La Vela Msida – Second Visit

If I had to name a favourite restaurant right now, it will definitely be La Vela. I have been twice so far, and I must admit that the overall experience on both occasions was very satisfactory. Date of Second Visit: 10/06/2010 for dinner No of Victims: writer and 11 friends Verdict: Thumbs...

July 8th, 2010 | Restaurants | Read More

I Monelli Paceville – Second visit

In my opinion here they serve the best pizza on the island. The dough is exceptional and does not make you feel bloated after finishing off a whole pizza. Pizzas are loaded with just the right amount of fresh and finest Italian ingredients. It had to be I Monelli when my group of friends were looking...

July 8th, 2010 | Restaurants | Read More

Tarragon Restaurant, St Paul’s Bay

This Maltese restaurant situated at the edge of the inlet of St.Paul’s bay is idea to enjoy a splendid view onto this well know bay in Malta. Finding this restaurant is easy, especially for the locals but parking is a headache! Inside the décor is nothing to speak of, it is all dark wood (mahogany)...

April 14th, 2010 | Restaurants | Read More

I Monelli, Paceville

Date of Last Visit: Wednesday 17/02/2010 for dinner No of Victims: writer and two guests The Damage: EUR 66 The Entrance: I must say that whoever designed this restaurant did a superb job. From the deep fried 'doughnuts' moment you walk up the five/six stairs and enter through the automatic...

February 18th, 2010 | Restaurants | Read More

Ristorante La Vela, Pieta

Date of Last Visit: Saturday 6th February for lunch No of Victims: 10 The Damage: set menu of EUR 30 each (excluding beverages) The Restaurant: It was relatively easy to park at the Msida Marina, where La Vela is situated. Once you enter the front door, you will find yourself in a cosy decorated...

February 18th, 2010 | Restaurants | Read More

Madrid – A city in Transition

With the financial crisis taking its toll on almost everyone this year, I had already waved goodbye to the prospect of having my yearly holiday abroad. Gran Via Once you get habituated to travelling it kind of becomes addictive, therefore I just couldn’t accept it! Financial crisis or not I ended up...

January 8th, 2010 | Spain, Travel | Read More

Trattoria Palazz, Valletta

Date of Last Visit: Sunday 13th December 2009…for lunch No of Victims: writer + guest The Damage: total of EUR 77 (Tuna carpaccio – EUR 10.48; Pasta – EUR 8.57; Main dish for two – EUR 35) A bit of History: The restaurant is situated in what used to be part of the cellar of...

December 16th, 2009 | Restaurants | Read More

Buffalo Bill Steakhouse Portomaso

I keep a close watch on this heart of mine; I keep my eyes wide open all the time; I keep the ends out for the tie that binds; Because you’re mine, I walk the line, I walk the line — and here I m referring to Johnny Cash’s famous track amongst others of his that were played that evening…over...

December 11th, 2009 | Restaurants | Read More

Don Berto – Vittoriosa Waterfront, Vittoriosa

Date of Last Visit: Tuesday 01st December 2009 No of victims: Five The Damage: EUR 26 each (but only one bottle of wine and no liquors) The Entrance: This is one of those restaurants that I have until the date of visit ….underestimated! ok…but now I take it all back and blame it on the grapevine! ...

December 11th, 2009 | Restaurants | Read More

Guzé – Ta’ Xbiex Marina

Date of Last Visit: Wednesday 09th December 2009 No of victims: 5 The Damage: EUR 17 each The Ambience: A tranquil atmosphere greets you as soon as you step inside the restaurant and to emphasize this set up there are the spectacular Valletta bastions. The Service: Service is good and prompt. ...

December 10th, 2009 | Restaurants | Read More