Hugo’s Burger Bar accelerates growth with major Qormi diner and drive thru

May 29, 2026
by BN Writer

The 150-seat diner and drive thru in Qormi, Hugo’s Burger Bar marks a new phase for Hugo's Group

Association of Catering Establishments welcomes proposed €30 million fund for restaurants

May 7, 2026
by Robert Fenech

While many industries benefit from funding schemes, restaurant owners typically shell out the money required from their own pockets

Finance Minister: Average restaurant pays just €4,500 in Corporate Tax annually

October 21, 2025
by Adel Montanaro

Minister Caruana addressed calls from the catering industry to reduce the VAT rate on restaurant services from 18% to 7%

Making corporate Christmas events count: Expert tips from Corinthia Caterers

September 4, 2025
by BN Writer

As Malta’s businesses gear up for the festive season, Corinthia Caterers is redefining corporate Christmas events into curated experiences

Malta’s contemporary Japanese restaurant Aki to launch in London this September

July 8, 2025
by Sam Vassallo

The London venue is a Grade II-listed former bank, a stone’s throw from Oxford Circus

Mandatory skills pass for Maltese and EU nationals deferred for a year

July 1, 2025
by Sam Vassallo

The skills pass remains obligatory for third country nationals

‘How about a future where food in Malta is something to take pride in, at every level?’ – Joeaby Vassallo

March 27, 2025
by Sam Vassallo

Being so spoilt for choice is one thing – but does it reflect in quality?

‘Not like we are asking for diplomas in French cuisine…’ – restaurateurs voice support for skills card

November 14, 2023
by Robert Fenech

The proposed skills card aims to improve Malta’s tourism offering

There are (relatively) more restaurants in Malta than in New York, Paris or London

September 27, 2023
by Robert Fenech

In number of restaurants against market size, Malta tops global list

Labour costs make up a quarter of restaurant expenses

September 25, 2023
by Robert Fenech

High costs mean that margins are thin in the sector

Local chef patrons share their thoughts: Chef Letizia Vella

August 26, 2023
by BN Writer

The Chef Patron at The Golden Fork believes the modern-day restaurant has evolved into more than a place to eat

Subway to be bought by Roark Capital in reported $9 billion transaction

August 25, 2023
by Robert Fenech

Roark Capital owns several other popular franchise brands, like Baskin-Robbins and Dunkin’ Donuts

Local chef patrons share their thoughts: Chef Jonathan Brincat

August 20, 2023
by BN Writer

For the Chef Patron at Valletta’s Michelin starred Noni, ‘being a chef and a restaurateur is all about passion’

Local chef patrons share their thoughts: Chef Michele Zahra

August 6, 2023
by BN Writer

Despite challenges related to the pandemic and rising costs, Azar's Chef Michele Zahra is optimistic for the future

Local chef patrons share their thoughts: Chef Andrew Vella

July 29, 2023
by BN Writer

Rebekah's Chef Andrew Vella cites the recent trend of no-shows as another industry challenge

Hugo’s Burger Bar accelerates growth with major Qormi diner and drive thru

May 29, 2026
by BN Writer

The 150-seat diner and drive thru in Qormi, Hugo’s Burger Bar marks a new phase for Hugo's Group

Association of Catering Establishments welcomes proposed €30 million fund for restaurants

May 7, 2026
by Robert Fenech

While many industries benefit from funding schemes, restaurant owners typically shell out the money required from their own pockets

Finance Minister: Average restaurant pays just €4,500 in Corporate Tax annually

October 21, 2025
by Adel Montanaro

Minister Caruana addressed calls from the catering industry to reduce the VAT rate on restaurant services from 18% to 7%

Making corporate Christmas events count: Expert tips from Corinthia Caterers

September 4, 2025
by BN Writer

As Malta’s businesses gear up for the festive season, Corinthia Caterers is redefining corporate Christmas events into curated experiences

Malta’s contemporary Japanese restaurant Aki to launch in London this September

July 8, 2025
by Sam Vassallo

The London venue is a Grade II-listed former bank, a stone’s throw from Oxford Circus

Mandatory skills pass for Maltese and EU nationals deferred for a year

July 1, 2025
by Sam Vassallo

The skills pass remains obligatory for third country nationals

‘How about a future where food in Malta is something to take pride in, at every level?’ – Joeaby Vassallo

March 27, 2025
by Sam Vassallo

Being so spoilt for choice is one thing – but does it reflect in quality?

‘Not like we are asking for diplomas in French cuisine…’ – restaurateurs voice support for skills card

November 14, 2023
by Robert Fenech

The proposed skills card aims to improve Malta’s tourism offering

There are (relatively) more restaurants in Malta than in New York, Paris or London

September 27, 2023
by Robert Fenech

In number of restaurants against market size, Malta tops global list

Labour costs make up a quarter of restaurant expenses

September 25, 2023
by Robert Fenech

High costs mean that margins are thin in the sector

Local chef patrons share their thoughts: Chef Letizia Vella

August 26, 2023
by BN Writer

The Chef Patron at The Golden Fork believes the modern-day restaurant has evolved into more than a place to eat

Subway to be bought by Roark Capital in reported $9 billion transaction

August 25, 2023
by Robert Fenech

Roark Capital owns several other popular franchise brands, like Baskin-Robbins and Dunkin’ Donuts

Local chef patrons share their thoughts: Chef Jonathan Brincat

August 20, 2023
by BN Writer

For the Chef Patron at Valletta’s Michelin starred Noni, ‘being a chef and a restaurateur is all about passion’

Local chef patrons share their thoughts: Chef Michele Zahra

August 6, 2023
by BN Writer

Despite challenges related to the pandemic and rising costs, Azar's Chef Michele Zahra is optimistic for the future

Local chef patrons share their thoughts: Chef Andrew Vella

July 29, 2023
by BN Writer

Rebekah's Chef Andrew Vella cites the recent trend of no-shows as another industry challenge