Gozitan chef's New York success highlights Malta's hospitality talent

Prime Minister Robert Abela met Gozitan chef Giovann Attard during his New York visit for the United Nations General Assembly, according to MaltaDaily. Attard runs the kitchen at Aqua Roma, a restaurant in the city.

Attard's career started at Malta's Institute of Tourism Studies. Abela wrote that Attard's talent, determination and ambition took him to New York, making Gozo and Malta proud beyond the island's shores.

The chef gave Abela a behind-the-scenes tour, explaining the workflow in a busy New York kitchen.

The meeting highlights the global success of Malta's hospitality education. ITS graduates are competing in top markets like New York, showcasing the quality of local vocational training.

For Malta's business community, this story demonstrates the value of investing in skills development. It also reinforces Malta's reputation as a source of world-class culinary talent, which can attract business and tourism.

The Prime Minister's recognition of Attard's journey underscores the importance of supporting local talent to achieve international success.