Various personalities, broadcasters, journalists and publishers were treated to a fine culinary evening when the Federation for Hunting and Conservation - Malta (FKNK) organised a game tasting menu based on hunting recipes from the book "Game Recipes from Malta". This FKNK publication, which is the only one of its kind in the Maltese Islands, contains old recipes, some of which have never been published before, and others from some of the country's best chefs, and is based on game dishes that can now be found not only in the kitchens of hunters' families, but also in some of Malta's best restaurants.
This activity was part of the "Game Meat Week" under the auspices of FACE (European Federation for Hunting and Conservation), where hunters' organisations within FACE from different European countries promote food from hunting. FKNK President, Lucas Micallef, thanked all those who attended the event and spoke about the idea behind this publication.
"Food is a universal language that transcends borders, cultures and languages. We all know that the traditions, values and heritage of each region can be seen in the culinary aspect of each country, so much so that we seek them out even when we travel abroad, and by sharing them we understand each other better," said Micallef.
While noting that Thursday night's event was the first of its kind organised by the FKNK, Micallef also emphasised the importance of food as a celebration of diversity and explained how the FKNK works closely with other organisations and sectors that are concerned with the sustainability of the Maltese islands rural environment. "We are not only presenting our book tonight, but also local wine and oil. We work in full cooperation with everyone who has a role to play in preserving our country's rural environment," Micallef said.
Game Meat Week is celebrated throughout Europe as a celebration of cultural heritage and sustainable hunting practices. "As FKNK, we are at the forefront of these initiatives, because while we protect the interests of our members, we also need to be in tune with society when it comes to conservation projects. Suffice it to mention that our Barn Owl reintroduction project won a European award," said Micallef. The book Game Recipes from Malta is available from leading bookshops or from the FKNK office.
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