Arts extravaganza

The annual Kypria Festival opens its doors next week and promises a variety of performances to last over the coming weeks

The Crazy Cypriot king of poker

Having an analytical mind proved a great advantage for student Argyris Argyrou who played poker to supplement his income. He is now one of the most well-known poker stars in the world

Dear sir,

I have a collection of LP albums I was hoping to convert to CDs but can’t seem to find anyone who can help me. Is there such a service available anywhere in Cyprus?
Andreas, Paphos

Edinburgh’s other fringe

SEMMIFREDDO WITH BERRIES

625ml fresh cream
4 tbsp light brown sugar
2 tbsp cocoa powder, sifted
5 ready made meringues, crushed
½ kg berries, defrosted
Icing sugar to dust

* Line a 23cm round spring form tin with cling film.

As the summer drags on, brighten up the days with tasty frozen treats

Maple-Peach Frozen Yogurt Lollies
Makes 6-8

400g fresh peaches
500ml natural yogurt
150ml maple syrup

l Sit the peaches in a bowl of boiling water for 30 seconds then drain. Cool under cold water and peel using your fingers. Stone, chop and set aside.

Largely overlooked, the world’s most populous country is actually a decent producer of wine

LEARNING to drive is all very well when you’re 18 and more confident than Michael Schumacher in a go cart; in your thirties, it’s a different game. And with my 31st birthday fast approaching, I’d decided it was now or never.