Features

April 16, 2020

Exclusive Interview: The Hon Julia Farrugia Portelli

The Hon Julia Farrugia Portelli had barely settled in her new role as Minister for Tourism and Consumer Protection when she was faced with dealing with the COVID-19 crisis. In an exclusive interview with Horeca Magazine, the Hon Minister shares her experience in the first few months in her new role and the challenges the local tourism industry is currently facing.
November 16, 2019

Fine Wines with Personality

Vincenzo Melia’s bond with Malta originated much like it did with many other Italians in recent times - the English language. Almost thirty years ago Vincenzo would send his son to language schools in Malta whilst taking the opportunity of spending a few days of relaxation here.
November 16, 2019

Malta Chefs Society

Set up to stimulate greater interest and enhance higher standards in the culinary sector, the aim of the Malta Chefs Society is and to bring together chefs and other professionals, working, studying, or otherwise active in the catering industry, with the purpose of helping them further their knowledge and skills, and, directly contribute towards the improvement in the quality and standards of the tourism industry in Malta and Gozo.
November 12, 2019

Valletta Cruise Port – Where Excellence meets Opportunity

The Valletta Cruise Port is one of Malta’s most picturesque areas with nineteen historic warehouses dating back to the 18th Century to the late Baroque period. Grandmaster Pinto saw the potential of this area and further developed it into an area where connections can be made a lot easier for trade. The area later saw the construction of the first Power Station, that serviced the island and ultimately pushed the area to become a prime spot.
November 12, 2019

A Conversation with Diane Izzo

As one of Malta’s most prolific retail entrepreneurs, Diane Izzo built the DIZZ Group from the ground up. Now, with her fashion empire secure in its success, she has set her sights on the food and beverage market too.
November 12, 2019

The Culinary Showman

Known for his ‘wow’ factor approach to gastronomy, restaurateur and chef Marvin Gauci now runs no less than six establishments in Malta and Budapest, and he’s certainly not slowing down.
November 12, 2019

Iniala’s Vision for Malta

Mark Weingard, the businessman, philanthropist and entrepreneur, was kind enough to take some time from his exceptionally busy schedule so that I could pick his brains on everything from Iniala, his super luxury new hotel opening next year in Valletta, to his favourite eateries in Malta.
August 14, 2019

Chef Joe Vella

From a humble beginning with his family’s bakery in Qormi to a top-level career as Executive Chef at some of Malta’s foremost dining destinations. We meet Executive Chef Joe Vella at his new house in Rabat and he guides us through his early kneading days to becoming one of Malta’s most prominent and loved Chefs.
August 13, 2019

A Touch of Gold in Attard

With fresh ingredients, a host of seasonal dishes and a selection of choice wines, diners can expect an unforgettable gastronomical experience at The Golden Fork. Located in Attard, The Golden Fork is a new addition to the Maltese restaurant scene, and its owner, Chef Letizia Vella, is all set to ensure her guests enjoy their time and meal at her establishment.
August 13, 2019

Cooked with Love, Served with a Smile

This is the motto at The Chef’s Table restaurant in Bugibba’s busy centre, winner of Best Newcomer Award in the latest Restaurants Malta survey. We met Chef Patron Alain Grech, who explains to us how, together with his partner Noemi and dedicated staff, he has managed to lead the restaurant to numerous awards in a short period of time.