‘Cyprus On A Plate by Coração Do Vale’ Starts at Roseate House, Delhi

Portugal’s premium extra virgin olive oil brand will highlight the philosophy of life through Cyprus cuisine.

Guests will enjoy an array of dishes especially curated by Chef Gagandeep and Chef Eleni Michael.

New Delhi, June , 2026: A week-long culinary celebration, ‘Cyprus On A Plate by Coração Do Vale’, in association with The Cyprus High Commission and Roseate House, commenced here on Thursday night, with food connoisseurs experiencing the authentic flavours of the Mediterranean island. The evening was elevated with a specially curated menu crafted by renowned chefs and enhanced with Coração Do Vale Extra Virgin Olive Oil.

Coração Do Vale, Portugal’s premium extra virgin olive oil brand, aims to bring the philosophy of combining food cultures to life through Cyprus cuisine at Roseate House, New Delhi, from June 11–17, 2026. The evening saw guests enjoying an array of dishes specially curated by Chef Gagandeep and Chef Eleni Michael, Cypriot chef, culinary consultant, and food anthropologist. Also present were H.E. Mr. Evagoras Vryonides, High Commissioner of the Republic of Cyprus, and Raksha Kotian, Business Head, Leads Brand Connect – Coração Do Vale.

From sun-drenched mezze culture to its time-honoured pastry arts, the tasting menu was thoughtfully designed to showcase the breadth and depth of Cyprus’s culinary traditions. Guests were taken on a journey through five distinct courses, accompanied by beautifully crafted narratives around the dishes by Chef Eleni Michael.

The menu opened with a wide range of cold and warm Cypriot mezze, including the vegan Tsakistes (crushed green olives with coriander, garlic and lemon), Tashi (tahini and garlic dip), Melitzanosalata (smoked aubergine dip), Village Salad, and Louvi Hummus made from black-eyed beans. The warm selection featured the iconic seared Halloumi, Sheftalia (traditional Cypriot pork sausage), and freshly made Cypriot Pita.

The salad course comprised Patzarosalata, a vibrant beetroot and potato salad with coriander chutney, while the pasta course featured Ravioles, a handmade Cypriot pasta filled with halloumi cheese and spearmint. The main course featured Tavas Lefkarítikos, a slow-braised lamb with rice, potatoes, tomatoes, cinnamon and cumin, and Gemista, roasted vegetables stuffed with rice, herbs and mint, topped with feta and served with herby potatoes. The entire curated menu showcased the flavours of Coração Do Vale.

Desserts featured Anarokrema, a whipped ricotta cream with cinnamon, crisp filo pastry, honey and walnuts, followed by Petit Fours that included Soutzioukkos (walnuts in preserved grape must), Loukoumi (Cyprus Delight dusted with icing sugar), and Daktyla, crisp pastry fingers filled with almond and cinnamon, soaked in rosewater syrup. The dinner was paired with Cyprus Coffee and Fresh Mint Tea.

Commenting on the celebrations, Raksha Kotian, Business Head, Leads Brand Connect for Coração Do Vale, said, “We are extremely delighted to see Coração Do Vale enhancing the experience of Cyprus on a Plate. It was more than a dinner; it was a cultural bridge elevated by Coração Do Vale. Every dish reflected centuries of Cypriot culture. From the olive groves to the stone ovens of the villages, Cyprus on a Plate was an experience of Mediterranean culture in the heart of Delhi. Over the next seven days, we will see more dishes with Coração Do Vale and some of the best of Cypriot cuisine.”

‘Cyprus On A Plate by Coração Do Vale’ marks the first culinary celebration by Roseate House as a part of Coração Do Vale’s ‘World On A Plate’ series, which will celebrate the rich food cultures of different countries through curated gastronomic experiences. Featuring specially designed menus by acclaimed chefs, ‘World On A Plate by Coração Do Vale’ will spotlight the richness of international cuisines and the importance of quality ingredients. In this carefully crafted series, premium Coração Do Vale Extra Virgin Olive Oil will play a central role, with culinary narratives tailored around it.