heartbroken for all those lost to their families. You and your country are in my prayers ...

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  29. Jennifer [To PIN/share a Post, Click the 3 dots or the Red SAVE Button]July 14, 2011 at 2:03 AM

    Wow, what a tragedy! My prayers.

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  30. UnknownJuly 14, 2011 at 2:52 AM

    My thoughts go out to you, and though blog comments may not bring this across, hope for the best

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  31. JujuJuly 14, 2011 at 5:01 AM

    I am truly sorry to hear such terrible news. You and your whole country will be in my prayers. Be strong...

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  32. ErinJuly 14, 2011 at 5:29 AM

    What horrible news!

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  33. AnonymousJuly 15, 2011 at 6:56 AM

    I'm sorry to hear this news!

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  34. AnonymousDecember 17, 2012 at 8:51 PM

    EftychiaHello all, I Know this happened some time ago, I would like to say I send my thoughts and warm regards to all that have experienced this life changing ordeal physically, spiritually, mentally or all the above. I know the devastation you must feel. I hope your Cyprus has since then recovered a Great Deal, most importantly I pray that those that have suffered a great deal of loss are coping better perhaps through means of supportive family/friends and even a good therapist would definitely be valuable.
    Efy, I'm a Mom as well. A Mom of three.. My heart breaks when I hear of such unjust to little innocent children, senior citizens or all human beings that are good hearted with no hate or malice in them.
    Friday December 14 as you may know by now, Adam Lanzer walked into a school and brutally massacred over ten children under the ages of seven as well teachers and a Principal. I pained for the children and the heros that died. It really had a huge impact as I had a heavy heart and cried in pain for what the children physically, mentally, the kids had to endure as well the teachers/principal. Not to mention just like in your Country Cyprus, Connecticut as well American and World WIde, many of us feel the loss. Its an acts of violence on humanity. This has got to stop. I hope you & your loved ones are all well.
    Merida Angelina~

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  35. Diana.M.(Psych 240)December 18, 2012 at 2:11 AM

    It is a tragic and unexplainable time when instances such as these happen on any ones soil, especially when deaths have occurred. My condolences are set out to the families affected at such a heart-rending time. I hope that external outlets were willing to step in and aid you in any subsequent way. It is exceptional that you are staying strong for the sake of your family and although the grieving process varies for everyone, the stages are the same and it is important that you and anyone around you have a strong support system to express those emotions freely. When any life is taken away unexpectedly whether it is someone we know or not it is essential for you not to isolate yourself from the situation. I can relate to the confusion and desperation to change these horrific circumstances, but it is best to speak to someone whether it is through personal counseling, close friends or external sources.

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