A Side Of Sunshine? Our Top Picks for ‘Al Fresco’ Dining in Malta
As the weather gets warmer we’re all on the lookout for places to dine outdoors and enjoy a meal in the open air. We’ve compiled a list of our top picks for dining ‘al fresco’ at eateries across the island. Look no further – for your next lunch in the sunshine, or dinner under … <a href="https://served.mt/a-side-of-sunshine-al-fresco-dining-in-malta/">Continued</a>
Crunchy Penne Bake with Tomato & Mascarpone
Serves 2 Prep time 1 hr 15 minutes Ingredients 6 plum tomatoes 8 cloves garlic 2 tbsp olive oil 1 bayleaf salt and pepper 1 tbsp spiced honey 2 tbsp cider vinegar 2 cups water 80g mascarpone 250g penne 3 tbsp grated parmesan Salt to taste Pepper to taste Method Heat the olive oil in … <a href="https://served.mt/crunchy-penne-bake/">Continued</a>
7 Tasty Drinks To Serve To Your Guests This Weekend
While the focus is usually on what to EAT during the Easter weekend – we’re here to serve up some refreshing inspo as to what to DRINK before, during and after your Easter feast! Impress your guests with these easy cocktails and delicious ‘digestivi’ offering up something for all tastes. 1. Aperol Spritz … <a href="https://served.mt/7-tasty-drinks-to-serve-to-your-guests-this-weekend/">Continued</a>
Easter Lunch Menus That Have Us Drooling!
Make it an Easter to remember and book at one of these restaurants to celebrate the day with your family and friends. These are our top picks for eateries across the islands putting on an extra special menu to mark the occasion! Where will you be lunching this Easter? 1. ION Harbour, Valletta … <a href="https://served.mt/easter-lunch-menus-that-have-us-drooling/">Continued</a>
A Spring-Themed Picnic Spread With Tettiera – 3 seasonal recipes for the easy outdoor dining!
Spring is in the air, and we’re sharing a few seasonal recipes best enjoyed while lounging across a picnic blanket, sipping on some bubbles or lovely cup of tea! Orange Blossom Meringue with Whipped Mascarpone and Orange Curd Serves 8-10 Prep time 1 hour 30 minutes Ingredients 5 eggs 200g Caster sugar 2 tsp … <a href="https://served.mt/a-spring-themed-picnic-spread-with-tettiera/">Continued</a>
Halloumi and Mushroom Stuffed Pastry.
Serves 4 Prep time 30 minutes Ingredients 300g portobello mushrooms 1 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar or red wine 150g halloumi 1 tbsp chopped parsley 1 egg 1 tbsp chickpea flour 1 roll of Aqua e Farina Brisee Pepper Method Rinse portobello mushrooms and roughly chop. Preheat oven to 200 degrees celcius. In … <a href="https://served.mt/halloumi-and-mushroom-stuffed-pastry/">Continued</a>
The Perfect Sip for Every Bite! William Rizzo’s Expert Guidance…
William Rizzo, otherwise known as The Wine Nerd, gives us the expert guidance we need to pair complimentary wines with our Easter Lunch. Easter lunch in my home has always been a small family affair, no cousins, aunts or extended family. This year this will be the norm for everyone’s Easter lunch but small … <a href="https://served.mt/wine-pairings/">Continued</a>
Good Old-Fashioned Roast Pork and Crackling
Serves 6-8 Prep time 2 hours 30 minutes Ingredients Pork shoulder, 2-2.5kg half, boned and rolled White onions, 3, halved Garlic, head, halved Rosemary, 1 sprig Olive oil, as needed Sea salt, as needed Method Preheat the oven to 220 degrees C. Using a very sharp knife, or a clean Stanley knife, score the skin … <a href="https://served.mt/template-6/">Continued</a>
Tongue in Cheek: Braised Pork Cheek and Tongue with Puy Lentils
Serves 4 Prep time 3 hours Ingredients Carrots, 3 diced Onion, 1, diced Cheeks, 8 Tongues, 2 Garlic, 2 cloves, crushed Thyme, 1 sprig Red wine vinegar, 100mls Red wine, 200mls Flour, 20g Water 2 ltr. Bay leaf, 1 Puy lentils, 200g Sherry vinegar, 30mls Butter, as needed Salt and pepper, as needed Olive oil, … <a href="https://served.mt/tongue-in-cheek-braised-pork-cheek-and-tongue-with-puy-lentils/">Continued</a>
Scallops, Courgettes, Frisee & Pancetta salad
Serves 2 Prep time 30 minutes 16 scallops 50g butter 200g courgettes 8-10 mint leaves, chopped 1 small head frisee (Endive) 100g pancetta lardons 3 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar Salt & pepper Method Fry lardons in a little oil over medium heat until nice and crispy, then set aside. … <a href="https://served.mt/scallops-courgettes-frisee-pancetta-salad/">Continued</a>
Potato Gnocchi with Sage Butter
Serves 4 Prep time 1.5 hours Floury potatoes, 800g Italian ‘00’ flour, 200g Egg, 1 medium 60g Parmesan cheese, freshly grated Salt and pepper, to taste Fresh sage leaves, 2tbsp chopped Butter, 4-6 tbsp. Method: Preheat the oven to 200 degrees C. Pierce the potatoes a few times with a knife, place in the oven … <a href="https://served.mt/potato-gnocchi-with-sage-butter/">Continued</a>
Burnt Garlic Risotto with Local Snails and Salsa Verde – Vini e Capricci by Abraham’s
Serves 4 Prep time 3 hours Ingredients Snails 3kg snails 1 onion, finely chopped 1 garlic clove, finely chopped 1 cup white wine 2 slices of guanciale, chopped Salsa verde Extra virgin olive oil Salt and freshly-ground pepper Burnt garlic 1 garlic clove Salt and pepper, to taste 100ml extra-virgin olive oil Salsa Verde … <a href="https://served.mt/burnt-garlic-risotto-with-local-snails-and-salsa-verde-vini-e-capricci-by-abrahams/">Continued</a>
Loving Leftovers! Vegetarian Badass Boxing Day Burger
Serves 2 Prep time 20 minutes Ingredients Leftover brussels sprouts, 4 spoonful’s Leftover roast potatoes, 4 spoonful’s Leftover roast carrots, 4 spoonful’s Leftover roast onions, 4 spoonful’s Lime, 1 Red chili, according to taste Cranberry sauce, 2 spoonful’s Halloumi cheese, 6 slices Tomato, 1, sliced and seasoned Burger buns, 2, halved Salt, as needed Olive … <a href="https://served.mt/loving-leftovers/">Continued</a>
Gooey Froga Tat-Tarja Sandwich
Serves 4 Prep time 1 hour 15 minutes Ingredients Tarja, 200g Eggs, 4 Parsley, handful, roughly chopped Parmesan cheese, grated 100g Benna peppered ġbejna, 2, grated Benna fresh ġbejna, 2 Benna mozzarella, 1 ball, grated Fresh thyme, 8 sprigs, picked Freshly ground black pepper Salt, as needed Olive oil, as needed Method Cook the tarja … <a href="https://served.mt/gooey-froga-tat-tarja-sandwich/">Continued</a>
Roast Shrimp & Veg Salad
A tantalising zesty and vibrant salad. Serves 2 Prep time 30 minutes Ingredients 200g cherry tomatoes, halved 120g shredded carrot 100g yellow pepper, diced 150g red onion, diced 175g asparagus, diced 455g shrimp Olive oil Chilli powder, to taste 1 tsp fresh oregano Salt & pepper, to taste 1 lime, juiced Mixed greens Ingredients For … <a href="https://served.mt/roast-shrimp-veg-salad/">Continued</a>
Roast Chickpea & Avocado Salad
Who says salads are boring? This hearty salad is the perfect protein kick for a quick meal on a busy weekday. Serves 6 Prep time 30 minutes Ingredients 150g mixed greens 1 large cucumber, diced 275g cherry tomatoes, halved 1 avocado, diced 850g chickpeas, drained and rinsed 4 tbsp olive oil, divided 2 tsp smoked … <a href="https://served.mt/roast-chickpea-avocado-salad/">Continued</a>
Creamy Zucchini Linguini
Enjoy a low-carb alternative to pasta – perfect as comfort food, when you’re trying to count your calories. Serves 2 Prep time 30 minutes Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 1 Chicken breast (approx. 250g), diced 200g cherry tomatoes, halved ½ tsp salt ½ tsp pepper ½ tsp garlic powder 1 tsp dried basil Ingredients For … <a href="https://served.mt/creamy-zucchini-linguini/">Continued</a>
Mushroom & Thyme Risotto
Serves 4 Prep time 90 minutes Ingredients 900ml vegetable broth 500g Brown common mushrooms 250g arborio rice 50g nutritional yeast Half cup white wine Half cup olive oil 3 stalks fresh thyme or 1 tsp dry ½ tsp salt 1 onion ½ a celery stick Method Sauté 250g of the mushrooms until soft. Place the … <a href="https://served.mt/mushroom-thyme-risotto/">Continued</a>
Chickpea Base Pizza (GF)
Serves 1-2 Prep time 60 minutes Ingredients Fort Base 250ml water 200g chickpea flour ½ tsp fennel seeds ¼ tsp salt ¼ tsp onion powder Pinch garlic powder Pinch of black pepper Ingredients Fort Topping 200g tomato sauce 1 tbsp olive oil 1 marrow 1 small aubergine 1 yellow bell pepper 1 red bell pepper … <a href="https://served.mt/chickpea-base-pizza-gf/">Continued</a>
Foam And Fork Bobby Burger
Serves 4-5 Prep time 30 minutes Ingredients 500g chickpeas 200g beetroot 70g tahini paste 3g cumin 2g smoked paprika 5g salt 2g pepper 35g garlic 80g onions 20ml olive oil 150g breadcrumbs 50g flour Ingredients For Garlic Sauce 200ml soya milk 380ml sunflower oil 20ml pure sesame oil 40g garlic 100ml homemade ketchup/ store-bought 50ml … <a href="https://served.mt/foam-and-fork-bobby-burger-3/">Continued</a>