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Flaounes are a traditional Cypriot Easter snack

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Flaounes are a traditional savory pie that is similar to tiro pita and eaten in Cyrpus on Easter and afterwards. There are many different variations and I personally prefer the ones made with traditional pafitiko which is the traditional cheese that is used in the dish. I have seen many types of the recipe, some of which are made with halloumi but this recipe seems to be the best! Here is the recipe, so let me know if you like it! https://www.kopiaste.org/2008/04/easter-flaounes/
 
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Flaounes are a traditional savory pie that is similar to tiro pita and eaten in Cyrpus on Easter and afterwards. There are many different variations and I personally prefer the ones made with traditional pafitiko which is the traditional cheese that is used in the dish. I have seen many types of the recipe, some of which are made with halloumi but this recipe seems to be the best! Here is the recipe, so let me know if you like it! https://www.kopiaste.org/2008/04/easter-flaounes/
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I had this once and loved it - I didn't know it was from Cyprus! Thanks for letting us know about this...
 
Oh wow, these are filled with cheese? I think I will love these! I'd like to try them once before I make them, though. Does anyone know where I can find them?
 
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Oh wow, these are filled with cheese? I think I will love these! I'd like to try them once before I make them, though. Does anyone know where I can find them?
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You probably won't be able to find them at many Greek supermarkets, unless there is someone from Cyprus who works there. If you live near a Cypriot supermarket (there aren't many outside of the UK and Cyprus) then your chance might be good. If you are in Greece or Cyprus, you will definitely be able to find them during Easter time
 
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