Articles

April 26, 2025

A Brand New Food System

One of the latest projects at the Food Systems Directorate involves creating local ‘biotrails’ and ‘biodistricts’. Director Sonya Sammut explains what it is all about in this first article of a series.
April 26, 2025

A Year of Fresh Opportunities

The Malta Tourism Authority (MTA) is making great steps towards tourism quality. As we step into a fresh new year, we embrace exciting opportunities, innovative ideas, and ambitious targets that will continue shaping Malta’s tourism landscape.
April 16, 2025

Malta’s Potable Water Revolution

Malta's potable water quality has undergone years of transformation. I'm proud to share how our recent technological advancements combined with aggressive infrastructure investments have revolutionised tap water quality across our islands, making it not just safe, but enjoyable to drink.
April 13, 2025

Exclusive Interview: Chef Gregory Garimbay

HORECA Magazine met Chef Gregory Garimbay, the Michelin-starred chef at Bellefeuille in the Saint James Paris hotel about his culinary journey, his philosophy, and his recent collaboration with Chef Clint Grech for the Four Hands experience at de Mondion.
April 11, 2025

Past Meets Pastry: The Evolution of Easter’s Sweetest Traditions

Figolli and kwareżimal have been Easter staples for generations, but today’s trends are creating a new spin on these classics. Ramona Depares explores how Malta’s confectioners are keeping tradition alive while embracing old, new approaches.
April 11, 2025

Beyond the Numbers: Shaping the Future of Malta’s Tourism

Malta’s tourism is at a crossroads, set to move beyond record growth towards sustainability. In this exclusive interview with HORECA Malta, Deputy Prime Minister & Minister for Tourism & Foreign Affairs Dr Ian Borg outlines government plans to balance investment and long-term success.
February 15, 2025

Maltese Team Successfully Debuts at the World Championship of Blind Tasting

Malta has a team of competitive wine tasters that can challenge the best in the world. This is the verdict of the World Championship of blind tasting that took place in Margaux (France) and saw a Maltese team participating for the first time and scoring a very honourable 29th position in the world.
February 15, 2025

Cuisine is still the Number One Driver among Travellers Everywhere

Part 1: Aspects, trends and features of the 2023/24 World Report on Culinary Tourism – WFTA.
January 25, 2025

The Spirit of Gin: From Botanicals to Bottles

Gin, the storied spirit known for its aromatic complexity, has captivated drinkers for centuries. Born from a mix of medicinal roots and Dutch ingenuity, it has evolved into a symbol of both sophistication and boldness in the world of cocktails.
January 20, 2025

ME Malta: Set to Become the Archipelago’s New Cultural and Social Epicentre

Primely positioned in the seaside town of St. Julian’s on the island’s north-eastern coastline ME Malta will become a cultural hub for travellers and locals alike, elevating the destination’s urban scene with its restaurants, bars, and cultural programming.