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Festa Frawli (Strawberry Festival)
The picturesque parish square in the agricultural village of Imgarr, surrounded by lush green valleys will once again host ‘Festa Frawli’, the annual Strawberry Fair on Sunday 14th April. Now in its 7th edition, this event is now a much awaited fixture in the Maltese calendar. A constant supply of freshly picked strawberries will be on sale throughout the day, ferried regularly to the square by the farmers themselves. A wide variety of desserts, snacks and beverages will be available in the open air kitchen, all made with fresh Imgarr strawberries. Professional chefs will also be preparing novelty strawberry based gourmet dishes such as ravioli and a non-alcoholic cocktail bar. Home made strawberry wine, jams, conserves and other typical products will also be on sale. Souvenirs, artworks and crafts will be exhibited by the craftsmen themselves. Folk and Ethnic music performed by leading Maltese artists using traditional instruments, and folk … Continue reading
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Tasting the World through Maltese Cuisine
They say that one of the best ways to experience a different culture is through their cuisine. Not only do you get a fantastic meal, but you learn about the cooking techniques, ingredients, and flavors that make that culture one-of-a-kind. Maltese cuisine is a fantastic example of diverse yet unique food. Now you might not be too familiar with Malta and its cuisine, but what about Mediterranean food? Does it ring a bell? That’s what Maltese cuisine is about. You’ve probably tried different varieties of Mediterranean food, such as Greek, French, and Spanish. Although they fall under the same category, rest assured that Maltese food is just as exceptional as the others. Malta is a small island located towards the south of Europe located right below Italy. Malta may not be as big as its Mediterranean counterparts, but don’t let its size fool you. It is home to gorgeous displays … Continue reading
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Plan ahead for your visit to Malta
Do you have plans on visiting Malta? Or how about those of you who are thinking of making a second or third trip back? Vacations might not last forever, but that doesn’t matter if you make the best out of your time there. One of the most crucial components to a successful and enjoyable vacation is planning. Who doesn’t plan, right? But the more thorough you are about your vacation planning, the more fun you’ll be having. There are hundreds of exciting and relaxing things to do in Malta. You may not be able to do them all in one vacation, but here are a few places and activities to begin with. 1. Get to know about Malta’s history What make the place are the people. You could spend the first day simply exploring the uniqueness of Maltese culture through its history. One of the best ways to do this is visiting historical … Continue reading
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Maltese food – typical local treats to tantalise your tastebuds!
Maltese food is rustic in character, full of the flavour and colour typical of a central Mediterranean Island. Our food is influenced by Malta’s proximity to Sicily and North Africa but with a special slant all our own. Traditional food accompanies us through life; a glass of smooth local wine with friends in a village bar comes with a dish of olives, some gbejniet (local sheep’s cheeses), zalzett (coriander flavoured Maltese sausage) with galletti (Maltese crackers) and some bigilla (broad bean pate) served with Maltese bread and olive oil; or on a cold day hot pastizzi (savoury ricotta filled pastries) are perfect with wine or coffee. Summer days at the beach mean hobz biz-zejt, a popular snack made from a thick slice of crusty Maltese bread, rubbed with juicy, red tomatoes and topped with mint, a little onion, sheep’s cheese and anchovies all soaked in delicious green olive oil; a … Continue reading
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