Bernard Grech Visits Soup Kitchen Ahead Of Independence Day

Sep 19 2023

Opposition Leader Bernard Grech visited the Soup Kitchen in Valletta ahead of Independence Day, and met the various workers and volunteers who contribute to the initiative.

The Nationalist Party leader urged people to try to understand the suffering of those around us and, if possible, provide refuge for those in need.

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Grech drew attention to the news that was reported in December 2022, which showed 91% of those who use the Soup Kitchen are Maltese. The Soup Kitchen provides food for 140 persons everyday, whilst also helping those who do not have a roof over their head or any access to electricity.

The Franciscan Friars behind the Soup Kitchen were awarded the 2023 European CItizen’s Prize, after having been nominated by MEP David Casa.

Bernard Grech was joined by MPs and spokespersons Graziella Galea, Albert Buttigieg and Ivan Bartolo.

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Adrian Portelli Ends European Tour With McLaren P1 In Gozo

Sep 19 2023

After news broke that Gozitan-Australian millionaire Adrian Portelli was on the Maltese islands along with his prestigious hypercar McLaren P1, he posted to Instagram to end his European tour on his home island of Gozo.

Posing alongside his car, Portelli described this as one of the best experiences of his life.

‘Admittedly, I’ve become slightly desensitised when buying a new car. It doesn’t hit the same as it would’ve when I was younger.’

‘I am an incredibly nostalgic person so for me it’s more about creating memories to build a connection with my cars which is why I chose to take the P1 around Europe with me.’

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He explained how he went from ‘Germany to London, Saint Tropez to Monte Carlo, across the border to Italy from north to south (Positano, Milan, Monza F1, Bologna, Pisa, Rome, The Amalfi Coast & Sicily), across to Malta and the final stop – Gozo’.

Following his return home, Portelli will be returning to Melbourne, Australia, where he had rose to more fame after buying the most expensive apartment in the city and then lifting his $3 million car up to its 57th floor parking spot.

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Shaun Farrugia Teases Collaboration With Sidemen’s Vikkstar123

Sep 19 2023

After the massive hype surrounding the YouTube giant group Sidemen spending some time in Malta, most likely for Vikram’s wedding, Shaun Farrugia teased a possible collaboration with the aforementioned member.

Vikram Singh Barn, otherwise known as VIkkstar123, also has a passion for music and DJ-ing, apart from his career as a streamer and Youtube personality.

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And who would be better to collaborate with the star than Malta’s very own Shaun Farrugia, who has been working with International artists non-stop, most notably Martin Garrix.

Shaun posted a story to Instagram in the studio with Vikram and Frank Nobel, a music producer, as they potentially work on a new track together.

What do you think? Will we be seeing a collaboration between the two?

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Silver & Bronze For 3 Farsons Beers In International Challenge

Sep 19 2023

Three beers brewed by the Farsons Brewery have once again been awarded silver and bronze medals in this year’s edition of the International Beer Challenge (IBC) Tasting Awards.

Cisk Lager and Cisk Excel Low-Carbohydrate Lager have been awarded Bronze and Silver respectively in the Lagers category, whilst Blue Label Ale, from the Farsons Classic Brews range, was awarded Bronze in the Ales Category.

The IBC Tasting Awards are established through a rigorous judging process – a highly controlled setting of blind tastings by panels of more than 70 respected and experienced industry experts ranging from retailers, importers, publicans, brewers, writers and flavour analysts.

“Being recognized and awarded by a prestigious international competition as is the IBC is an outstanding achievement and our brewers remain proud and resolute in their unwavering commitment to consistently delivering quality beers,” commented Mr Eugenio Caruana, Chief Operations Officer at Simonds Farsons Cisk plc.

Being a part of the IBC carries with it numerous significant benefits. Not only does the competition acknowledge the skill of the brewer, but an IBC medal is an internationally recognised symbol of quality.

Samples of cans, bottles and mini kegs are delivered to the judging area in groups of numbered tasting glasses to ensure the accuracy of the blind tasting. Each judge will assess products and aim at rewarding a well-made, interesting beer that deserves to be consumed. The variety of the beer is selected by the entrant and verified by the table captains. Each beer is blind tasted and awarded a Bronze, Silver or Gold for its aroma, appearance, taste and finish or in some cases, no medal is awarded if the level is not achieved.

This year’s competition saw entrants from more than 30 countries, not just from brewing heartlands such as the UK, Germany, Belgium, the US and the Czech Republic, but also from emerging beer nations such as Bolivia, Paraguay, South Korea, Taiwan and Mongolia. 40 beers won gold medals, 130 won silver, while 188 won bronze.

Mr Michael Farrugia, Deputy Chief Executive (Beverage Business) at Simonds Farsons Cisk plc, said, “Our portfolio of beers has garnered several prestigious international awards over the years, and these latest awards from the IBC reinforce the pride not only of our brewers, but that of our entire workforce, especially when considering that we are competing with global brands. It is indeed a testament to true quality and consistency.”

The Cisk and Classic Brews range of beers are brewed, marketed and distributed by Simonds Farsons Cisk plc.

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