Oleander

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The much-loved Oleander, located on the pretty village square with tables outside, has a menu specialising in Maltese cuisine, with dishes including rabbit cooked in various ways, homemade ravioli with Gozitan cheese, and fresh fish of the day. Boneless quail stuffed with local figs and pistachios is a definite menu highlight.


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