It’s Pistachio Day: Celebrate with these delicious local treats! 🎉
Happy Pistachio Day everyone! Have you ever met anyone who doesn’t like pistachios? Because I haven’t. This crunchy, salty, green nut is probably the elite amongst all nuts. It adds a great kick and elevates any dish, whether sweet or savoury. So if you’re looking to get your pistachio fix for Pistachio Day, here’s where you can head to:
Krepree
Their Crema di Pistachio Crepe is to die for! If you haven’t seen photos of this beauty going around yet, just have a look below. The Crema di Pistachio Crepe from Krepree is full of creamy pistachio goodness that will satisfy your cravings! 😋
Hammett’s Macina
Get the Pistachio Fondant! You cut through this gorgeous fondant and a river of pistachio deliciousness flows on your plate. The Pistachio Fondant from Hammett’s Macina is the perfect way to end your meal! 👌
Rivareno
If you want a truly authentic Italian gelato made with high quality pistachios, look no further than Rivareno in St Julian’s. This pistachio gelato is fresh, rich, and super creamy! 🤤
Pjazza Gelateria
This place is known for its unique flavours when it comes to ice-cream, but for the pistachio one, Pjazza Gelateria stick to the original Bronte Pistachio. And if artisan gelato is not enough, you can also have the pistachio crepe! 🤩
Cafe Berry
Speaking of Bronte pistachios, Cafe Berry makes some amazing coffee AND sourdough with these gorgeous pistachios. So if you’re a true pistachio fanatic, head over there and order both! 🤷
Sottozero
Sottozero is known for making some of the best ice-cream on the island, and the pistachio one is definitely one of their top ones. Don’t worry if you’re not in the mood for ice-cream, because they make a super good pistachio croissant and a number of other baked goods! 😍
NapolEat
Looking for something savoury? Head over to NapolEat for their Pasta Pistachio Pesto with a delicious homemade pistachio pesto and bacon for that extra crunch and salty kick! 🧂
BONUS: Make the Prawn and Pistachio Paradise from Marvin’s Five
Here’s a bonus for you if you’re staying home: make Marvin Gauci’s super easy Prawn and Pistachio Pasta! With just 5 main ingredients, this pasta recipe is one of the best you can make. Watch the full Marvin’s Five video below: 👩🍳
Pistachio PLUS: Sicilian Paradise
If you’re on the lookout for an authentic Sicilian place for your pistachio dreams, we’ve got plenty of those around the island. The gorgeous pistachio croissant from La Crema Siciliana is a killer, as is the Trancio Pistachio from Dolci Peccati. 🍰
You can never go wrong with creamy and crunchy cannoli covered in pistachios from Delizie Siciliana. You can also get your Sicilian pistachio goodies from Bella Sicilia (they even have pizza topped with pistachios!) or Dolce Sicilia, with numerous locations around the island! 🥐
So how will you be celebrating Pistachio Day? Will you be heading out to try some of these delicious treats or will you be making something at home? Share your pistachio treats with us by tagging @foodblog.mt in your Instagram shots or FoodBlog Malta in your Facebook pics! 📸
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