The Maltese Table: Food, Culture & Wellbeing by the Sea
A week in Malta exploring culinary heritage, wellness, and Mediterranean living, where shared tables, movement, and culture come together.
Food & Wellness
There’s a rhythm to Malta that moves between land and sea — sun-warmed stone, salt air, and a table culture shaped by centuries of Mediterranean exchange. From April 25 to May 2, Terroir Hospitality invites you to experience that rhythm through food, movement, and connection.
This is not a typical holiday. It’s a week-long exploration of Malta’s landscapes, flavours, and history — designed for people who love good food, outdoor adventure, and mindful movement. You’ll stay in boutique hotels that blend local character with contemporary comfort, and discover how Phoenician, North African, Italian, and British influences have shaped Maltese cuisine — from pastizzi and timpana to rabbit stew and fresh-caught fish.
We’ll wander Valletta’s golden streets, meet local producers, and share meals in farmhouses and fishing villages where hospitality runs deep.
Each morning begins with a Pilates session led by Ana Ćukić — restorative, energizing, and open to all levels. Just bring a long resistance band; mats are provided. It’s the perfect way to ground yourself before the day’s explorations.
Itinerary
Day 1 – Saturday, April 25: Arrival & Welcome
Base: L-Eremita Boutique Hotel, Gozo
Arrive in Malta and transfer by private coach and ferry to the tranquil island of Gozo.
Check into the beautifully restored L-Eremita Boutique Hotel, your peaceful base for the first half of the retreat.
Ease into island life with a restorative Pilates session led by Ana Ćukić, followed by an evening welcome reception featuring local wine, seasonal bites, and introductions with your hosts and fellow travellers.
Dinner: Local restaurant
Day 2 – Sunday, April 26: Nature & Wine
Base: L-Eremita Boutique Hotel, Gozo
Begin the day with a morning Pilates session to awaken body and mind.
After breakfast, join the immersive Taste of Gozo Food & Culture Walking Tour through Victoria’s old streets, markets, and artisan shops.
Enjoy a local farm-to-table lunch as part of the tour experience.
Return to the hotel for a relaxed afternoon by the pool or at the beach.
Evening at leisure or optional group dinner in Victoria’s historic centre.
Day 3 – Monday, April 27: Coastal Foraging & Sea Views
Base: L-Eremita Boutique Hotel, Gozo
Morning Pilates session at an ancient temple site, surrounded by sea and sky.
After breakfast, set out along the Victoria Trail, discovering coastal herbs and edible plants with a local forager.
Visit Tal-Massar Winery for an intimate tasting of Gozo’s small-batch wines.
As the sun sets, gather for a cliffside picnic overlooking the Mediterranean.
Dinner: Informal shared meal (location TBC)
Day 4 – Tuesday, April 28: Gozo Escape & Transition to Malta
Base: Chapel 5, Boutique Suites
Early Pilates session, breakfast, and checkout.
Ferry to Malta, then enjoy lunch and a walking tour of Rabat’s historic centre before checking into the delightfully charming Chapel 5 Boutique Hotel.
Evening welcome dinner celebrating your arrival on the main island.
Day 5 – Wednesday, April 29: Valletta Culture & Collaboration
Base: Chapel 5, Boutique Suites
Start the morning with Pilates, then depart for Valletta — a UNESCO World Heritage City rich in art and architecture.
Take a traditional gondola ride across the Grand Harbour to the Maritime Museum, followed by a tasting lunch inspired by Malta’s culinary history.
Afternoon visit to St. John’s Co-Cathedral and time to explore independently.
Evening dinner at Noni, one of Malta’s most celebrated Michelin-starred restaurants.
Return to hotel.
Day 6 – Thursday, April 30: Farm to Table at the Blue Grotto
Base: Chapel 5, Boutique Suites
After your morning Pilates session, we’ll head to the Blue Grotto for a breathtaking boat trip and seaside lunch at Il Corsaro.
Continue along the Dingli Cliffs, taking in panoramic views before arriving at Ta’ Ċiċivett Farm for an immersive hands-on farm dinner celebrating regenerative agriculture and Maltese hospitality.
Day 7 – Friday, May 1: Foraging, Nature & Farewell
Base: Chapel 5, Boutique Suites
Morning Pilates followed by a guided foraging tour exploring Malta’s natural flora and edible landscapes.
Lunch in Mellieħa Village, with free time to wander its charming streets or relax by the sea.
Late afternoon Merrill Eco Tour and Farewell Cocktail to toast the week’s adventures and new friendships.
Day 8 – Saturday, May 2: Departure
Base: Departure Day
Breakfast and group transfer to the airport or onward travel connections.
*Program subject to change
Ana Cukic
Your Pilates Instructor
As a former Cirque du Soleil athlete turned Pilates instructor, Ana Cukic brings 20+ years of elite movement experience to every class. Ana discovered Pilates while performing in “O” in Las Vegas, and it quickly became more than cross-training—it became my foundation. She’s been a BASI-certified instructor since 2008. Pilates grounds her and loves the saying, “you have to feel to heal.” It’s a daily practice in breath, body awareness, and resilience. Ana’s goal is to inspire her clients to move with intention, breathe for support, and connect more fully to their bodies. Her classes are creative, dynamic, and rooted in purpose—designed to keep one present, engaged, and continually learning. Nothing excites her more than seeing clients discover those deeper connections through mindful movement, whether in a restorative flow, a strength-based session, or a high-intensity challenge.
Pricing
Costs 5000€ / $7800 CND Per Person
*600 CND Discount for Double Occupancy
What’s Included
Breakfasts, lunches, and dinners, as well as snacks and beverages. Some wine and beer.
Expertise and support of your Terroir Hosts.
Local experts and guides.
Gratuities for accommodations, meals, guiding or transport.
Coach transportation during the tour.
Extras
Airfare to the destination.
Personal expenses (shopping, meals and drinks, when not with the group)
Personal travel insurance
