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The National
3 days ago
- The National
Edinburgh's Orthodox school adds new chapter to Greek-Scottish story
Scottish education earlier this month added St Andrew's Orthodox Church School to the official register of independent establishments. Based at Craigmillar Park Church in the south of the city, it offers a traditional style of education. Many Cypriots originally made their way over to Scotland in search of work and a better way of life, and there were also war brides who married Scottish soldiers after the Second World War. READ MORE: 'Their love for Scotland made my heart sing': George Ezra hails Scottish folk group Today, Glasgow, Edinburgh and St Andrews universities are popular studying spots for Cypriots, and many have their own societies to embrace their culture. There have been Greek schools in Glasgow and Edinburgh since the 1950s, along with the Edinburgh Hellenic School of St Andrew which teaches Greek to all ages, and the community has a real warmth to it. Low-cost flights mean it is also relatively easy to fly back to Cyprus and enjoy the likes of seaside beauty Paphos. One of the most luxurious and secluded places to stay is the five-star Constantinou Bros Athena Beach hotel, just yards away from the sands of Kato Paphos and a 15-minute stroll from the beautiful harbour, archaeological sites, shops and restaurants. The old town of Paphos is great for soaking up the traditions of Cyprus and at the heart of it is The Place, a converted warehouse where craftsmen continue to use ancient methods to create wonderful arts and handicrafts. This oasis of joy is full of talented people selling their work and also providing valuable classes to allow others to learn the same skills. Visitors can try their hand at everything from pottery painting to creating mosaic magnets, and The Place also has a lovely café. Full of history, Paphos is officially a Unesco World Heritage site, with the Archaeological Park one of the most important in Cyprus. It dates back to the fourth century BC when King Nicocles moved it to its current home by the harbour. It features sites and monuments from the time up to the Middle Ages, with most of the remains dating back to the Roman times. The most impressive are the intricate mosaic floors of the houses of Dionysos, Theseus, Aion and Orpheus, which show various scenes from Greek mythology. Other important monuments including the Asklepieion, a theatre known as the Odeon, and the Agora. The Limeniotissa, the ruins of an early Christian basilica, and the Tomb of the Kings are also in this fascinating and huge park. The big underground tombs are carved out of solid rock and, despite the name, it was actually high-ranking officials and aristocracy who were buried in the cavern, with some decorated with Doric pillars. Sitting grandly at the west end of the city's harbour, Paphos Castle was originally a Byzantine fort, which was built to protect the water. It was renovated by the Lusignans in the 13th century, only to be dismantled by the Venetians who did not want to fall into the hands of the Ottomans. What survives today was restored by the Ottomans in the 16th century and features a big square tower and central hall. The castle was handed over to the British in 1878 and it was used as a salt store until 1935, when it was declared an ancient monument. It really makes for an impressive site in the harbour, alongside the rows of fishing boats, and yachts which moor so people can enjoy this lively area. Seafood is very much on the menu in Paphos and two of the best restaurants are Ta Mpania, which is slap bang by the water and, in the old town, the very popular Christos Grill and Seafood Restaurant has al fresco dining to allow gorgeous views of the city, while feasting on the finest of local dishes. Enjoying the simple pleasures in life is very much the mantra in Cyprus and repeated in the adopted home of Scotland. Factfile
Business Journals
6 days ago
- Business
- Business Journals
5 things: Italian restaurant The Place reopens near Placerville
Welcome to Thursday, loyal readers. The Michelin Guide California ceremony returned to Sacramento last night, where two of Sacramento's top fine dining restaurants retained their stars and a local chef received a special award. Here's what else you need to know today. Want more local business headlines? Sign up for our morning and afternoon newsletters to get Sacramento business news delivered straight to your inbox. GET TO KNOW YOUR CITY Find Local Events Near You Connect with a community of local professionals. Explore All Events Restaurant near Placerville reopens We've been following the changes at a restaurant space near Placerville, which previously operated as The Little Italian Place. Local restaurateur Michael McDermott opened the business at 1772 Pleasant Valley Road. He later sold it to downsize his portfolio. McDermott, who also operates The Place and Daniello's Speakeasy in Roseville, remained the landlord of the property near Placerville. The latest owner of the Italian restaurant near Placerville, listed as Rudy Drums Restaurant LLC, filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy on Dec. 16. That operator closed the business. Late last year, the Business Journal reported McDermott planned to reopen an Italian restaurant in the space. Update: The restaurant near Placerville has reopened under McDermott's leadership. It appears the business is now called The Place. An online menu includes pizzas, calzones and an assortment of pastas. The aforementioned bankruptcy case closed March 4. In February, the court lifted the case's automatic stay, giving McDermott the rights to obtain possession of the property at 1768-1772 Pleasant Valley Road, in addition to some personal property left on the property, including televisions, iPads, kitchen equipment and furniture. Purple Place building in El Dorado Hills has new tenant A high-profile El Dorado Hills space that was the longtime home of The Purple Place has a new future in the works, with a project being spearheaded by an established local nightlife operator. The building at 363 Green Valley Road in the Green Valley Center has been vacant since late 2022, when The Purple Place closed its doors. Now, business partners Eric Rushing and Thomas Holzmann have confirmed they are taking over the space. Rushing has been involved with several nightlife businesses in Sacramento. Reporter Jake Abbott explains what's next for the former Purple Place building in El Dorado Hills. Region's largest apartment complex getting rent restrictions The largest apartment property in the Sacramento region is moving away from having rents set at market rates. Last Friday, the Capitol Area Development Authority's board approved a regulatory agreement governing 803-unit Woodlands in South Natomas, where rents would be affordable to people making 60% to 120% of area median income. Senior Reporter Ben van der Meer explains why the Woodlands apartment complex is moving away from market-rate rents. Former Trifecta CEO's new venture seeks to cut power bills Smart home-energy platform startup Kora Power Inc. sees a strong market for helping homeowners manage their electric bills using batteries and technology to reduce costs. Davis-based Kora combines a smart electrical panel with a sophisticated battery and software to allow users to manage and trade energy at times that are most efficient. Kora is led by Greg Connolly, the former CEO and co-founder of performance meal delivery company Trifecta Inc., which he left in May of 2024 after 10 years at the helm. Reporter Mark Anderson has details about Davis-based startup Kora Power. Local developer changes how it builds affordable housing Affordable housing developer Mutual Housing California is moving away from conventional wood-frame construction for future projects in Northern California. Starting next spring with a 76-unit project in Stockton, the Sacramento-based company is teaming with Boise, Idaho-based Guerdon LLC to build all future developments with modular construction. Senior Reporter Ben van der Meer explains why Mutual Housing is opting for modular construction. Have a great day, folks. Thanks for reading.
Korea Herald
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
MODAFE to promote global talent with new international dance competition
The 44th edition of the International Modern Dance Festival (MODAFE), the country's longest-running festival for modern and contemporary dance, returns this year under the theme 'Open to All, Creation is Omnivorous.' This year, the festival signals a bold transformation into a global creative platform that welcomes the participation of artists from around the world. The newly launched international competition program, International Spark Place, is a signature initiative that reflects MODAFE's shift. A total of 83 teams from 31 countries applied, with 16 teams ultimately selected to present their works on stage. The competition will be divided into two categories -- main stage and small theater performances -- and conducted in a contest format. Winners will receive an official invitation and production support to present their works at MODAFE 2026. An esteemed international jury will oversee the selection -- Christina Elliot, head of programming and producing at The Place, and Brendan O'Connell, former programmer at the Sydney Dance Company, as well as Korean dance experts make up the jury. MODAFE has also signed an MOU with The Place, one of London's premier institutions for contemporary dance, to foster future collaborations in performance creation and international networking. Among the international highlights of this year's program is the Belgian company Compagnie Abis with its experimental piece "GOLEM," a collaboration between choreographer Julien Carlier and sculptor Mike Sprogis. MODAFE runs from Sunday through June 15 in Seoul's theater district of Daehangno.
