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madge:
Hi

We booked a week in June to Theresa apartments last summer.  Like probably everyone else we are concerned at the Euro exchange rate, and therefore the likely costs.  We have to pay the balance of the holiday at the beginning of April and don't know whether to cancel or transfer to somewhere that includes some food.  To be honest, that is not really our scene, we like to be independent and eat and drink where we fancy.  Is anyone able to give some advice as to what approx a nice meal for 2 costs, price of a pint etc.  Many thanks for anyone's advice.

stressed0506:
hi there madge, eating out in the village is a brilliant experience and the prices are all very reasonable. Some places are slightly more expensive than others but as you will see from this site very few people have had a negative experience anywhere. Many  places have at least one set meal which is a special which last year was about 8 euros with a glass  of wine thrown in. This usually included a starter and a main. Places like the Little Prince, Zorbas and Yiannis grill room are very reasonable indeed as is the Paradise right at the end of the village and if you want to splash out a bit more then Ozzy oils or the Beachcomber bistro are a bit more special but still wont break the bank. If you like to be independant then SS is the place to be! I am sure you will find places to suit your pocket and tastes.  Everyone on here has their special favourites and the biggest problem you will have is choosing where to eat each night and that you will have to miss some places out.

madge:
Stressed - thanks for your reply.  Funds are a wee bit short this year, as I'm sure like many and that is why we only booked a week.  We certainly don't mind spending for a nice meal or drink etc, but with this horrendous euro situation, don't want to seem to be paying through the nose so to speak.  It is years since we have been to Greece, Roda was the last place we went to in Corfu (we had a lovely holiday then) and we have been going to Cyprus for over 15 years.  We absolutely loved Cyprus, it was like a second home to us, but the old cypriot hospitality is gradually fading in many many places, and the last couple of years have not been the same, even more so since the introduction of the euro there last year.
We did'nt know whether to cancel and go somewhere AI, but to be honest on reflection, it is going to cost around £500 more than the balance we have to pay for San Stefanos, and my hubby thinks we could get a lot of food and drink for that and the choice of where we want to eat and eat what we want. If it is like Cyprus and around 3 euro for a lager or whatever, that should be fine.  It sounds a lovely place.  Thanks Madge xx

don:
As a rough guide :-
Beer around €2 per pint
Short with mixer around €3.50
Special of the day at most Tavernas around €7.50 and normally consists of starter and main or wine and main.
Lunch usually Giros Pitta for around €3 and very filling.
Alternatively there is a good bakery. We take a fair lump of cheddar and get fresh rolls and a tomato. Bread and jam also does for a lunchtime snack.
Breakfast is normally Flakes and milk on the balcony or terrace.
Just a few cheap tips, anyone who knows me will back me up and say I'm cheap!

Helen:
hi Madge
welcome to the site  :) Don forgot to tell you how generous the short's measures are!! VERY VERY GENEROUS
have lots of fun
helen

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