‘Bikepacking’ + Traditional seafood Paella
Photographer Humbert Campins, Lisa Paarvio, and friends embark on a gravel bike journey through rural Catalonia. Their route takes them north of Girona into the breathtaking Collsacabra Mountains, where they explore the landscape while cooking traditional Catalan and Spanish cuisine.
A Legacy begins – the humble beginnings of Malta’s beloved dairy brand
In 1905 Sir Temi Zammit’s Sliema, Floriana, and Ħamrun. Electrically groundbreaking discovery revealed driven vans delivered this fresh, safe milk,that goat’s milk was the source transforming dairy consumption in Malta. By of undulant fever. This led to the 1943, the department had rebranded to “Milk” establishment of Malta’s first milk pasteurization Marketing Undertaking” and expanded … <a href="https://served.mt/a-legacy-begins-the-humble-beginnings-of-maltas-beloved-dairy-brand/">Continued</a>
5 Weird Food Combinations that people actually love
Most likely, you have a weird food combination you love to endower when you’re alone at home. Whether it’s nostalgic eating, revisiting comfort food from your childhood or an experiment that turned out well, there’s someone else out there with equally weird food combo favourites. We picked our top 5 from across the web and … <a href="https://served.mt/5-weird-food-combinations-that-people-actually-love/">Continued</a>
All about peaches
when the heat arrives, nature blesses us with a delightful fruit that epitomises the essence of the season - the peach.
The Xara Collection and it’s Shining Stars
From the streets of Mdina to the stunning views of Balluta bay, each establishment within the Xara Collection offers a culinary journey like no other. Among the stars that adorn the collection, one shines particularly bright this year; the Michelin star achieved by Rosami at the Villa, in Balluta Bay. Despite being in existence for … <a href="https://served.mt/the-xara-collection-and-its-shining-stars/">Continued</a>
In Conversation with Ainsley Harriott
NEARLY 3 DECADES DOWN THE LINE, AINSLEY HARRIOTT IS UP THERE WITH THE TOP MOST RECOGNISED AND LOVED OF THE UK'S TV CHEFS AND PERSONALITIES. HARRIOTT'S CHARISMA, BEAMING SMILE AND INFECTIOUS ENERGY HAS MADE COOKING FUN AND ACCESSIBLE FOR MANY, AND IT WAS NO WONDER THAT HE WAS AWARDED HIS MBE IN 2020 FOR HIS SERVICES TO BROADCASTING AND THE CULINARY ARTS.
Ruth Abellan Appointed General Manager at Kempinski Hotel San Lawrenz, Gozo, Malta
Ruth Abellan Appointed General Manager at Kempinski Hotel San Lawrenz, Gozo, Malta Geneva, 20 March 2023 – From the buzzing city of New York to the hidden gem of Gozo Islands: Ruth Abellan has been appointed as the new General Manager at Kempinski Hotel San Lawrenz. The Spanish native brings over 20 years of … <a href="https://served.mt/ruth-abellan-appointed-general-manager-at-kempinski-hotel-san-lawrenz-gozo-malta/">Continued</a>
ION Harbour by Simon Rogan
From 15th March 2023, ION Harbour in Valletta will welcome the internationally-renowned and multi award-winning chef Simon Rogan as Chef Patron, becoming ION Harbour by Simon Rogan. Rogan has a total of eight other restaurants to his name across the UK and Hong Kong, including L’Enclume in the Lake District which currently holds three … <a href="https://served.mt/ion-harbour-by-simon-rogan-2/">Continued</a>
Caffe Cordina – An Icon in the City
Caffe Cordina is synonymous with coffee in the city. The much-loved cafe, frequented by locals and visitors alike, serves as an excellent spot in the heart of Valletta where one can enjoy coffee with a sweet pastry, or lunch outdoors in the picturesque Pjazza. We sit with Luca Cordina, the 3rd generation of Cordinas now … <a href="https://served.mt/caffe-cordina/">Continued</a>
Introducing Chef Faisal
Introducing Chef Faisal Al Deleigan, Served Magazine’s latest contributor. Faisal Al Deleigan is a Banker, a world-renowned Chef, consultant, and a humanitarian soul at heart. “Listen to your instinct and follow your heart”. This is the mantra of Chef Faisal who believes in following your passions. Faisal courageously left a highly paid job and gave … <a href="https://served.mt/introducing-chef-faisal/">Continued</a>
Traditional Maltese Fare with Chef Michael Diacono
Served interviews chef and restauranteur Michael Diacono to discuss local recipes, Maltese cuisine, sustainability, and food stories of his past. View the full video below! Entering Chef Michael Diacono’s kitchen brought on all the sensory triggers of Christmas morning. The timpana lay out on the counter, the smell of baked pastry and bolognese wafted through … <a href="https://served.mt/traditional-maltese-with-michael-diacono/">Continued</a>
The Ultimate Christmas Gift Guide: Great Gift Ideas For Your Loved Ones
The Ultimate Christmas Gift Guide for Foodies. Christmas gift shopping for a foodie can be tricky. That’s why we’ve listed down all you need to know about the best gifts for your food-loving family member, partner or Secret Santa pick! From hampers filled to the brim with delicious delicacies, to beautiful tea boxes of local … <a href="https://served.mt/ultimate-christmas-gift-guide/">Continued</a>
Sleep Smarter with Mattress Collection
Whether it’s a one off, or a regular issue – we can all relate to the feeling of waking up from a bad night’s sleep. Sure – there are many possible reasons for this, but have you ever considered your mattress could be one of them? Served quizzes mattress expert Clayton Borg from Mattress Collection, … <a href="https://served.mt/mattress-collection-interview/">Continued</a>
#FromTheMag – Join The Joy with Aperol Spritz
Aperol Treats Nate, Frank and Rossi to the Genuine Spritz Experience in Venice! Nate, Frank and Rossi, Malta’s renowned entertaining trio, visited Venice’s romantic city to enjoy the real Aperol Terrazza Experience in the traditional Venetian environment as part of the build-up of a unique summer campaign in Malta. Touring all the city’s historic locations, … <a href="https://served.mt/join-the-joy-with-aperol-spritz/">Continued</a>
#ServedPicks – Where To Buy Your Fish
Malta’s fish shop game in recent years has sky-rocketed, and while previous fish shop visits left one slightly less hungry for fish then when you entered, the gourmet fish shops of today have transformed the experience entirely. Now filets are even sold pre-marinated and prepped ‘ready-to-cook’, with cooking instructions and all. We are also noticing … <a href="https://served.mt/served-picks-where-to-buy-your-fish/">Continued</a>
#ServedPicks – Not Your Average Butcher
From premium cuts, to pre-marinated barbecue items and delicatessen counters – Served picks a selection of the some of the best sources for quality meat, BBQ goods and all the extras, on the island. With options for local to foreign meat, organic and free-range choices – these butchers/convenience stores/deli have all the goods you need … <a href="https://served.mt/served-picks-top-butchers-on-the-island/">Continued</a>
#FromTheMag – A Rosé Wine For Every Occasion
In the past rosé wine has been dismissed by the connoisseurs as headache inducing and overly-sweet, but rosé has come a very long way in the past decade and has emerged as a versatile, food-friendly and exciting wine ‘for every occasion’. Rosé wines of today can be delicate and dry, enjoyed all year round, and … <a href="https://served.mt/rose-wine-for-every-occasion/">Continued</a>
#FromTheMag – Organic White Wine And Why We Love It!
Mild or non-existent hangovers, fewer chemicals, and better for the environment – no wonder organic wine is booming in Malta and around the world! Thanks to the gradual rise in the slow-food, organic trend, young wine-makers are pioneering the shift to more natural, innovative yet ‘how it used to be done’, environmentally kinder ways of … <a href="https://served.mt/organic-white-wine/">Continued</a>
Chameleon 75 Presents ‘It’s Minuty O’Clock’ – A night of flowing Rosé and all the entertainment
It’s time for another Thursday evening extraordinaire with Chameleon 75 events. On this occasion, Charles Grech & Co. in collaboration with Chateau Minuty and The Phoenicia Malta have organised an evening celebrating the divine Minuty Rosé. On Thursday 25th August, from 8pm onwards, guests can pre-book for an evening at the stunning Phoenicia Hotel’s … <a href="https://served.mt/chameleon-75-presents-minuty-rose-event/">Continued</a>
Celebrate in style this Santa Maria weekend with a meal at one of these top restaurants in Malta and Gozo
Looking for somewhere special to celebrate this Santa Maria weekend? These prestigious restaurants in Malta and Gozo elevate the dining game, ticking all the right boxes for location, service, food and drink! Make it a meal to remember for you and your loved ones. 1. The Orchard, Naxxar The Orchard, set within the lush … <a href="https://served.mt/where-to-eat-santa-maria-weekend/">Continued</a>