So this is where I confess my sins… right? People say how difficult it is, and others are praising what we are doing through opting to restrict ourselves to eat 100% local for an entire month. People like to see all or nothing, these challenges where people go all in. Whilst I love to do these things for myself, and… Read more →
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The Life of Food Waste – What Can We Do?
Well, what is food waste? When considering food waste, we must start by defining what it means, and why the word waste is used for food which is simply just not consumed for one reason or another – and why it is an issue? The word waste immediately implies that this is something negative. But why? Ok, so when food… Read more →
9: Biome Talks: Miriam Dalli | Episode #9
Miriam Dalli is a Member of the European Parliament. She is the Head of the Maltese Labour Party Delegation and Vice President of the Socialists and Democrats Group. Through the European Green Deal, she is working on a sustainable future for all through … Read more →
8: Biome Talks: Benjamin Arrigo | Episode #8
Benjamin is an avid urban gardener who has transformed his roof in Sliema to absolute paradise! Join us as we go in depth on how he has done this, what you can do to transform your roof as well – and digging a bit more into other modern ways of farming s… Read more →
Purslane Pesto Recipe!
Friends of the Earth Malta is working hard to get to YOU an amazing guide that will get you more in touch with nature, informed on what Malta has to offer in terms of nature, connected with your food, and cooking healthy and delicious meals while you are at it! Until then, let’s get cooking! Purslane is easily found in… Read more →
What is Metabolic Syndrome? How to Treat or Prevent It
what is metabolic syndrome? and how to treat or prevent it Read more →
7: Biome Talks: Rachelle Muschamp | Episode #7
Rachelle Muschamp is an inspiring woman who has a diverse history and array of interests, from being in the Army, being a chef, restaurant manager, DJ, and Entrepreneur. Rachelle has her own past with anxiety and panic attacks, and has found various tool… Read more →
Why Everyone in Malta Should Eat a Mediterranean Diet!
Well first of all… we’re in the Mediterranean! Through consuming what grows naturally around us, we can better the health of both us, and of the environment. We are fortunate here in Malta that fresh produce grows 365 days a year. It is incredibly accessible, yet people are instead choosing to eat pastries and heavily processed foods – which is… Read more →
6: Biome Talks: Martina Camilleri | Episode #6
Martina Camilleri is a young Maltese woman with a passion for understanding the psychology of food. After having her own problematic experiences with food, and her degree in Psychology, she gained a deeper interest in the subject. She has her own company… Read more →
What is the Mediterranean Diet?
The Mediterranean diet is a diet specific to the region of the Mediterranean, and what is locally grown and produced. Most commonly this is thought of as the diet that was seen in Greece and Italy in the 1960’s. However, this is still relevant to what is locally grown in the region, though unfortunately, these regions now also see significant… Read more →