Mimli: The Essex Bakery Serving Maltese Desserts Abroad
If you’re Maltese living in the UK and craving a taste of home, Mimli in Essex has you covered.
Founded by Daniel Abela, whose grandparents hail from Żejtun, Mimli specialises in Maltese desserts and cookies, from figolli and biskuttini tal-lewż to kwareżimal and qagħaq tal-ġunġlien. There’s even a mixed box, The Maltija, for anyone who wants to try a bit of everything.
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The name “Mimli” comes from one of the first words Daniel learned in Maltese. It means something like “I’m full” (“Mimli, mimli!”) a perfect name for something that celebrates food, family, and generous portions.
Daniel speaks openly about how these recipes are part of preserving culture: keeping family history alive, memories of summers, the sounds, smells, the feel of Malta. Mimli isn’t just about desserts, it’s a connection to identity and heritage.
With plans to expand into savoury options, Mimli is quickly becoming a go-to for Maltese food lovers in the UK!
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