NaturaSi

NaturaSi is the Mosta shop of Naturali, the retailer that has offered organic food in Malta since 2009. It sits on Constitution Street in the middle of the island, which makes it a handy stop for anyone based in the central towns, and an easy detour on the way to Mdina or the north.

The shop is part of our directory of organic food shops in Malta. For British visitors it works like a well-stocked European organic supermarket, with familiar categories and many Italian and German brands, and for residents it is a place to do a full weekly shop.

What Naturali stands for

The founders dreamt of putting Malta on the organic map, and the shop, the website and a range of more than 4,000 products are the first step towards that. Much more is planned.

The principle behind the stock is straightforward. Food and personal care products should be free of chemical processing and synthetic manipulation, so the business turns away artificial additives, hydrogenated fats, highly processed food and genetically modified ingredients. Every product is certified by official certifying bodies, which gives shoppers a clear standard to rely on.

For a UK shopper that will sound familiar from organic aisles at home, though you should still read labels yourself, especially if you follow a medical or allergy diet.

The range: groceries, fresh food and deli

The grocery section is broad. It covers breakfast items such as granola, muesli, porridge and cereals, a bakery selection of breads, crackers, rusks, wraps and cakes, and chocolate, biscuits and confectionery. Cooking ingredients include herbs and spices, stocks, pestos, sauces, soy sauce and tamari, while the pantry shelves carry honey, nut butters, jams, rice, grains, pulses, dried fruit, nuts and seeds.

Home bakers are well served with sugars, flours, mixes, baking powder, yeast, salt and sweeteners, and the shop also stocks oils, vinegars, pasta, noodles, soups and snack bars. Brands on the shelves include NaturaSi's own label, Si Essenziali, Baule Volante, Rapunzel and Biona.

The chilled and frozen sections include milk, yoghurt, butter, eggs, kefir, tofu, tempeh and seitan, plus vegetarian and vegan alternatives, fish, ice cream and ready-prepared items. There is a fruit and vegetable section, a delicatessen with sliced meats, poultry, beef and pork, and a cheese counter with cow, goat, sheep and lactose free cheeses from many Italian and other European makers.

Drinks run from water and coconut water to kombucha, juices, herbal teas, dairy free milks and organic alcoholic beverages. A Thursday highlight is sourdough bread and focaccia, freshly baked every Thursday, which the business invites customers to order.

Health, personal care and the home

Beyond food, the shop stocks health items such as superfoods, collagen, vitamins and supplements, and a personal care range covering body, hair, hand, facial, oral and foot care, deodorants, essential oils, sun care and baby products. There are also organic feminine care items, nappies and toiletries.

The household range includes dishwashing, laundry and cleaning products, water filters and lamps, and there is a pet section with food and care items. For a self-catering holiday, that means a single visit can cover groceries, toiletries and cleaning supplies.

If you are planning a longer stay, our relocating to Malta guide explains daily life on the island, and the where to stay in Malta page compares areas.

Visiting from Mosta and nearby sights

NaturaSi is at Constitution Street, Mosta MST 9052. It opens from 9:00 on weekdays, closing at 17:00 on Monday and Tuesday, 15:00 on Wednesday and 19:00 on Thursday and Friday, with a 15:00 close on Saturday. It is closed on Sundays.

Mosta is only a few minutes from Mdina and Rabat, and the capital is within easy reach, so a shop visit pairs well with a day out. Our Valletta guide and the page on things to do in Malta will help you plan the rest of the day, the best beaches in Malta for a swim afterwards, and the Gozo guide is useful because Naturali has a second shop in Victoria.

Prices are listed on the website in euros and change, so ask the shop for current figures. For a question about stock, ordering or opening, use the VisitMalta.co.uk enquiry form on this page and we will pass your message to the business. If you are still planning your trip, see our Malta weather guide for the best months to visit.