Fenek is a traditional Maltese dish made with rabbit. It's often stewed in wine, garlic, and tomatoes and served as a hearty meal. 1)
Pastizzi are savory pastries filled with ricotta cheese or a pea mixture. They are popular street food in Malta and are enjoyed throughout the day. 2)
Ħobż biż-żejt is a classic Maltese snack made from crusty bread, olive oil, tomatoes, capers, olives, and tuna or anchovies. 3)
Similar to the Italian cannoli, Maltese cannoli are crispy pastry tubes filled with sweet ricotta cheese and often adorned with candied fruit. 4)
Lampuki, or mahi-mahi, is a popular fish in Malta. It's often cooked in a tomato-based sauce and baked with potatoes. 5)
Gbejniet are small cheeselets made from goat's or sheep's milk. They can be eaten fresh or sun-dried and are often served with salads or on their own. 6)
Timpana is a traditional Maltese pasta dish resembling a baked macaroni pie. It's made with pasta, a tomato-based meat sauce, and sometimes hard-boiled eggs. 7)
Bragioli are beef olives, consisting of thin slices of beef wrapped around a mixture of breadcrumbs, bacon, and herbs, then simmered in tomato sauce. 8)
Qassatat are savory pastries filled with a mixture of ricotta cheese and spinach, peas, or anchovies. 9)
Fried rabbit (fenek moqli) is a popular dish in Malta, often served with a side of fries and enjoyed in local restaurants. 10)
Figolla is a traditional Maltese Easter pastry made from almond paste and covered with icing. They come in various shapes, often reflecting Christian symbols. 11)
Imqarrun il-forn is a baked macaroni dish with a rich cheese sauce, often topped with breadcrumbs for added crunch. 12)
Cisk Lager is Malta's popular local beer, often enjoyed with traditional Maltese dishes. 13)
Soppa tal-armla is a traditional Maltese vegetable soup, made with seasonal vegetables, garlic, and herbs. 14)
Maltese cuisine is a delightful blend of Mediterranean flavors and local traditions, with dishes like pastizzi, fenek, and lampuki showcasing the island's culinary heritage. 15)