Discover the island’s artistic heart
Malta, an island full of history and culture, offers a unique opportunity to experience Europe’s rich craft traditions up close. Dive into these eight essential workshops:
1. Glass blowing in Mdina
Mdina, Malta‘s ancient capital, is known for its glassware. You can learn this technique under the guidance of a master glassblower, creating your own glass objects, such as vases and bowls. You can take these home as a souvenir of this unique experience.
2. Pottery in Rabat
Rabat is an ideal place for pottery lovers. In the workshops you can master the technique of making pottery. Whether a bowl or a vase, you can choose what kind of object to create during this workshop.
3. Weaving traditions in Gozo
Gozo is known for its weaving traditions, and at local workplaces you can make your own rugs, pillows and tablecloths. These workshops in Malta offer a unique opportunity to discover the traditional art of lace and linen production, a craft that has been passed down for generations. Whether you learn to weave linen or make lace by hand, you will create something special that you can take home as a souvenir.
4. Baking Maltese bread in Marsaxlokk or Dingli
Traditional Maltese breads such as Ħobż tal-Malti or ftira are an important part of the local culture. In Marsaxlokk at Nenu the Baker you can learn how to bake these traditional breads. Diar il-Bniet, based in Dingli, also organizes workshops. The baker guides participants in making the dough and baking their creations.
5. Tile Design in Marsa
This workshop offers participants the opportunity to create traditional Maltese tile designs. You can attend this workshop at a small art studio in Marsa. Under the guidance of an art teacher, you can create your own tile in any color you want.
6.Woodworking on the island
Woodworking is also a tradition in Malta. Several locations on the island offer workshops where you can make wooden objects. Whether you want to make a small souvenir or a larger piece of furniture, you will learn from local artisans how to create beautiful wooden objects by hand.
7. Filigree in Marsascala
Filigree is a delicate technique in which thin threads of gold or silver are woven into jewelry. Today, master artisan Gaetano Saliba continues this tradition, sharing his expertise in a one-day course suitable for everyone. During the workshop you will make your own piece of jewelry, such as a ring or bracelet.
8. Olive oil tasting
Olive oil is an important product in Malta. During the workshop you will learn all about the production process, from harvesting the olives to pressing the oil. After a tour, you can taste different olive oils and learn how to choose the best oil for different dishes.
These workshops not only offer the chance to learn new skills, but also to have a live, hands-on experience of Maltese cultural traditions. It’s a great way to explore the island and get to know Malta!
