It is no secret that Gozo has its very own flavour. Life seems to have more charm in Gozo, colours are more vibrant, time slows down and the air feels fresher. Its seas look bluer, turfs greener and food, most would agree, definitely tastier.

One could argue that this is a mere perception since in most cases, non-Gozitans enjoy the isle as tourists and everything feels nicer when on holiday. Yet, when it comes to its agricultural products, there is little doubt that Malta’s sibling has tremendous potential for producing high quality greens and derivatives.

This is what Ogygia is all about. It seeks to capture nature’s luscious goodness in its Gozitan offerings. Anything from mushroom pâté, peppered cheeselets and crunchy galletti to go with them, to capers, gozo salt, olive oil and kunserva as condiments all have their bit to add to one’s favourite local dishes.

Foods with a healthy tradition have rediscovered a magnetic charm, as many of us seek the dish or delicacy which respects the way our forefathers ate more closely. They bring together a sense of romantic nostalgia with a more reliable sense of authenticity which makes these culinary charms extremely popular.

This is just one extra reason to drop by at Abraham’s Vini e Capricci in the limits of Xewkija, which is fast becoming a reference point for regional goodies celebrating Italy and our islands’ respective gastronomic delights.

Vini e Capricci,Wines & Whims,Gozitano Agricultural Village,Mgarr Road, Xewkija, Gozo – tel. (+356) 2156 3231, (+356) 2156 0952.

www.abrahams.com.mt/vini-e-capricci/