Pink lamingtons are soft and fluffy sponge cakes soaked in jelly and covered with coconut. Originally from Australia this treat has found it’s way to Malta were it’s found at every bakery. While growing up in Malta my mum used…
Sun-dried Tomato and Spinach Pasta
A mixture of saltiness and sweetness makes this sun-dried tomato and spinach pasta dish a must try! If you want something light and easy but packed with tons of flavour, this has to be your go to recipe! In your…
Leek, Mushroom and Feta Hand Pies
These leek, mushroom and feta hand pies are the perfect treat to have on hand during the cold winter months. A flaky pie dough filled with leeks, mushrooms and feta, baked into a perfectly golden pie. Ideal to start the…
Peppered Ġbejna braided bread
Peppered ġbejna bread is a pillowy soft bread with a light crunchy crust that is filled with tangy peppered Maltese cheese. Since I’ve recently travelled to Malta to spend some time with my close family, I made it also a…
Soppa tal-Armla (Widow’s Soup)
A traditional Maltese hearty comforting soup made with fresh vegetables. In the soppa tal-armla it is customary to add eggs and the popular Maltese cheese ġbejna at the end. During winter, this soup is a staple which every household makes…
Za’atar cheese melts
These za’atar cheese melts are the ultimate finger food appetizer, with a flavourful tangy and herbal taste. During this time of year, every excuse is good to gather around the table and serve as much food as we can, even…
Maltese Christmas Log
Dense and chewy traditional Maltese Christmas log, made from crushed biscuits, a mix of nuts, chocolate and candied cherries. One of my ultimate favourite Christmas treats has to be the Maltese Christmas Log. Every year, during the month of December…
Eggnog Cupcakes
Spiced delicate and fluffy eggnog cupcakes topped up with a creamy and rich frosting that fills you up with Christmas cheer. I discovered eggnog the same year I discovered Pinterest, in 2012. However, I only managed to taste it for…
Chocolate Orange Christmas Star Bread
This chocolate orange Christmas star bread is ready for your holiday celebrations. A zesty soft and fluffy dough hugs the delicate chocolate spread in this pull apart star bread. If you are looking for the ideal dessert or even breakfast…
Apple Cider Crullers
A perfect fall treat! These apple cider crullers are fried soft and flavourful choux pastry dipped in a light apple cider glaze for that extra taste. In the past year, I have been diving deep into food instagram and discovering…
Mini Chocolate Peanut Fudge Tarts
Fudgey chocolate tarts with a sweet nutty taste. These mini tarts are an ideal light dessert with no added sugar. We’re in the season for warm and cosy recipes, which makes us constantly use the oven and enjoying sweet treats…
Traditional Maltese Bigilla and Galletti
Bigilla is a perfect savoury spicy dried broad bean dip, that is best enjoyed with these light and crispy traditional Maltese water crackers galletti. If you’ve ever been to Malta or know about Maltese cuisine, you’ve for sure must’ve heard…
