For the fifth consecutive year, Volksbank Malta invited customers, members of the business community and representatives of the authorities to its traditional Austrian Spring Party, the 'Heuriger'. This year, the event took place in the beautiful gardens of Castello Zammittello, which gave an enchanting backdrop to the event.

“Over the last years, the 'Heuriger' has become a fixed date on the diary of our customers, and every year there are more people attending and enjoying themselves,” said Herbert Skok, Managing Director of Volksbank Malta. “The special atmosphere of this garden party is truly unique, with wooden benches and tables and simple authentic Austrian food; wine and food are imported directly from Austria, with sausages and meat being barbequed on the spot and salads prepared according to traditional recipes.”

Traditional music was also provided: The Edelweiss Quartet, a popular group of musicians from Tyrol, performed Austrian folklore music and appeared in the country's national costume, the famous knee-length leather trouser Tracht. Vice Chairman Werner Wess and Managing Director Skok, were also dressed in traditional Austrian attire, as were many of the guests.

“Volksbank Malta is a local commercial bank with Austrian background, and when we organised the 'Heuriger' for the first time in 2005, we wanted to show our dedication to the Maltese Islands and also the connection to our home country," Mr. Skok explained. “Once again, the 'Heuriger' was a great success for Volksbank, and many of our guests already confirmed their attendance next year.”