A select group of personalities, broadcasters, journalists, and publishers enjoyed an exceptional culinary evening hosted by the Federation for Hunting and Conservation – Malta (FKNK).

The event featured a game-tasting menu inspired by recipes from the book Game Recipes from Malta.

This unique publication, the only one of its kind in the Maltese Islands, offers a collection of traditional hunting recipes, some previously unpublished, along with contributions from some of the country’s top chefs. These dishes, originally found in hunters’ family kitchens, have now made their way to the menus of some of Malta’s finest restaurants.

The event was part of Game Meat Week, celebrated across Europe under the auspices of FACE (European Federation for Hunting and Conservation). The week highlights food sourced from hunting, with hunters’ organisations from various European countries participating to promote this tradition.

FKNK President Lucas Micallef expressed his gratitude to those attending and shared the inspiration behind the publication. “Food is a universal language that transcends borders, cultures, and languages.

The culinary traditions of each region reflect its heritage, and by sharing these, we foster better understanding,” said Micallef. He also emphasised that this event was the first of its kind organised by the FKNK, underscoring the significance of food as a celebration of cultural diversity.

Micallef highlighted the FKNK’s commitment to sustainability, noting the organisation’s work with other groups focused on preserving Malta’s rural environment.

He also mentioned that the FKNK’s Barn Owl reintroduction project had received a European award, showcasing the group’s dedication to conservation. The book Game Recipes from Malta is available for purchase at leading bookstores and the FKNK office.

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