Kalo Chorio hosts the Commandaria & Tradition Festival on 17–18 October 2026. Visit Cyprus lists free admission at the community square, 68 Commandarias Avenue. This is a useful anchor for a food-focused day outside Limassol.
What the programme promises
Limassol Tourism describes palouzes preparation and tastings of traditional products, including soutzoukos, halloumi and resi. Commandaria and zivania are also listed. Ask each stall what is included before ordering; free admission should not be read as an unlimited food-and-drink package.
Plan the day, not just the tasting
The official listing spans Saturday 14:30 to Sunday 22:00. It does not give a complete timetable for each day, so confirm your chosen session before travelling. If wine tasting is part of the plan, arrange a driver who will not drink or book transport in advance.
Our approach to a festival lunch
Start with a small portion of something unfamiliar. Ask how it is made, then decide whether to buy more or take something home. Leave a little space in your budget for purchases; the best souvenir may be a flavour you want to revisit. Find more food ideas in our free newsletter when it launches.
