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maltatoday, SUNDAY, 27 DECEMBER 2015 31 Food The Grassy Hopper – Best for vegan/vegetarian food Vegetarian food doesn't have to be bland and tasteless and The Grassy Hopper have, slowly, been showing us just how tasty food can be without using animal products. Wraps, burgers, soups and even cakes, there is something for even the most sceptical to sink their teeth into. Triq San Gorg, Gzira Tel: 21311676 Facebook: theGrassyHopper Palazzo Parisio – Best for romance Whether you're dining in the beautiful baroque gardens in the spring and summer or inside their cosy restaurant in the winter, if you're looking to impress a date this will hit the spot. Impressive surroundings, delectable meals with attentive service and attention to detail that is second to none, this is one for occasions worth remembering. Victory Square, Naxxar. Tel: 21412461 Facebook: palazzoparisio La Mere – Best for ethnic cuisine Book in advance to reserve your table at La Mère – there is good reason this little Valletta gem is in high demand. A fusion menu, comprising Middle Eastern, Mediterranean and Indian dishes, means you can go for a mix-and-match meal or stick to one region. Whatever you choose, La Mère never disappoints – delicate flavours are given room to flourish, spices are perfectly balanced and generous portions will leave everyone at the table satisfied. 147, Merchants Street, Valletta Tel: 99494721 Facebook: LaMereRestaurant Harbour Club – Best for a fun night out Stylish interiors, a well stocked bar and a menu to really sink your teeth into, the Harbour Club is the perfect pit stop before a night on the town. Sit down inside the restored fort and tuck into a selection of fish, pasta and meats, prepared with high-end ingredients and a keen attention to detail. Bookend your meal with a drink or two at the bar for a memorable night out. 4/5, Xatt il-Barriera, Valletta Tel: 21222332/79222332 Club Sushi – Best for Korean food and sushi There are so many sushi places mushrooming all over the island these days – and still this would never really be my first choice of meal. However Club Sushi really raise the bar when it comes to sushi with some of the best quality fish available on the island. They also offer a number of Korean dishes from kimchi to japchae. Ball Street, St Julians Tel: 27331555 Facebook: clubsushimalta KuYa – Best newcomer Back when it was still a food truck, KuYa earned itself quite a following. Now that it's set down roots in a brick-and-mortar location, its fan base has only grown. Serving up a selection of Thai, Japanese and Vietnamese dishes, this small but mighty restaurant encourages sharing with an uncomplicated menu of thoroughly moreish food. Every bite is a testament to a keen interest in treating quality ingredients as they deserve to be treated. Try the gyoza, they're delicious. 2, Lower Ross Street, St Julian's 99246906 Facebook: KuYa-Pub Flora's – Best for light lunches and afternoon teas This charming café in Naxxar is the perfect spot for a quick bite in your lunch break or a more relaxed afternoon tea at the weekend, complete with scones and sandwiches. A changing menu and a display full of sweet treats makes Flora's a hit with kids and grownups alike. No. 1, Victory Square, Naxxar Tel: 21410020 Facebook: florascafemalta