Articles & Feature Interviews

August 9, 2026

From Ftira to Franchises: Can Malta Stay Maltese in a Global Dining Era?

Denis Jin Young L explores Malta’s growing hospitality paradox: while international restaurant brands and luxury concepts bring investment and global appeal, the country risks diluting the distinct culinary identity and authenticity that have made its Michelin-recognised local dining scene internationally respected.
August 9, 2026

The Novelty of Old

The rediscovery of indigenous grape varieties in Malta and Gozo is one of the most exciting developments our wine sector has witnessed in years.
August 4, 2026

Skills Pass & Pre-Departure: Raising Standards, Not Barriers

Malta’s Institute of Tourism Studies has transformed the Skills Pass and new Pre-Departure framework into a system designed to raise workforce standards, improve integration and better prepare foreign workers for employment in Malta’s tourism and hospitality sectors, while supporting long-term sustainable growth.
August 3, 2026

Beyond the Bugibba Postcard

Most visitors to Malta are used to viewing Buġibba as a holiday and party town, the seaside providing the ultimate tourist backdrop. Now, Żafżifa — a film written and co-produced by Peter Sant, with Angelique Muller as co-producer, offers a different perspective.
July 26, 2026

Grappa – A Unique Spirit in The World

Grappa is a spirit unlike any other in the world, exclusively Italian, obtained from the skins of grape berries separated from the must or wine at the end of alcoholic fermentation.
July 26, 2026

Benna Introduces Tar-Rahhal to Malta’s HORECA Sector

Benna is bringing Tar-Raħħal, its mature Maltese cheese, to restaurants, hotels, wine bars, catering establishments and delicatessens, offering food professionals a distinctive local ingredient that combines authentic provenance with consistent quality.
July 26, 2026

Lewis Capaldi & Calvin Harris Lead Summerdaze 2026

Soon after Katy Perry’s performance in Floriana, two August nights will give Malta’s summer soundtrack another sharp international edge.
July 22, 2026

Horeca Wine Reviews

HORECA Wine Reviews - by Josef Bonello
July 19, 2026

Malta’s Most Iconic Summer Concert

Isle of MTV sees queen of pop Katy Perry take to the stage against one of Malta’s most iconic backdrops — and it’s all free.
July 16, 2026

Preventing Food Waste in the Hospitality Sector

Food waste remains one of the most pressing environmental challenges globally, contributing significantly to greenhouse gas emissions, wasted resources, and unnecessary pressure on land and water systems.