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Mediterranean ObserverAugust 26, 2025

In light of various incidents recently reported by media outlets, the Malta Hotels and Restaurants Association (MHRA) strongly condemns any form of violence in or around restaurants and hospitality establishments. MHRA underlines that rules must be respected by all. Outdoor dining is a policy actively promoted by government as many people prefer dining outdoors, but […]

Mediterranean ObserverAugust 1, 2025

In a recent episode on SiGMA TV, Business to Government series, Tony Zahra, President of the Malta Hotels and Restaurants Association, sets out a clear plan to keep Malta’s tourism economy energised all year. Zahra explains why meetings, incentives, conferences, and events (MICE) are more than a helpful shoulder-season boost: they are a central pillar of national growth. His remarks […]

Mediterranean ObserverJuly 22, 2025

The Malta Hotels and Restaurants Association (MHRA) commends the Malta Police Force for its recent firm enforcement actions across key entertainment zones, particularly in Paceville and St Julian’s, where five retail outlets were found illegally selling alcohol after 9pm and a restaurant was ordered to close for operating without a responsible person on-site, as required […]

Mediterranean ObserverJuly 22, 2025

The Malta Hotels and Restaurants Association (MHRA) strongly condemns the industrial directives issued by the Airline Pilots Association (ALPA) against KM Malta Airlines, which are already causing delays and operational disruption during the peak of Malta’s critical summer tourism season. At a time when Malta is welcoming thousands of visitors daily and the tourism sector […]

Mediterranean ObserverMarch 25, 2025

The EU institutions adopted the revision of the Waste Framework Directive. Key elements of the revised text include: 30% per capita reduction in food waste by 2030 from retail, distribution, restaurants, and households, based on the 2021–2023 average; 10% reduction in food waste by 2030 from processing and manufacturing, also benchmarked against the 2021–2023 average; Reduction targets are legally […]

Mediterranean ObserverNovember 21, 2024

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HOTREC and TOPOSOPHY are hosting a webinar on the top 10 digital trends transforming the food service industry, from innovative menu engineering and AI-driven solutions to the rise of automation. Date: November 29 – 10:00 AM Tailored for SMEs, this session will explore practical solutions to boost productivity and efficiency through technology. Click here […]

Mediterranean ObserverOctober 28, 2024

The Malta Hotels and Restaurants Association (MHRA) welcomes today’s budget speech, “A Quality Country” (Pajjiz ta Kwalita), as it lays a strong foundation for a resilient economy designed to adapt and thrive amid global changes. This budget places significant emphasis on social measures while also addressing sustainability, innovation, and infrastructure, which serve as the backbone […]

Mediterranean ObserverOctober 7, 2024

On 3rd October 2024, the European Labour Authority launched its report on the HORECA sector. The report focuses on the following main topics: The horeca sector in the economy of the EU The labour market in the sector in the EU Recruitment in the sector in the EU Employment and working conditions Enforcing labour law and […]

Mediterranean ObserverJuly 20, 2024

This past week has seen Balluta Bay turn green and power outages affecting multiple localities, directly impacting both our tourism sector and local residents. The general upkeep and cleanliness of product Malta is a continuing concern. Other areas of Product Malta have experienced significant strain, though not as acutely as the sea turning green and […]

Mediterranean ObserverJanuary 24, 2024

Get Hitched Inc Ltd, developers of Tableo, the award-winning restaurant reservations and management software, is proud to announce the receipt of a prestigious €35,000 grant dedicated to advancing the Tableo AI Assistant Project. The project is being financed by the Malta Council for Science & Technology, for and on behalf of the Foundation for Science […]

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Category: Restaurants

MHRA Condemns Violence: Safety and Rules Must Be Respected by All

Malta’s Conference Strategy Sustains Winter Tourism

MHRA Commends Malta Police Force for Firm Enforcement in Tourism Zones and Calls for Stronger Legislative and Operational Support

MHRA Condemns Pilots’ Industrial Action Amid Critical Summer Tourism Season

Policy Update | Waste Framework Directive Revision

Online Webinar: 10 Digital Trends to Watch in the World of Restaurants

A Quality Leap: Budget Moves the Country Towards This Goal, MHRA

European Labour Authority Report – HORECA sector

MHRA, “Product Malta Under Severe Strain”

Tableo Announces TESP Grant Funding from MSCT for its Restaurant AI Assistant Project

EU Endorses Code of Conduct on Reliable Online Reviews for Tourism Accommodation

MHRA Raises Concerns on Substance Abuse and Workplace Safety – Calls for National Debate

MHRA Welcomes Random Drug and Alcohol Testing and Mandatory Prison Sentences for Fatalities

EU Endorses Code of Conduct on Reliable Online Reviews for Tourism Accommodation

MHRA Raises Concerns on Substance Abuse and Workplace Safety – Calls for National Debate

MHRA Welcomes Random Drug and Alcohol Testing and Mandatory Prison Sentences for Fatalities