Where to buy Easter cakes in Northern Cyprus

Easter is not part of the usual holiday calendar for the residents of Northern Cyprus, but for many families who have moved to the island, this day remains special. Preparations for the holiday are the same as back home: painting eggs, baking Easter cakes (kulichi) or looking for ready-made ones in advance, attending a church service to bless the Easter basket, and then gathering with loved ones. Therefore, before Easter, kulichi appear in Northern Cyprus in two ways: in shops with a post-Soviet assortment and in cafes, bakeries, and establishments serving Russian and European cuisine. In the case of shops, it is better to check availability closer to the holiday; among the points where the probability of finding kulichi is higher are "Tri Medvedya," Hurdeniz, Ileli Plus, and Sayılı Market, although the choice is not limited to these. Ekler Pastry Cafe, Food Box, Chelsey Village Restaurant, MOCHI ART CAFE, and Bar Duck have been baking kulichi for Easter for more than a year—either by pre-order or on the spot, depending on the establishment.

• Restaurants / cafes that bake Easter cakes
• Shops where Easter cakes are most common
• How to do it
• What to clarify before buying
• Frequently Asked Questions

Restaurants / cafes that bake Easter cakes

• Ekler Pastry Cafe, Instagram
• Chelsey Village Restaurant, Instagram
• Food Box (Black Horse), Instagram
• MOCHI ART CAFE, Instagram
• Bar Duck, Instagram

Shops where Easter cakes are most common

As a guide, you can use the following shop names where Easter cakes usually appear before the holiday:

• Tri Medvedya
• Hurdeniz
• Ileli Plus
• Sayılı Market
• Royal Supermarket

How to do it

1. Choose the nearest establishment, message them, and book an Easter cake 7–14 days before Easter.
2. Select 2–3 nearest points (shops) and plan a visit 7–14 days before Easter.
3. If the cakes are not yet available, ask the staff if a delivery is expected and on which days it usually happens.
4. If a specific size/filling is important, ask to see the options before paying (sometimes there are different batches and manufacturers).
5. Also, pay attention to the chat.

What to clarify before buying

• Expiration date. Especially if you are buying in advance or taking several cakes.
• Ingredients. Raisins, candied fruits, nuts, presence of icing—if this is fundamental.
• Weight/size. There are often small and large options, and the price depends on the weight.
• Storage conditions. During hot periods, it's better to clarify how to store the cake at home.

Frequently Asked Questions

When do Easter cakes usually go on sale in Northern Cyprus?

As a rule, 7–14 days before Easter—in Russian shops and points with a post-Soviet assortment.

What should I do if there are no Easter cakes in the nearest shop?

Check 2–3 shops from the list. Deliveries may arrive closer to the holiday and not always at the same time in different locations.

Can I find out about the delivery in advance?

Usually, yes: it is enough to clarify with the staff whether a delivery is expected and on which days. This helps if you need to buy cakes by a specific date.

Where else besides Russian shops can there be Easter cakes?

Sometimes Easter cakes appear in individual supermarkets as a seasonal item, but more often and more reliably, they are easier to find specifically in shops with Russian products.