Articles

January 17, 2026

Wine First TV Turns Its Lens On Malta & Gozo

Our own Josef Bonello co-hosts two episodes of global TV series Wine First, focusing on the island wines and set to air in 2026. HORECA Malta takes a behind-the-scenes look.
January 12, 2026

Crafting A Profitable & Memorable Wine List

In this first of a two-part series, sommelier William Rizzo outlines the curation of a wine list to turn a meal from ‘good’ to ‘memorable’.
January 11, 2026

A Young Man from Cognac

Pablo Ferrand’s credo of craftsmanship and transmission adds an almost artisanal profile to the familydomain’s cognac.
January 4, 2026

ACE Survey: Investment Appetite Holds Firm Even As Restaurant Profits Dip

Cautious optimism marks Malta’s restaurant sector as investment appetite strengthens despite profit pressures. Ramona Depares reports.
January 4, 2026

The Licence to Serve (and not to Kill-Sink)

From Belgium to the Southern Med, restaurant regulations are wildly different. Where can we find the happy balance? Denis Jin Young L. muses the question.
December 31, 2025

Extending the Season

Can Malta’s HORECA sector make a stronger showing throughout the upcoming shoulder months?
December 28, 2025

The Food Safety & Security Authority: A New Chapter for Malta’s Food Future

The launch of the Food Safety and Security Authority marks a historic milestone for Malta, bringing together, for the first time, all functions related to and security under one national framework.
December 28, 2025

Powering Malta’s Green Future

Inġ. Ismail D’Amato, Interconnect Malta’s CEO, shares insight about the use of clean energy for a sustainable destination.
December 20, 2025

Should We Prepare for a Black Rabbit Takeover?

The hit restaurant series makes the humble burger the main protagonist. Is this a precursor of things to come for the industry? Victor Calleja is not enthused.
December 20, 2025

Delivering Elevated Personal Experiences

Guests are no longer satisfied with good service alone; they now seek personalised experiences that make them feel valued. And every elevated experience begins with listening and understanding, Joseph Galea writes.