The cost of the “rich” version of the Christmas table shows no price changes this year, according to research and comparisons conducted by the Cyprus Consumers Association. At the same time, the Association’s version of the Christmas table for lower-income households records a 9% increase compared with last year.

The Association’s research was carried out from 10 to 19 December 2025. A total of three retail price surveys were conducted, exclusively in supermarkets in Nicosia, covering 34 food and beverage items.

The purpose of the research was to calculate the cost of the Christmas table for both four-person and six-person households across three categories:

• “Rich Christmas table”, which includes all 34 products

• “Economic Christmas table”, which includes 19 out of the 34 products

• “Christmas table for lower-income households”, which includes 11 out of the 34 products

According to the findings, the total cost of a “rich” Christmas table for a four-member family in Nicosia is estimated at €160, while for a six-member family it reaches €227. Compared with the cost of the Christmas table in 2024, no change is observed, as prices remain at approximately the same levels.

The “economic” Christmas table, which includes 19 of the 34 items, costs €98 for a four-member family in Nicosia and €129 for a six-member family.

The Christmas table for lower-income households, which includes 11 of the 34 items, is estimated at €33 for a four-member family and €49 for a six-member family. Compared with 2024, this category records an increase of around 9%.

According to the Association, price fluctuations were observed in several products during the research period from 10 to 19 December. On 19 December, a noticeable 12% reduction in lamb prices was recorded due to supermarket promotions. Additionally, a significant average increase was observed in cucumbers (82%), tomatoes (65%), and potatoes (10%).

It is noted that several items included in the survey were offered at promotional prices, with the majority of these promotions remaining in effect throughout the duration of the research.

The Association also points out that significant price differences were observed between retailers for Christmas delicacies. However, as these products can vary considerably in terms of ingredients used and even their exact weight, comparisons cannot be considered reliable or objective. For this reason, they are not commented on in the research.