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⁾