Eating AUTHENTIC MALTESE FOOD in VALLETTA | Malta Food Tour - 10 Foods & Drinks You MUST Try!
Eating AUTHENTIC MALTESE FOOD in VALLETTA | Malta Food Tour - 10 Foods & Drinks You MUST Try!
Notable moments
- 00:52 Visit George Zammit Spice Shop
The host explores George Zammit Spice Shop (Tal-Hwawar), a historic family-run spice store in Valletta. He highlights its extensive array of aromatic spices and describes a unique 12-spice blend meant to be boiled with red wine to clear cooking odors.
George Zammit Spice Shop, Valletta, Malta - 01:28 Taste traditional Maltese Pea Pastizzi
At Il-Gifen cafe, the presenter tastes pastizzi, Malta's famous savory pastry filled with mushy peas. He explains the culinary history of the dish and demonstrates eating it warm by hand alongside a hot cup of tea.
Il-Gifen, Valletta, Malta - 02:35 Drink traditional Te fit-tazza
The host sips Te fit-tazza, traditional Maltese black tea served in a clear glass with sweet evaporated milk. He explains how 19th-century British influence introduced tea drinking to Malta and established the tradition of using canned milk.
Il-Gifen, Valletta, Malta - 03:48 Explore historic Museum Cafe
The presenter stops at Museum Cafe, a vintage establishment founded in 1921 along Merchant Street. He admires the retro decor and extensive collection of vintage British toys and memorabilia displayed in glass cases.
Museum Cafe, Valletta, Malta - 04:07 Try Kinnie soda and Ftira biz-zejt
Outside Museum Cafe, the host drinks Kinnie, Malta's signature bittersweet bittersweet orange and aromatic herb soda. He pairs it with Ftira biz-zejt, a crusty Maltese sourdough sandwich stuffed with tuna, tomatoes, capers, and fresh olives.
Museum Cafe, Valletta, Malta - 05:10 Dine at King's Own Band Club
The host enters the King's Own Band Club, a traditional social venue on Republic Street favored by local residents. He points out historical photos of past club presidents and classical architecture before taking a seat for a traditional lunch.
King's Own Band Club, Valletta, Malta - 07:07 Sample traditional Maltese Rabbit Stew
The presenter dines on traditional Maltese rabbit stew served with peas and rich gravy at King's Own Band Club. He demonstrates eating the tender, fall-off-the-bone meat by hand as local tradition dictates.
King's Own Band Club, Valletta, Malta - 08:08 Taste treats at Chocolate District
The host descends into Chocolate District, an artisan boutique in Valletta specializing in local cacao creations. He browses chocolates infused with Maltese sea salt and peppered cheeselet before tasting a warm shot of chocolate liqueur.
Chocolate District, Valletta, Malta - 11:05 Learn about traditional Maltese balconies
Walking through Valletta's limestone streets, the guide explains the history of Malta's iconic enclosed wooden balconies, called gallarija. Derived from North African design, they allowed resident women to view street activity without being seen.
Valletta, Malta - 12:04 Rooftop views at Le Cin5
The host visits the open-air rooftop terrace at Le Cin5 atop the Castille Hotel. He takes in sweeping views across the grand harbour, fortified ramparts, and neighboring historic towns while enjoying cactus liqueur and date fritters.
Castille Hotel, Valletta, Malta
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