Celebrating sustainability
For those seeking the finest sustainable seafood, Adam’s Fish Shop is a go-to destination. Renowned for its exceptional product quality and commitment to customer satisfaction, the shop offers responsibly sourced fish and seafood, carefully selected for freshness and sustainability. With innovative options like dry-aged fish and a seamless online shopping experience, Adam’s Fish Shop is redefining the way seafood lovers dine and celebrate.
Q+A: Crafting Experiences
Driven by a passion for exceptional guest experiences, this iconic property has embraced innovation while honouring its legacy as a landmark. From the innovative plant-based creations at Josephine’s to Chef Francesco Mazzei’s warm, Italian-inspired dining at Villa Corinthia, the hotel’s culinary evolution showcases its dedication to blending tradition with modern flair. Served catches up with General Manager Alexandra Pisani to learn more.
A Glimpse into Bread-Making in 18th Century Malta
The importance that society metes out to an object may be gauged by the number of times that object crops up in daily conversation through idioms and proverbs. In Malta, bread (locally known as ħobż) tops the list in this respect, which is no surprise considering that since time immemorial bread has been the most staple amongst all staples in our diet.
Q+A: Adam Demanuele
Served meets the visionary behind “The Seafood Market Grill by Adam
In Conversation with Francesco Mazzei
How the Celebrity Chef brought Calabria to Villa Corinthia There are chefs, and then there are super chefs who have carved their names into the global stage and brought their food to the masses to become a recognized brand, a feat achieved by a few. Francesco Mazzei is undeniably one of those stars. From the … <a href="https://served.mt/in-conversation-with-francesco-mazzei/">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>
In bloom
The brilliant chef behind The Wandering Kitchen pop up dinners that many enjoyed over Autumn and winter, takes a last walk in the countryside before he leaves for his travels again to pick up new tips and skills to add to his already impressive own. Nasturtiums Found in the Maltese countryside in certain areas, the … <a href="https://served.mt/in-bloom/">Continued</a>
Ainsley Harriott
Through his travels, Ainsley has explored the cuisines of the world, and uses that knowledge and skill to bring flavourful and varied recipes to his audience.
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>
Q+As with the Chefs of Xara Collection
The Xara Collection Trendsetters in their respective niches, The brands within the Xara Collection represent the evolution of the Maltese restaurant culture and have consistently set the bar for unparalleled dining experiences and Michelin-rated cuisine in Malta. The Xara name is known internationally for the globally recognised accreditations, however as is often the case, we … <a href="https://served.mt/chefs-of-xara-collection/">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>
Sea-Beet Bazlama with Pink Peppercorn Yoghurt and Celery Powder
Makes 8 Prep time 1 hr Ingredients 4 Sea Beet Leaves 400gr. Flour 250ml Water 1 packet Yeast 1 tsp Sugar 1 tsp Sea Salt 2 Tbsp Yoghurt Extra Virgin Olive Oil 20 Pink Peppercorns 1 Cup Full Fat Greek Yoghurt Celery, 1 stalk leaves only Method To prepare the celery powder, dehydrate the leaves … <a href="https://served.mt/sea-beet-bazlama-pink-peppercorn-yoghurt-celery-powder/">Continued</a>
Vegan Blood-Orange Curd
Makes 1 250ml jar Prep time 1 hr Ingredients 3 orange juice and zest 70 grams sugar 3 tbsp rice flour 3tbsp water 1 tbsp olive oil Method Zest and squeeze the oranges and add to a pot including the sugar and cook on low heat till the sugar melts. In a seperate bowl add … <a href="https://served.mt/vegan-blood-orange-curd/">Continued</a>