It-Tokk, Independence Square, Victoria, Gozo | Ta’ Dbiegi Crafts Village, Gharb, Gozo
Everybody looks forward to June as it is when we realise summer is truly here. But for fellow fruit lovers, we look forward to June because it is the time of our delicious fig season.
Imqaret are a beloved traditional Maltese dessert, deeply rooted in the island’s culinary heritage. These delectable pastries, filled with a spiced date mixture, are not just a treat for the taste buds but also a reflection of Malta’s rich history and cultural influences. Their unique flavor and preparation make them a symbol of Maltese identity, often enjoyed during summer village feasts.
Lamb shanks cooked with mulberry juice is a flavorful dish where the shanks are seared until browned and then braised with aromatic vegetables like onion and carrots, along with garlic, thyme, and rosemary.
In Malta, strawberries are a cherished crop, primarily cultivated in fertile fields. The island’s mild Mediterranean climate, characterized by warm springs and ample sunshine, creates ideal growing conditions for strawberries, leading to a bountiful harvest typically from March to May.
The origins of rabbit in Malta are thought to date back some three and a half thousand years, with the mammal most likely introduced to the archipelago by the Phoenicians. It is thought the Phoenicians brought the animal to Malta from its natural habitat on the Iberian Peninsula, in order to secure access to fresh meat while stopping off in the islands mid-journey across the Mediterranean.
FESTA Theme Soft Nougat
€5.00
Mixed Fruits Sweets
€3.50
Honey Sweets
€3.50
Prickly Pear Sweets
€3.50
White Chocolate Spread with Prickly Pear
€3.50
