A Little Fika on the Stairs Landing
Stairwells and landings in Maltese townhouses often sit empty, yet they are perfect for a quick coffee break with neighbours. With a few simple pieces, that in-between space becomes a proper spot to pause and chat.
Turn a quiet landing into a coffee corner
A good fika needs little more than hot coffee, something sweet, and company. IKEA's UPPHETTA coffee/tea maker makes brewing simple, whether for two people or a small gathering of neighbours popping by after work.
Serve it all in style with IKEA's FÄRGRIK mug, pour nibbles or sweets into an OFTAST bowl, and use the DRAGON cake-slice to portion out a homemade cake. None of it needs a big table or a formal setting, just a tray balanced on the stairs and a willingness to share a slice with whoever happens to walk past.
UPPHETTA coffee/tea maker, glass/stainless steel, 0.4 l
FÄRGRIK mug, stoneware white, 25 cl
OFTAST bowl, white, 15 cm
DRAGON cake-slice, stainless steel, 25 cm
GLADELIG mug, grey, 37 cl
GLADELIG mug, blue, 37 cl
Small rituals like these make compact Maltese homes feel warmer. Browse these pieces on maltashopper.com, where orders are prepared for homes across Malta and Gozo.