Traditional Cyprus pasta gets protected geographical recognition status

The European Commission on Friday approved the registration of a traditional handmade pasta, “Makaronia tis Smilas/ /Makaronia tou Sklinitziou,” as the latest product with protected geographical indication (PGI) from Cyprus.

In particular, the special tool used for the preparation of pasta is of great importance. The thin reed-shaped stem is carefully selected,” according to a press release by the European Commission.

Source: ekathimerini.com