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Chef's Pantry
from The Summer Issue
Making the Cut
Summer is here and BBQ season is in full swing! We've got a selection of some of the best sources for quality meat, fresh fish and pre-prepared BBQ goods on the island. From local to imported meat, organic and free-range – these butchers and fish mongers have all the goods you need for a top notch Summer BBQ feast.
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Purveyors of Superior Meat
Brass&Knuckle is a stylish ‘counter to table’ concept restaurant run by trend-setting 7th generation Butchery & Delicatessen experts. The produce is sourced from the most sought after suppliers from around the world and carefully curated in a pared back menu, designed to highlight quality and authentic taste of premium cuts at affordable prices.
Brass&Knuckle also served as a one stop BBQ shop, offering raw and cooked BBQ platters with rustic sides, at great prices!
5 Triq L-Oratorju, In-Naxxar, Malta. E: info@brassandknuckle.com T: +356 2722 2722
Winter Opening Hrs: 10:00 - 15:00 & 17:00 - 23:00 Summer Opening Hrs: 17:00 - 23:00 Weekend 10:00 - 23:00
(left) Brass&Knuckle Raw BBQ Pack 6 Including 2x Angus Ribeye of 250g, Marinated BBQ Chicken Wings with a side of Potato Salad, Couscous and Corn on the Cob. Price 35.50eu
CHEF'S PANTRY
Victory Butcher – Delicatessen
Victory Butcher is centrally located in the heart of bustling Naxxar. With years of experience and a reputation for quality service, the team at Victory Butcher continue to provide customers with a vast variety of daily fresh meats, homemade products, deli items and every day needs.
1, Victory Butcher, Toni Bajada Square, Naxxar T: 2141 0292, E: info@victorybutcher.com W: www.facebook.com/victory.butcher
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 07:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 14:00
Ta' Paris - More than just a butcher
Ta' Paris have tailored their service to adapt for their customers needs and constantly work towards providing better quality and fresher produce. From classic cuts of meats to pre-mixed marinades for BBQs, events and parties - Ta Paris butcher caters to all.
Ta' Paris butcher, 19, Triq Ic Cezalpina, Ta' Paris, Birkirkara, Malta T: 2149 2065, E: info@taparisbutcher.com W: www.taparisbutcher.com
Opening Hours: 08:00 - 12:00 and 16:30 - 19:00
Bottarga Gourmet Fish Shop
Owned by Chef Saviour Deguara, Bottarga is situated in the picturesque village of Balzan. Whether you are a fish lover or simply too busy to prepare a good meal, their team of chefs are on hand to assist you. Every day, they serve the freshest fish on the market which they take pride in choosing personally, to ensure on delivering the best available fish to customers. From the display counters one can choose whole, filleted, smoked, marinated, stuffed fish or other freshly prepared dishes that can be easily cooked at home.
Save Time. Shop & Pay Online W: bottarga.com.mt
Opening Hrs: Tuesday - Friday: 9:00 - 18:00 Saturday: 9:00 - 14:00
Cassar Gourmet Fish Shop
At Cassar's Gourmet Fish Shop you can find local, imported, wild or farmed fish, frozen items, shellfish and other complementary products. Each morning the fish counter is restocked with a wide range of fresh fish depending on the local fish landings being available from the fishermen and season availability. The fish display is often shared on Facebook to notify their customers the catch of the day from the sea. Chef Shane Cassar who provides cooking methods, to staff members who know exactly every detail about each fish type, everthing they do is about improving their customer’s experience and pass on their knowledge.
266, Triq il-Kbira, Mellieha, Malta T: +356 7920 0452 Opening Hrs: Tuesday - Friday 08:00 - 18:30 Saturday 08:00 - 15:00 & Sunday 8:00 - 12:00
Sunnara gourmet fish shop situated in Naxxar, with the aim of presenting its customers with superior quality fresh fish and gourmet products. In just two years, they have already established a cohort of esteemed clientele who value the company’s consistency in the quality of products and services offered. The owners were able to establish an alliance with local fisherman who offer quality fresh fish on a daily basis. Furthermore, through the owners’ expertise and experiences working as a chefs in various local and international businesses, they were able to create meticulously homemade gourmet products, with a resolute commitment to the highest- quality ingredients.
Sunnara Gourmet Fish Shop 21st September avenue (next to local council) Naxxar
T: 2099 9612 - E: info@sunnara.shop Opening Hrs: Monday - Friday 08:30 - 19:00 Saturday 8:30 - 14:00 & Sunday 8:30 - 11:30
At Mareblu Gourmet fish shop
Here you can find an array of daily fresh and frozen fish as well as live shellfish, and ready-tocook homemade gourmet dishes. More than just a fish shop - Mareblu also caters for BBQ and party essentials including delicious goods from the delicatessen counter and flaked or cubed ice!
Mareblu Gourmet Fish Shop, 26, Triq Tal-Gonna, Iz-Zurrieq, Malta T: 9946 4440
Opening Hrs: Tuesday - Friday 07:00 - 12:30 & 16:00 - 19:00 , Saturday 07:00 - 13:30
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