Fresh and Local - the True Taste of Malta

A Taste of the Harvest: Your Maltese Fresh Produce Guide for September

September in Malta is a month of beautiful contradictions. The fierce heat of summer begins to soften, the sea is still warm, and our local farms offer an incredible harvest that gives us the best of both seasons. It’s a time for savouring the last of summer’s sweet treasures while welcoming the first comforting, earthy flavours of autumn.

Here at ta-malta.com, we are excited to bring you the full bounty of this transitional month. Here’s your guide to what’s fresh, flavourful, and essential for your kitchen this September.

The Stars of the September Harvest

While we say a fond farewell to the peak-summer produce, September brings its own superstars to the forefront, boasting rich colours and deep, complex flavours.

Pomegranates (Rummien)

If September has a jewel, it is the magnificent pomegranate. The first local rummien of the season are now ready, their tough skins protecting hundreds of glittering, ruby-red seeds. Each seed is a burst of sweet and tangy juice, packed with powerful antioxidants. Sprinkle them over salads, yogurt, or roasted vegetables for a touch of elegance and a vibrant crunch.

Get the Jewels of Autumn: Order your fresh Pomegranates here.

Pumpkin & Squash (Qargħa Ħamra)

The true sign that autumn is on its way! The first of the season’s pumpkins and squashes are here. Our local qargħa ħamra is perfect for making the traditional sweet Maltese pumpkin pie, ‘Torta tal-Qargħa Ħamra’. Butternut squash is also arriving, ready to be roasted until sweet and nutty, or blended into a silky, comforting soup for the first cooler evenings.

A Taste of Autumn: Shop our Pumpkins & Squash here.

Grapes & Figs (Għeneb u Tin)

September is the final, glorious month for local grapes and figs. The grapes are now at their absolute sweetest, perfect for eating fresh or for creating a stunning cheese board. The last of the season’s figs are rich and jammy, an indulgent treat to be savoured before they’re gone for another year.

Savour the Sweetness: Find our fresh Grapes here and our delicious Figs here.

Perfect Pairings for the Lampuki Season!

September 1st marks the official start of the lampuki (dolphinfish) season, a cherished time in the Maltese culinary calendar. As the fishing boats bring in their catch, kitchens across the islands will be frying, baking, and making pies with this beloved fish. The perfect lampuki meal needs the perfect vegetable pairings!

• For a Classic Lampuki Sauce: A rich tomato-based sauce with capers, olives, and onions is the traditional accompaniment. Stock up on our sun-ripened Plum Tomatoes and Local Onions to create the perfect ‘zalza’.

• For a Simple Baked Dinner: Nothing is easier or more delicious than baking a whole lampuki on a bed of fresh vegetables. We recommend a mix of thinly sliced Maltese Potatoes, sweet Peppers, and aromatic Fennel, all roasted together with a drizzle of good olive oil.

• For Torta tal-Lampuki: The famous lampuki pie requires a delicious filling of spinach, olives, and other vegetables. Our fresh, tender Spinach is the perfect choice.

Your September Harvest Box

Want to experience the full range of this abundant month? Let us curate the perfect selection for you.

Our Farmer’s Box or Autumn Box is the easiest way to enjoy the best of the September harvest. Each box is packed with a surprise mix of what is freshest and most delicious right now—from the last of the summer fruits to the first of the autumn vegetables.

Get the Best of the Harvest, Delivered: Shop our convenient Fruit & Vegetable Boxes here!

Enjoy the delicious transition from summer to autumn with the freshest produce our islands have to offer.