On 20 October 2026, the Pafos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) held a constructive meeting with representatives of the Cyprus Chefs Association (CCA) and the Pafos Hoteliers Association, focusing on the preservation and promotion of culinary heritage and the development of wine and gastronomy tourism in the Pafos district.
The meeting took place within the framework of the European project ENOGASTRODEST, in which the Pafos Chamber of Commerce and Industry participates as a key partner. Discussions focused on strengthening cooperation between culinary professionals, local producers, wineries, restaurants, tourism businesses and other regional stakeholders to promote Pafos as an authentic eno-gastronomic destination.
During the meeting, participants exchanged views on initiatives and actions aimed at preserving traditional Cypriot recipes, promoting local products and indigenous wine varieties, and highlighting the rich gastronomic heritage of the region. Particular emphasis was placed on developing authentic visitor experiences that combine traditional cuisine, local culture, rural tourism and entrepreneurship.
The representatives highlighted the importance of collaboration between professional chefs and the tourism sector in safeguarding culinary traditions, encouraging the use of local ingredients and strengthening the connection between gastronomy and regional identity.
The meeting also included Fivos Filippides, representing the Pafos Hoteliers Association, highlighting the involvement of the local hospitality sector in efforts to connect authentic gastronomic experiences with sustainable tourism development in the region.
The participating organisations recognised the potential for joint promotional activities, educational initiatives and culinary events that could enhance the visibility of Pafos as a distinctive wine and gastronomy tourism destination.
The Pafos Chamber of Commerce and Industry reaffirmed its commitment to supporting initiatives that preserve local culinary heritage, strengthen regional businesses and contribute to sustainable tourism development.
Through the ENOGASTRODEST project, PCCI continues to promote cooperation with regional and European partners, encouraging knowledge exchange and innovative approaches that enhance Pafos' gastronomic identity and support its long-term tourism competitiveness.
Participants:
Αγαπητά Μέλη,
Σας ενημερώνουμε ότι η Εκλογική Γενική Συνέλευση του Επιμελητηρίου Πάφου θα λάβει χώρα την Τρίτη 27 Οκτωβρίου 2026 μεταξύ των ωρών 8:30 π.μ και 11:30 π.μ. στα Γραφεία του ΕΒΕ Πάφου και δικαίωμα ψήφου θα έχουν τα μέλη του Επιμελητηρίου Πάφου που μέχρι τις 26 Οκτωβρίου 2026 θα έχουν ήδη εξοφλήσει κάθε χρηματικό ποσό το οποίο είναι άμεσα απαιτητό (συμπεριλαμβανομένου όλων των Συνδρομών και το 2026 καθώς και άλλων οικονομικών υποχρεώσεων) από το μέλος αυτό από την πλευρά του Επιμελητηρίου Πάφου και νοουμένου ότι κατά την ημερομηνία διεξαγωγής της ψηφοφορίας έχει ήδη συμπληρώσει τουλάχιστον έξι (6) μήνες ως μέλος του Επιμελητηρίου. (Άρθρο 22 του καταστατικού ΕΒΕ Πάφου).
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On 30 April 2026, the Pafos Chamber of Commerce and Industry held a constructive meeting with representatives of the Municipality of Akamas (Pegeia Municipality) and the Director of Kamanterena Winery, part of SODAP (the Cooperative Organization for the Distribution of Viticultural Products), one of the most historic wineries in Cyprus.
The meeting focused on the development of wine and gastronomy tourism in the Paphos district and explored ways to further connect the region’s rich culinary heritage with its tourism offering
The meeting took place within the framework of the European project ENOGASTRODEST, in which the Pafos Chamber of Commerce and Industry participates as a key partner. The discussion focused on strengthening cooperation among local authorities, tourism stakeholders, producers, wineries, and businesses in order to promote Pafos as an attractive eno-gastronomic destination.
During the meeting, participants exchanged views on initiatives and actions that can enhance the visibility of local products, traditional cuisine, and wine culture, while also enriching the overall tourism experience for visitors to the region. Particular emphasis was placed on the creation of authentic experiences that combine gastronomy, culture, rural tourism, and local entrepreneurship.
The representatives underlined the importance of coordinated efforts in promoting sustainable tourism development and supporting local producers and businesses through innovative tourism practices and strategic partnerships.
The Pafos Chamber of Commerce and Industry reaffirmed its commitment to actively supporting initiatives that strengthen the local economy, enhance the tourism identity of the district, and promote the unique gastronomic and wine heritage of Pafos at both the national and European level.
Through the ENOGASTRODEST project, the Chamber continues to work closely with local and international partners towards the creation of sustainable and competitive eno-gastronomic destinations that contribute to regional development and cultural promotion.
Participants:
George Mais Pafos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (President)
Marinos Stylianou Pafos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Director)
Stefanos Hdjioannou Pafos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Officer)
Natasa Demetriou Pafos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Officer)
Giagos Tsivikos Deputy Mayor of Inia (Municipality of Akama)-Director of SODAP
Eno-Gastronomy in Developing Experiential Sustainable Tourism with eno-culinary heritage preservation
On the occasion of the “Hungarian Smart & Sustainable Solutions for Agriculture and Industry with Drone Live Presentation”, the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry together with the Embassy of Hungary in Cyprus, are pleased to invite you to the upcoming B2B event with Drone Live Presentation, focusing on Hungarian smart and sustainable solutions tailored for the agriculture and industry sectors, on the 14th of May, at 09:00am in Limassol. The presentation will be followed by B2B meetings with Hungarian companies.
This event will showcase cutting-edge, heavy-duty action drone technologies that can and revolutionize your agricultural and industrial activities through precision seeding, targeted spraying, advanced logistics solutions, multifunctional applications, and high-pressure cleaning systems, as well as sustainable biotechnology practices developed by leading Hungarian companies, aiming to enhance efficiency and environmental sustainability in agricultural and industrial operations.
We encourage all members involved in agriculture and industry to participate in this informative event to explore innovative solutions that can drive sustainable growth and efficiency in your operations.
Companies wishing to attend the event should fill in the online form HERE. For more information, please contact us at lily@ccci.org.cy or at 22889706.
ΓΡΑΦΕΙΟ ΤΥΠΟΥ ΕΒΕ ΠΑΦΟΥ
On the occasion of an Incoming Delegation from Slovakia, the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry together with the Embassy of the Slovak Republic in Cyprus, are pleased to invite you to the upcoming B2B meetings, focusing on IT, Green Technologies, Food Industry and Pharma, on the 14th of May, at 17:00pm at the premises of the Limassol Chamber of Commerce & Industry.
We encourage all members involved in the aforementioned fields to participate in this insightful event and engage in synergies that can deliver mutual benefits for the companies of both countries.
Companies wishing to attend the event should fill in the online form HERE. For more information, please contact us at lily@ccci.org.cy or at 22889706.
ΓΡΑΦΕΙΟ ΤΥΠΟΥ ΕΒΕ ΠΑΦΟΥ
Ολοκληρώθηκε με μεγάλη επιτυχία οι εργασίες της Ετήσιας Γενικής Συνέλευσης του Εμπορικού και Βιομηχανικού Επιμελητηρίου Πάφου, τη Δευτέρα 28/11/2022 στους ειδικά διαμορφωμένους και εξοπλισμένους χώρους του ξενοδοχείου Aliathon Resort στην Πάφο.
Το ΕΒΕ Πάφου εκφράζει θερμές ευχαριστίες, στην Υπουργό Ενέργειας, Εμπορίου & Βιομηχανίας κα Νατάσα Πηλείδου που έθεσε τις εργασίες της Γενικής Συνέλευσης υπό την αιγίδα της και τίμησε με την παρουσία της την εκδήλωση.
Θερμές ευχαριστίες εκφράζει επίσης προς όλους όσοι παρευρέθηκαν και τίμησαν με την παρουσία τους την Γενική μας Συνέλευση.
Ιδιαίτερες ευχαριστίες σε όλους όσοι ταξίδεψαν από άλλες επαρχίες για να παρευρεθούν, απόδειξη της αναγνώρισης του έργου του ΕΒΕΠ.
Γραφείο Τύπου ΕΒΕ Πάφου
Τρίτη 29 Νοεμβρίου 2022
On Tuesday 31/08/2021, a meeting was held in the Headquarter Offices of the Paphos Chamber of Commerce & Industry among delegation of PCCI and the Ambassador of U.S.A in Cyprus Mrs. Judith G.Garber. From the side of PCCI the meeting was attended by the President of the Chamber Mr. George Mais, the Vice Presidents Mr. Charalambos Papantoniou, Mr. Stefanos Stefanou and Mr. Pantelis Evangelou as well as the Honorary Secretary of the Chamber Mr. Zenonas Zenonos and the Director of Paphos Regional Board of Tourism Mr. Nasos Hadjigeorgiou.
The discussion was very productive and focused on the relations between the two countries but also on the prospects that exist for further development and deepening of economic relations.
At the meeting was discussed the situation prevailing in the local economy and the efforts from PCCI and the private sector so as to overcome any problems and the negative consequences that caused by the pandemic and manage to continue the positive growth of the province in relation to the implementation of the new projects and the improvement of the infrastructure implemented by the Central State and the Local Authorities.
The USA can certainly play a very serious role in the Cypriot economy but also in issues related to security and peace in the Eastern Mediterranean region , something that will significantly improve the business climate in Cyprus.
The two sides discussed also about Banking sector and the improvements that needs to be done so as to facilitate foreign and local investments and find the ways of cooperation between businesses of the two countries and issues of investment in Cyprus on the part of American companies. Except from the aforementioned, they discussed ways of cooperation between the two countries in the fields of Tourism, Education, Health, High Technologies and Green Development with emphasis on Renewable energy sources.
PCCI Press Office 31.08.2021
On Thursday 05/08/2021 a meeting was held at Paphos Chamber of Commerce & Industry Offices among the PCCI President and Secretary/ Director Mr. George Mais and Mr. Marinos Stylianoou respectively and the Second Secretary of the High Commission of India in Cyprus Mr. Nandulal Bhookya.
The President of the Chamber, Mr. Mais, discussed in detail with Mr. Bhookya both the deepening of relations between the two countries and the prospects of cooperation between the business community of Paphos and the business community of India, a country with a population of 1,393,409,000 residents.
The President of the Paphos Chamber and Mr. Bhookya stressed the need for cooperation between the two countries in Tourism and investment both in the Hospitality Industry and the Real Estates.
Mr. Mais had the opportunity to discuss with the Second Secretary of the High Commission of India in Cyprus issues of strengthening the business and trade relations of the two sides. More emphasis was given to importing/ exporting commodities especially in the field of pharmaceutical goods, fertilizers, steel, and other products. The need for employment of technical and skilled personnel from India was extensively discussed. The two sides analyzed ways to attract tourists from India to Cyprus and Paphos in particular.
According to data from PCCI, economic relations between the two countries show a positive image with good prospects for the future. There is stability between the two states in the field of trade in goods and in services. “The investment sector is what we aspire to stimulate, strengthening the already encouraging data that have been recorded," said Mr. Stylianou Marinos.
Finally, it was decided to take place as soon as possible online meeting between members of PCCI and Indian Companies in an effort to find new forms of cooperation between the two communities and further development of existing ones.
Mr. Bhookya informed us that because of the 75th anniversary of Independence of India that is on 15/08/2021, High Commission of India is organizing a series of cultural events in all cities of Cyprus, including Paphos.
PCCI Press Release 05/08/2021
On Monday 31/05/2021, a meeting was held in the Headquarter Offices of the Paphos Chamber of Commerce & Industry among delegation of PCCI and H.E the Ambassador of France in Cyprus Salina Grenet-Catalano. From the side of PCCI the meeting was attended by the President of the Chamber Mr. Mais Georgios, the Vice-Presidents of the Chamber Mr. Papantoniou Charalambos, Mr. Stephanou Stephanos, Mr.Evangelou Pantelis, Mr. Chrysanthou Chrysis and the Secretary/ Director of the Chamber Mr. Stylianou Marinos.
The President of the Chamber, Mr. Mais extensively discussed with Mrs. Salina Grenet-Catalano both in deepening the existing excellent relations between the two countries and for the prospects of cooperation between the business Paphos community and the business community of France, a country with a population of 65 million but also with great influence in the various International Organizations as well as with a leading role in the European Union.
The President of PCCI expressed his desire to the Ambassador to increase the presence of French Companies in Paphos and Cyprus in general .Except from the aforementioned, they discussed ways of cooperation between the two countries in the fields of theme Tourism, Education, New Technologies & Innovation and general policy regarding the New Strategy for Tourism creating an identity, 'branding'. Mr. Mais had the opportunity to discuss with Ms Grenet for aid matters of business and trade relations between the two sides and to find ways to attract tourists from France with the first and best to establish more air routes with direct flights from France to Cyprus and Paphos in particular. Moreover, according to data from PCCI in 2018 36.5 0 0 French visitors arrived in Cyprus , while in 2019 the number of French visitors decreased to 31,114 .
The Ambassador Mrs Catalano discussing with the Director of the Chamber as well as attendees Vice-Presidents of PCCI stressed the need for cooperation between the two countries on issues of Capital Investment, Education, Renewable Resource Energy , Culture relying on our long history and brilliant archaeological wealth as well as for investments in Medical field. The Ambassador showed great interest in such partnerships and made special mention of the great archaeological places that can attract a large number of visitors. Agrotourism, is a sector with potential due to Paphos countryside that we should promote accordingly.
At the end of the meeting , the two sides hinted that Paphos has all the necessary components needed to attract such investments and agreed for further contacts.
PCCI Press Release | 31/05/2021