Nelli's Journal
from knife to note
A space for stories from behind the counter – new cures, seasonal ingredients, and lessons learned along the way.
Flavour starts in our gardens
When I think about flavour, I don’t start in the kitchen — I start outside. At Nelli’s, most of our herbs come straight from the garden: rosemary, thyme, oregano, and whatever else the season surprises us with. There’s a simple joy in gathering fresh herbs each morning, knowing they’ll infuse our cures only hours later. It’s precise, patient work — letting nature lead, while gently shaping its flavours into something new.
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Why We only use Xwejni Sea Salt
At Nelli’s, every product starts with simple, honest ingredients. One of the most important is Xwejni sea salt, harvested by hand from Gozo’s traditional salt pans. It’s the only salt we use across all our cured meats.
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Capturing Flavour on Film: Our Journey with Shane Delia
At Nelli’s, we’ve always believed that flavour is more than taste, it’s an experience. Recently, we’ve had the chance to share that experience in a new way: by bringing our craft to the screen.


