Le Méridien St Julians Hotel & Spa has proven to be keen in pampering wine lovers with past initiatives such as Wines of the World, whereas guests and visitors alike are invited to taste their favourite wines by the glass at KuDéTa Lounge & Bar. Le Méridien St Julians goes one step further into the wine culture this summer with unique wine pairing events involving great viticulture experts and a seducing taste of its tantalizing 5 star cuisine.

When visiting Le Méridien St Julians Hotel & Spa in Balluta Bay, it seems that there’s more to wine that meets the eye. Indeed, everything is made easy to encourage the visitors to discovery.  To let yourself be seduced by a storm of the best wines’ flavours, you may participate to Le Méridien Wine & Food Pairing experiences at La Bajja rooftop restaurant, on the 12^th floor of the hotel. For only €45 per person, guests are invited to spend an evening in culinary delight and to awaken their taste buds with wine specialists and the creative Le Méridien kitchen brigade. Each Cork & Fork event includes a plated 5 course dinner concocted with talent by Executive Head Chef Reuben and its dedicated kitchen brigade. The quality pairing wines provided to accompany the sumptuous menus are selected by the suppliers involved.

While browsing through the mouth-watering menus put together for the occasion, you will come across top-notch dishes such as woodland mushroom ravioli with porcini and truffle on a cream of leeks, crespelle gratiné stuffed with ratatouille of vegetables or  white chocolate mousse with walnuts and forest fruit, just to name a few. With partners such as Charles Grech, Donna Chiara, Mirachem, Farsons and Jacob’s Creek, the wine selection is certainly not left to chance either and this could be the perfect opportunity to discover fantastic wines and expand your palates.

Cork & Fork events are recommended for everyone and not just wine lovers. By joining in these exclusive nights, future brides and grooms will also have the chance to unveil the most exciting recipes that the hotel keeps in store for special occasions and the impressive talent of their executive chef. Additionally, getting a taste of a wide variety of selected wines could also be of interest in the preparations of their wedding party. In any case, these wine pairing events are a must and will definitely impress your table, whether you are sharing the experience with your loved one, with friends or with family.

Upcoming Cork & Fork Events:

–          Friday 26th of July in partnership with Mirachem

–          Friday 9th of August in partnership with Farsons and Jacob’s Creek

To avoid disappointment, it is strongly recommended to reserve well enough in advance.

More information on www.lemeridienmalta.com/labajja or on www.facebook.com/maltalemeridien