Name: Mette Lorenzen Company name: Mettelina Cupcakes Brief description of my product: Homemade Gourmet Cupcakes are my specialty. I always had a big passion for food and during the last 5 years I have developed my own cupcake recipes in order to make the best cupcakes in Malta. I make cupcakes in all kind of flavors, designs and sizes for delivery or to be enjoyed at the Malta Artisan Markets! Why I love participating in Malta Artisan Markets: When I moved to Malta 6 years ago, I was looking for food markets and restaurant guides. That was how I learned about Malta artisan Markets. The first few years I visit every single market as a customer and simply loved the idea, concept and atmosphere! When I was ready with my Mettelina Cupcake project, I couldn't wait to finally participate with a stand and I am looking forward to participate in my very first Easter Market. I think this is such a great concept and opportunity for local artisans to show and share their passion and products. Mette's little quote to inspire someone to follow their dreams: Go for it ! -"There is nothing that is so bad, that it isn't good for something".  

Name: Christina Desira Company name: Desirably Yours Brief description of my product: We offer a variety of goods, however, our main focus is on our freshly made handmade chocolate. We offer a variety of pralines and truffles, from the more common ones like caramel and gianduia, to the more unique ones such as Cherry and Raspberry and Marc de Champagne. We also offer gluten free and sugar free products. Why I love participating in Malta Artisan Markets: The Malta Artisan Markets provide local artisans with a chance to showcase their products in a welcoming environment, making every event a unique experience. I, personally feel that such markets are beneficial for both the artisans and the customers as they are being offered a genuine, high quality local product. Christina's little quote to inspire someone to follow their dreams: I follow the quote: “If you dream it, you can achieve it”. A dream might not easily become reality, but if you work hard and do not give up, it can be achieved.

Name: Andrea Critien Company name: With Love From Our Kitchen Brief description of my product: Homemade jams, chutneys, sauces and preserves all prepared from local fruits and vegetables and where possible using organic produce. Why I love participating in Malta Artisan Markets: People have got accustomed to finding my products at these markets and many of them purposely come to top up – also the type of people attending appreciate the hard work involved in preparing home made produce. Andrea's little quote to inspire someone to follow their dreams: If you enjoy what you're doing, pluck that bit of courage, share it with the world – the worst that can happen is you'll keep doing it for yourself! But if you don't try you'll never know – they may actually love it!