Unforgettable Flavors of Sliema

Sliema seems to be out of this world with its sunlit streets, gorgeous houses and azure bays. Are you ready to explore its thriving gastro culture with Eatagram?

Sliema, with its prime location on the Mediterranean coast, beckons foodies from all over the world with its pristine beaches and unparalleled cuisine.

Seafood is a staple of Malta’s culinary heritage. Local recipes of prawns, octopus and sea bream have been proudly passed down through generations. In Sliema, traditional Maltese techniques like grilling or stewing with local herbs and olive oil are widely used in all restaurants.

So, what to taste first as you’ve just landed in Malta? Start with pastizzi, flaky pastries with a ricotta cheese or mushy peas filling. Or go with ftira, a dense bread with tomatoes, olives, capers, and tuna on top. They literally melt in your mouth! Be sure to accompany your meal with a glass of Malta's iconic bitter-sweet Kinnie.

If you’re craving international specialties, Sliema is your personal culinary paradise. You’ll find restaurants serving Italian, Asian, and Indian food. Luxuriate in Italian pizzas and risottos, Japanese sushi, and Indian curries, British fish and chips, American burgers.

For those with a sweet tooth, local coffee shops offer an array of delicacies. take a chance to try the iconic Maltese honey rings called qagħaq tal-għasel, and crispy Maltese cannoli called tal-Irkotta. Pair your dessert with a cup of aromatic coffee and let the world go by!

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