Malta is a place best looked at in retrospect. It is crowded and too busy BUT the history is complicated and diverse and contribute to food, wine and architecture that are very good.
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| Honey Bun |
We spent some time in Valletta and found a perfect coffee at the beautiful Caffe Cordina, founded in 1837. I love these old coffee shops, that run like well oiled machines. It was very busy but we never felt rushed. We tried the Honey Ring, a traditional Maltese treat made with black treacle, marmalade, orange peel, spices and honey. I could see how they would become addictive. They aren't nearly as sweet as they sound and are really perfect with coffee.
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| Legligin Wine Ba |
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| David ready for a great lunch |
We had lunch at Legligin, a wine bar with a tasting menu. They asked about food restrictions and we were impressed when they understood our pescatarian preference. We asked about local wine choices and the owner brought us a selection that he then described in detail and had us quite excited to try the Celsius Cabernet Sauvignon. It was so good we found some to bring home.
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| Maltese Wine Celsius |
Lunch was a long lovely affair with mostly local ingredients that were fresh, well prepared and lovingly served.
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| Gozo Cheese, Olives, Peppers and Eggplant, Tomato Tapenade |
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| Mushroom Lentil Soup |
The Octopus and Fish were very fresh and simply prepared.
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| Octopus |
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| Sea Bream |
I recommend Legligin. It was memorable, good value and the food highlight of Malta.
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