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If you like your fish fresh, then the Marsaxlokk Fish Market is going to really tickle your fancy. Malta’s foremost fishing village, Marsaxlokk has seen fishermen sailing in and out of its bay since time immemorial. The daily catch is taken to be sold at the fish market in Valletta although on Sundays the catch is retailed by the fishermen themselves at the Marsaxlokk Fish Market.
In this picturesque locality amidst the charming quayside houses and fresh sea air you can wander through stalls laden with all types of fish that were coursing through the depths of the Mediterranean only a few hours previously. Depending on the season, such fish include bass, grouper, dentex, stone fish, white bream, red mullet, tuna, swordfish, and the famous lampuki or dolphin fish in late autumn. Octopus and squid are also frequently available to make mouth-watering soups or pasta sauces.
If you’re staying in a hotel, chances are that you probably don’t have the luxury to cook your own lunch. If that’s the case then don’t despair, because you can still sample Marsaxlokk fish in all their fresh glory. All you have to do is visit one of the many restaurants that abound around the bay. The majority of these specialise in seafood and would take great pride in their chef’s capabilities.
Although primarily focusing on fresh fish, the Marsaxlokk Fish Market also includes stalls and hawkers selling other items such as local arts and crafts as well as souvenirs and refreshments. When you’re done with your browsing, you could either stop for lunch or make your way to the beach and take a quick dip in the inviting sea.
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