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Culture for the people A medieval gem: Bir Miftuh Chapel 1,000 Fans & the Future Our Green and Pleasant Land Malta’s film-making brothers January is for marmalade oranges A Walk on the Wild Side Far from the madding crowds
 
Culture for the people

Culture for the people

If you thought cultural policies were something to do with China, you're wrong. Malta launches its new cultural policy in draft tomorrow at St James' Cavalier. Have your say on it online.

A medieval gem: Bir Miftuh Chapel

A medieval gem: Bir Miftuh Chapel

Baroque may dominate Malta, but medieval captivates. Bir Miftuh Chapel is an outstanding medieval building. Run by Din L-Art Helwa, a cultural heritage NGO, it's open the first Sunday of the month.

1,000 Fans & the Future

1,000 Fans & the Future

We turn one year old this week, and we've notched up 1,000 Facebook fans. We've learned to talk, now it's time to say thanks, listen and share.

Our Green and Pleasant Land

Our Green and Pleasant Land

The grass is always greener, it seems,when we travel. Antonio Anastasi feels that the saying may well be justified when it comes to our vision for the environment in Malta.

Malta’s film-making brothers

Malta’s film-making brothers

International film making there is in Malta, but rarely a Maltese making an international film. Talented brothers, Ramon & Alexis Mizzi, might just be changing that. Ramon tells their story so far...

January is for marmalade oranges

January is for marmalade oranges

Even if you're not a marmalade addict, you have to love Malta's bitter oranges as part of the islands' (horti-) cultural heritage. Brought here by 9th century Arabs, loved by 21st century British expats and Kinnie drinkers.

A Walk on the Wild Side

A Walk on the Wild Side

Malta treeless? Think again. Because there are some worthwhile pockets of woodland that might just surprise you. Mizieb in the North is one worth exploring.

Far from the madding crowds

Far from the madding crowds

Despite being one of the most crowded places in Europe, Malta still offers many places with space and natural beauty in winter.

‘Sex & the City’ on Islands in the Sun

‘Sex & the City’ on Islands in the Sun

07 February 2010

Some people think that in Malta, when it comes to media, the mainstream will always secure most attention. Daphne Caruana Galizia's blog is proving otherwise.

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Posted in Daily Life, Media & Communications, Opinion, People0 Comments

Smile, you’re in Gozo (for dental treatment?)

Smile, you’re in Gozo (for dental treatment?)

03 February 2010

Medical tourism in Malta. Now, dental tourism in Gozo. A new niche for Malta's sister island, and a new-found smile of confidence for those for seek dental treatment there. A patient-cum-journalist gives us her view.

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Posted in Business, Gozo, Health, Opinion1 Comment

Rainy Days & Monday’s News

Rainy Days & Monday’s News

01 February 2010

Reading the news over coffee in a Valletta cafe this morning, we wonder if it's last year's, this year's or even if it could be next year's - so predictable are the topics that surface and define Malta.

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Posted in Media & Communications, Opinion0 Comments

Swagger like sailor, curse like a Corsair!

Swagger like sailor, curse like a Corsair!

29 January 2010

Shivver me timbers! It's all knights, sailors and corsairs at the Maritime Museum in Birgu this Sunday, 31 January. Its 'Life at Sea' event includes a taste of C18th sailors' food and the chance to be face-painted as a corsair. A great day for kids!

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Posted in Arts & Culture, Birgu (Vittoriosa), Family, Kids, Museums0 Comments

Houses of character. You bet!

Houses of character. You bet!

28 January 2010

Thinking of renting a house of character in Malta or Gozo - a typical farmhouse? It's not all bougainvillea around the door! But get to know their character, and you'll probably be smitten though.

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Posted in Buying Property, Expats, Farmhouses, Rental Property, Stay2 Comments

Dates to holiday in Malta 2010

Dates to holiday in Malta 2010

26 January 2010

When to holiday in Malta is as important as why. We list key dates to plan for, or avoid like the plague! Divers, those with kids, seniors, students, culture vultures - whoever you are, we've tips to help you plan.

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Posted in Arrival, Arts & Culture, Events, Leisure0 Comments

Of Traffic Wardens, Parkers & Police

Of Traffic Wardens, Parkers & Police

23 January 2010

Driving in Malta may seem all over the place still, but don't be fooled. Traffic management control has hit the Islands' roads big time, and enforcement is the norm.

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Posted in Daily Life, Driving, Opinion1 Comment

Cloud-busting in Malta

Cloud-busting in Malta

21 January 2010

Forget summer. Winter in Malta has more spectacular landscapes. And all because of clouds. Therese Debono on her new winter pastime - cloud-busting photography.

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Posted in Countryside, Walking1 Comment

Carnival coming round again

Carnival coming round again

19 January 2010

Carnival is now a relatively orderly event with kids in mind and madcap creations to admire. History shows it as a time of excess, riotous revelry, licentiousness and acts that verged on the anti-religious! Now, should it go back to its roots?

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Posted in Events, Explore, Festivals, Kids0 Comments

Cultural pleasures for free

Cultural pleasures for free

15 January 2010

There's no excuse not to spend an hour or two on cultural pursuits when they come free courtesy of Palazzo Falson, Mdina. February's Food, Art, Wine lectures talk about 'erotic food' and the 'healthy' portrayal of wine through the ages in art. You get to sip, taste and sup a bit too!

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Posted in Arts & Culture, Events, Food, Mdina, Museums, Wine1 Comment

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