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Welcome to Masasoura Tavern

Nestled in the heart of Tala, a charming village just 6km outside of Paphos, our family-run restaurant has been delighting diners since 2008. Situated on the quaint village square, our establishment offers a warm and inviting atmosphere that's perfect for indulging in delectable cuisine. Led by our passionate chef, every dish at Masasoura Tavern is crafted with care and attention to detail, using only the freshest locally sourced ingredients. Our extensive menu caters to all tastes, with options ranging from traditional Cypriot Meze, featuring both meat and fish, to tantalizing international fare. Whether you're a vegetarian seeking a dedicated plate or a meat lover eager to explore new flavors, there's something for everyone to enjoy here. Pair your meal with a glass of our finest local village wine or a refreshing pint of ice-cold beer for the ultimate dining experience. In the summer months, dine al fresco on our terrace, where you can soak up the sun and savor your meal amidst the cool mountain breeze. As the weather cools, retreat indoors to our cozy tavern, where you can cozy up next to the crackling open fire and enjoy the hearty ambiance. Join us at Masasoura Tavern for a culinary journey that's sure to delight your senses and leave you craving more. We look forward to welcoming you soon!

The Masa and Soura portrait that is decorating our space.
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The Story Of "Masasoura"

Once upon a time there was a chubby, sweet, middle-aged man who lived in a far away village, all alone. All he wanted to do was eat, concoct strange recipes and enjoy their different flavours. Over the vears. the other villagers forgot his name, and called him Greedy-Masa. Every morning, Greedy-Masa gathered the ingredients for his recipe of the day, It the fire and let his imagination marry up the smells of herbs with the fresh meat, making dishes of every description. One day, loneliness knocked at his door and said: “Greedy-Masa, for how much longer are you going to eat the food you cook alone, and how will you be able to smile without a companion?” And so, a distressed Greedy-Masa went out for a walk. On the way he met a thin man who was holding a bottle of wine and who, despite being poor, seemed very happy. Greedy-Masa stopped and asked: “What is your name, my good man?” “The villagers call me Tipsy-Soura because I'm always drunk from wine” he said. “Who are you?” “The villagers call me Greedy-Masa because I make recipes all day and eat alone”. “I know why you seem sad” said Tipsy-Soura. “For the same reason that I'm unhappy, even though I don't lookit. It's because we should share the joys in life. Only then will we feel true happiness. If you want me to prove it to you, cook your best recipe tonight, and I will bring some wine.” And so, Tipsy-Soura took his favourite wine and met Greedy-Masa and the delicacies that he prepared. They sat down and ate like kings, drank like lords and laughed with all their hearts. From then on, Greedy-Masa and Tipsy-Soura became inseparable and decided to share the recipes and wine with the other villagers. They opened a taverna and called it “Masasoura”, and lived happily ever after...bon appetit!

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