Interviews

January 8, 2023

Curating a Collection of Culture & Culinaria

Synonymous with luxury, elegance and that little touch of sophistication, the Xara Collection has undoubtedly made quite a substantial mark on the hospitality industry, from a culinary point of view, but also through The Xara Palace in Mdina.
January 8, 2023

Modern Memories: An Interpretation of Chef Kevin Bonello

Celebrating excellence is a privilege. In the world of a Chef, every service is a celebration of their diners' experience within their restaurant. For Chef Kevin Bonello, the privilege of celebrating exquisite menus is a duty he artistically performs through his role as Culinary Director of the Xara Collection.
December 28, 2022

Where Nostalgia meets Innovation: Riccardo Forapani’s role as Head Chef of Ristorante Cavallino

We’ve all heard of the great Massimo Bottura, we love his work, follow his charitable events and dream of dining in one of his restaurants during our next tour of Italy.
November 21, 2022

Grain by Grain: the Destiny of Executive Chef Victor Borg

The recipe for an excellent Chef is unique. Much like the signature dishes that chefs develop through the years, their characters, principles and aspirations for their trade are moulded out of the experiences and lessons taught.
October 27, 2022

The Story, Strategy & Success of AX Hotels

The hotel industry is a prominent aspect in Malta’s appeal and interest in the tourism sector. Booking a hotel stay for your travels is always a luxury, but when that extra element of comfort is added to your hotel experience by the hoteliers themselves - you know you’re in for a relaxing and pampered stay.
August 25, 2022

Chef Jonathan Brincat at the House of Noni

Michelin means something in the culinary world. In fact, it means a whole lot. Michelin means quality, consistency, personality, mastery and value. And if you’ve visited Chef Jonathan Brincat’s Noni, you will completely understand how and why their Valletta facade features a shiny red plaque with an instantly recognizable Michelin Star, right there in plain sight.
August 18, 2022

Carlo Micallef’s Path, Success and Aspirations for the Maltese Islands

Malta Tourism Authority’s CEO, Carlo Micallef’s path, success and aspirations for the Maltese islands
August 16, 2022

Michelle Muscat, President of ACE speaks about her Mission in Malta’s F&B Industry

Ristorante La Vela’s MichelleMuscat saw great achievementsthrough her years of dedicationand ambition in the Food and Beverage industry.
June 8, 2022

Ryan Galea – HORECA Publisher

As HORECA publisher and founder, Ryan Galea has combined his passion for hospitality with his natural flair for all things entrepreneurial. Here he chats to Jo Caruana about his love for the sector and his plans for the future of this publication.
June 4, 2022

The Path to Making Things Better

Art, design, accountancy, marketing: the extensive professional resume of V&C Group CEO Christabelle Camilleri mirrors the Group’s own aptitude for diversification. As V&C ventures further into the hospitality sector, she tells Laura Bonnici how the Group is ‘making things better’ both for Malta and the planet.