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May 4, 2026
In Malta, dropped bookings continue to wreak havoc with restaurant seating, eating into profits. Ramona Depares delves into how international restaurateurs have minimised the impact by approaching missed reservations as a structural market problem.
April 12, 2026
Malta International Airport CEO Alan Borg shares insights on growth, pressure and raising Malta’s tourism standards. Words by Ramona Depares.
April 10, 2026
Maltese restaurants have traditionally relied on this one sitting, but global trends are now shifting towards an experiential, hospitality weekend. Ramona Depares investigates what this means for the local HORECA market.
January 4, 2026
Cautious optimism marks Malta’s restaurant sector as investment appetite strengthens despite profit pressures. Ramona Depares reports.
December 31, 2025
Can Malta’s HORECA sector make a stronger showing throughout the upcoming shoulder months?
November 30, 2025
The fluffy, creamy ingredient is a definite Benna favourite, with a history, production method and culinary role all its own. Ramona Depares explores its journey from seaside salt-curdled tradition to supermarket staple.
November 13, 2025
Something exciting is brewing at the Kempinski Hotel San Lawrenz, and General Manager Marlene Ambuehl can’t wait to share it.
October 31, 2025
Chef Patron Andrew Vella has created a charming, fine dining concept at Rebekah’s, marrying local produce with passion and a creative approach.
October 11, 2025
Now that the dust has settled from the latest restaurants survey commissioned by ACE, President Michelle Muscat shares her reactions and views about where the industry is heading.
October 5, 2025
Could salt be the next driver for sustainable tourism? Ramona Depares discovers how BirdLife Malta is bringing an old harvesting tradition to life, from the salt pans to restaurant tables.