SCIACCA NEWS & EVENTS

When cooking meat, getting that perfect and succulent-looking sear on your steak requires a fair share of skill and technique. As promised in our previous blog, we're giving out a few more pointers on how to get that delicious-looking and juicy steak as appetizing as...

Before we get started, allow us to make one disclaimer: if you like your steak cooked to more than medium, you shouldn't even try searing your steak. Why? Well, because you'll end up with a charred piece of shoe sole that resembles the taste of dry beef. The secret to...

When you're presented with the menu at a fine dining restaurant, you might be ashamed to admit that you don't understand half of the terminology on its menu. It's also embarrassing to have to ask the waitstaff because you certainly don't want to make a fool of...

Although most table manners come as second nature to most people, certain restaurant etiquette can be more nuanced, such as who pays for a business meal, or where to put your napkin when you stand. We've come up with a few guidelines that'll help you that next time...

Fact: wine tasting is an enjoyable voyage that can take you around the globe experiencing the wonderful assortments of wines and their relations to their natural and cultural legacy. Whether you're the aspiring wine connoisseur, or someone who appreciates a good glass...

So picture this: you arrive at Sciacca and on this particular day, you decide you want to order seafood. However, no one has ever told you how to order seafood at a restaurant, you’re simply expected to figure it out on your own. To help you gain confidence and feel...

Whenever you go to your favourite steakhouse, you obviously want to make the most of your experience. Although many people visit steakhouses often, the ordering process might still prove to be a bit of a daunting task. That's why we've made a short list of the tricks...

Cooking a delicious chunk of juicy steak isn't as difficult as many may think, or others might suggest. That's why we've gone on a mission to look into all the common facts and myths, and uncover them. The stigma that cooking steak is challenging, is due to the...

A party isn't a party if there is no sparkling wine to cheers with. Once the cork pops, a celebration is guaranteed. But, what's the difference between Champagne, Cava and Prosecco? And how are these little bubbles made? The bubbles found in sparkling wine are a...

Whether you plan on dining out for a birthday, anniversary, engagement party, staff get-together or any other special occasion or event, look no further than Sciacca Grill. Our experienced team handles all the hard work that involves setting up a venue for a special...

The short answer is: YES it most definitely should!  Here at Sciacca, we serve the best steak in Malta by using prime or premium cuts of lean beef which help maintain a healthy diet.  Beef Provides a Variety of Vitamins and Nutrients Beef is a healthy option when...

There’s nothing better than enjoying a high-quality meal with a fine glass of wine. At Sciacca Grill, we know wine almost as well as we know incredible steak. We pride ourselves not only on our fine dining expertise but also on our dedication to wine. Our staff is...

What exactly is Surf & Turf? Surf & Turf is usually a restaurant term referring to an entrée that combines a portion of meat and seafood. While some people might not whole heartedly welcome the idea of mixing the two seemingly opposing dishes, one cannot deny...

If you thought that the need for social skills and table manners have long gone out the window, think again, because it’s certainly not the case. Proper table etiquette – those much-expected manners, aren’t only very much alive, but also of the utmost importance for...

Undeniably, wine is a multifaceted beverage that’s an amalgamation of history, culture, agriculture, geology and genetics. So how can you learn more about wine without feeling overwhelmed by all the details? In the past, wine was learned by region and this technique...

The six degrees of “doneness” As you probably already know, there are six grades of cooked steak, from blue to well-done. The key to cook them to perfection is their preparation times and the little-known, yet very practical ‘touch test’. Inevitably, the touch test is...

The Basics How would you like your steak? This is the golden question that’s asked to us each time we order a steak. This can be somewhat daunting, because cooked too little, it might not be as seared as you like it; cooked too much, the cut of meat might end up...

When eating out, the first aspect any customer looks for in a restaurant is the quality and palatability of its food, and with good reason, because what’s a good restaurant sans the good food? That said, though, furniture setup also plays an important role, because...

Great customer service is essential to any restaurant’s success. But how exactly do you deliver excellent customer service in your restaurant? Before anything else, it’s good to define and understand it. Put simply, customer service is the assistance and advice you...

We’re going to give you something to think about: if you were faced with the choice, which would you pick: great food and poor service, or mediocre food and immaculate service? A genuinely good restaurant constantly delivers both excellent food and service. Yet even...

As previously discussed, a restaurant dining room layout should take quite a few factors into account for its design to be up to scratch. Perhaps one of the most important features that determines an effective restaurant layout is its room arrangement. Deciding...

No matter the type, size, or location – every restaurant has a basic layout that should cover certain general areas in a well-executed manner. Designing a restaurant's layout is something that should be done with great thought and consideration. A restaurateur should...

Whether you’ve planned a special summer dinner, or just a random mid-week treat, there's nothing better than a couple of steaks on the grill. While it’s unquestionable that your beef might is the star of the dish, having some good side dishes to accompany this juicy...

From steakhouse classics to less traditional accompaniments, we've put together some of the most popular sauces which are generally served with the classic chunk of steak. Carnivores who tend to be somewhat of the steak purists would maintain that you can’t have a...