Easter Greetings from us here at Colours of Malta
‘’Once you’ve been through tough times, you can only become stronger.’’ Alesha Dixon May the renewal of life at Easter, bring new blessings of love, hope, peace, good health and happiness to you and your loved ones. May you embrace the changes we are facing only with positive energy and bounce back bigger and […]
Holy Week and Easter in Malta
Typically, Easter celebrations in Malta last a long few days and have a strong religious significance also know as Holy Week. The celebrations begin the Friday preceding Good Friday when a statue of Our Lady of Sorrows is carried in a procession through the streets of Valletta, the capital, as well as many other small […]
Malta Must Knows
Valletta – The Capital City, a city built by the Order of the Knights of St John and HOME TO St Johns co Cathedral and the Caravaggio Museum Birgu – well known for its vital role in the Great Siege of Malta of 1565 Mnajdra and Hagar Qim Megalithic Sites (Qrendi) – World Heritage Sites […]
The Maltese cross
What is the Maltese cross? The Maltese cross is a symbol that is most commonly associated with the Knights of Malta ,who ruled the Maltese islands between 1530 and 1798. The Maltese cross is nowadays widely used and associated with Malta as a country, used by the national airline Air Malta as part of its […]
Spring in Malta
The season of blooming flowers, mild evenings and religious celebrations. Spring in Malta is the time of undeniable beauty. The sea is still too cold for swimming but exceptionally calm. The trees are getting greener and the blossoms are all out. It’s the start of the al fresco dining season and ideal weather for any […]
One of Gozo’s most instagrammable spots
L-Għar tal-Mixta sits overlooking the beautiful red sands of Ramla l-Ħamra, on the opposite side of the iconic Calypso Cave on the island of Gozo. This cave, secluded and far off the beaten track can be reached by trekking north of the ancient town of Nadur. By following a small rock-covered path and negotiating a […]
High End Fashion from the Maltese Islands
Charles & Ron is a contemporary lifestyle brand with a distinct Mediterranean flair and a dedication to superior quality. Maltese culture is at the heart of the Charles & Ron design ethic and the designers invite you to be part of their Mediterranean “love affair”. Charles & Ron feature on an international level with fashion […]
The Famous Maltese Ġbejna
Ġbejna (plural ġbejniet) are cheeselets made in the Maltese Islands from goat’s or sheep’s milk. They are prepared and served in a variety of forms: pickled, salted, peppered, covered in herbs, dried or plain, fresh cheeselets. Legend has it that sea water was used as a curdling agent for these cheeselets. The ġbejna is a […]
Snapshots from Carnival 2020
The Maltese Carnival 2020 was celebrated over five days until last Sunday and was described as a resounding success with over 60,000 people attending the parades in the Capital City, Valletta. These were marked by the customary colourful floats and thousands of children and adults alike, dressed up in fancy costumes. One could often hear […]
Michelin Malta
The Michelin Guide was first published in 1900 by the Michelin tire company as a guide to help French motorists find lodging on the road. Over the decades, the guide has far surpassed its humble origins to become the final word in fine dining. Not only has Malta been finally included in the Michelin Guide […]