Mdina
Malta International Food Festival 2019 - Mdina
Mdina Ditch, Il-Foss tal-Imdina, Mdina
Food event
Food event

The Malta International Food Festival 

It's stretching even further - 5 days! A celebration of local & international culinary traditions, dining culture, innovation and artistry, the annual Malta International Food Festival beckons die-hard gourmands to savour international cuisines in every bite.

Malta’s old capital city Mdina will be hosting the 5th edition of the Malta International Food Festival between Wednesday 17th and Sunday 21st July 2019; 5 days of gastronomic alfresco eating and drinking, culture & history, as well as entertainment for everyone.

The festival has now gained traction in attracting local and international attention from thousands who have visited the festival to taste the food from many international cuisines. An average of 33,000 people attended the 2018 edition, with huge popularity ever increasing year after year among tourists. 

During this festival, patrons can indulge in freshly-prepared food. Desserts and surprises, together with live cooking shows and spectacles will complement the food areas. Visitors have the opportunity to get engaged with local and international brands and produce as various entities maximizes from such a platform in creating brand awareness, educate visitors and share the love through tasting, while being able to buy such products.

Patrons are entertained with live performances on 3 different stages offering the likes of Malta’s finest artists which shall complement to the atmosphere. Children will also have their share with activities and ongoing animation to their delight. 

What to expect:

100+ international chefs 

Live cooking shows

100+ international tasters & plates

Arts, Culture & History 

3 Entertainment stages

Brands promotions

Tasters

Exhibitors selling products

Children’s Area

Lounge area

Chill out Area

Prizes to be won


Dates
17th - 21st July 2019 18:00 - 12:00
Upcoming Events
Swieqi
24th April 2024
Save the date for the next mid-week Vintage Cruise!

Meet up
San Gwann
26th April 2024
Get ready to be swept away into a whirlwind of beats and boundless energy

Party
Munxar, Gozo
26th April 2024

Festival
Naxxar
26th, 27th & 28th April, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 10th & 12th May 2024

Theatre
Mosta
27th April 2024
Artemisia Fine Arts & Antiques

Open day
Valletta
28th April 2024
On the occassion of maltabiannale.art 2024

Music
Paola
28th April 2024
A chance to explore Malta’s prehistory with a special opening of Kordin III!

Open day
Victoria, Gozo
28th April 2024
Calling all scientists!

Festival
Xaghra
28th April 2024
Are you ready to run?

Race
Comino
28th April 2024
Explore the sea-sprayed secrets of the neighbouring island of Comino!

Trek
Siggiewi
28th April 2024
Ready for some adrenaline-pumping experience?

Abseiling
Victoria, Gozo
28th April - 16th June 2024

Exhibition
Kalkara
30th April 2024

Science Event
Mqabba
1st May 2024
Running for a Cause!

Race
Msida
1st May 2024
Calling all art enthusiasts, craft connoisseurs, and lovers of all things handmade!

Artisan Market
St Julian's
1st May 2024
Step by step we can make a difference!

Walk
Mgarr
1st May 2024
Ready for a fun packed day?

Festival
Sannat, Gozo
4th May 2024
Sip Wine and Enjoy!

Wine Festival
Valletta
5th May 2024

Film Screening
Valletta
9th - 12th May 2024
The 10th edition of the festival

Festival
San Gwann
10th May 2024
Liminoid is hosting London-based DJ and Producer BEADS!

Party
Birgu
10th May 2024
Stay over night at the Inquisitor's Palace

Historical event
Valletta
10th, 11th, 12th, 15th, 16th, 17th, 18th & 19th May 2024
The 1966 musical is coming to Malta!

Musical
Attard
12th May 2024

Thrifting Event
Hamrun
16th, 17th, 18th & 19th May 2024
A journey of self-discovery

Exhibition
Marsalforn, Gozo
17th May 2024
A unique musical fusion awaits!

Concert
Ghaxaq
17th May 2024
Immerse yourself in the magic of Italian music!

Concert
Ghaxaq
17th & 18th May 2024
Save the dates!

Music Festival
Various locations
17th - 25th May 2024

Music
Ghaxaq
18th May 2024
Pop Icon is set to light up Malta!

Concert
Victoria, Gozo
18th May 2024

Concert
San Gwann
18th May 2024
Get ready for a 6-Hour journey of fun!

Party
Pembroke
19th May 2024
A celebration of Life, Music and Colour!

Festival
Ghaxaq
24th May 2024
Reminisce the 90's tunes!

Concert
San Gwann
25th May 2024
Dance the night away!

Party
Zebbug
25th May 2024
Calling all iron maiden fans!

Concert
Iklin
25th - 26th May 2024

Festival
Iklin
30th May 2024
Calling all rock fans and glam enthusiasts!

Concert
Ta' Qali
31st May 2024
Come and see Malta's fast and growing artist AIDAN perform his hits!

Concert
Zebbug
6th June 2024
The Unforgettable 2000s + 10s hits!

Party
Ta' Qali
6th - 9th June 2024
Earth Garden is back!

Festival
Valletta
12th June 2024

Music
Valletta
14th - 23rd June 2024

Performance
Mgarr
15th June 2024
World Juggling Day Fest

Festival
Valletta
17th - 20th June 2024

Performance
Floriana
19th - 23rd June 2024
A wine extravaganza awaits!

Wine Festival
Valletta
22nd June 2024
A grand show!

Pageant show
Hal Kirkop
22nd June 2024
Calling all ABBA Fans!

Festival
Valletta
24th June 2024

Orchestra
Ta' Qali
26th June 2024
Mathematics Tour is coming to Malta!

Concert
Floriana
5th July 2024
BBC Radio 2 and the world-famous BBC Concert Orchestra are officially returning to Malta this July!

Concert
Valletta
8th - 13th July 2024

Theatre
13th July 2024

Festival
Floriana
16th July 2024
Brace yourself for another round of unforgettable moments!

Festival
Valletta
25th - 28th July 2024

Dance
Valletta
9th - 11th August 2024
An event for wine lovers!

Wine Festival
Nadur, Gozo
23rd - 24th August 2024
Another wine lovers' event!

Wine Festival
Valletta
5th October 2024
The annual arts and cultural event!

Cultural
Various locations
17th, 18th, 19th & 20th October 2024
The iconic British boy band, Take That are coming to Malta!

Festival
Sliema
26th December 2024 - 5th January 2025
This year's Christmas Panto is coming to Teatru Salesjan

Panto