A completely new look for the square in Xewkija was inaugurated on Friday 4th October, through a one million euro project carried out by the Ministry for Gozo.  Pjazza San Ġwann Battista has been designed in a way which allows attention to remain focused on the locality’s majestic church, and with part of the square reserved for the people.

Over a seven-month span the square underwent a complete overhaul, with all services and cables being transferred underground for a better aesthetic appearance. Traffic has been better organised so that it will not occupy all the space within the square, which now includes a pedestrian area for the better benefit of the community.

With over 20 food stalls hosting culinary delicacies from all over the world, the local Square was transformed into one big restuarant with people from all over the islands and beyond enjoying a Summer night.

The Malta International Food Festival [Gozo Edition] was also part of the Summer in the Square events launched earlier this months by the Ministry for Gozo. During the event patrons were entertained with live music alongside an array of activities especially dedicated to children.