Blog: Culture & Food
Potatoes in Malta: History, Farming Traditions and Local Flavours
Simple yet deeply rooted in Maltese culture, the potato occupies a special place in Malta’s culinary and agricultural heritage.
Discover the Story Behind Caravaggio’s Two Masterpieces in Malta
Hidden inside St John’s Co-Cathedral in Valletta are two of the most extraordinary works ever painted by Caravaggio.
MALTESE ODYSSEYS AT THE DATRIS FOUNDATION
Exploring migration, memory and cultural heritage, the exhibition features two artists connected to Malta — French sculptor Denis Pondruel and Maltese artist Austin Camilleri — whose works reveal the island’s depth within the wider Mediterranean story.
Olive Growing in Malta: Discover the History of Maltese Olive Oil
Olive trees, ancestral symbols of the Mediterranean, imbue the Maltese archipelago with a thousand years of history and a vibrant culture.
Tomatoes in Malta: Local Production, Varieties and Culinary Traditions
Malta produces around 10,900 tons of tomatoes per year, making tomatoes one of the island’s most important agricultural products.
Where Souvenirs Tell a Story: Malta’s Craft Revival
In Malta, artisans are reviving authentic souvenirs, offering handmade alternatives to mass tourism’s generic trinkets.