tahini

A colorful bowl of roasted eggplants, chickpeas, and feta cheese, topped with a drizzle of tangy tahini sauce and served with warm pita bread

Roasted Eggplant and Chickpea Bowl

Main Course - Mediterranean - January 05, 2023
A quartet of beautifully opened oysters nestled in their half shells, bathed in an earthy-brown tahini sauce, lightly bronzed from baking and glistening under a generous sprinkling of vibrant green parsley. On the side, a small mound of tabouleh salsa, resplendent in the shades of green parsley, ruby red tomatoes and gleaming pearls of soaked bulgur wheat, all harmonized by the sheen of olive oil.

Oysters with Tahini and Tabouleh-Salsa

Brunch - Middle Eastern - September 18, 2023
From above, you see a dark-colored bowl containing vibrant, chunky stew that breaks up the monochrome winter. Shades of bright orange butternut squash, dark green spinach, and speckles of red from the spiced tomato base are peeping out. A dollop of pastel-colored hummus cloud is perched on top, dusted with a burnt orange sprinkle of zaatar.

Middle-Eastern Spiced Stew with Hummus Cloud

Main Course - Mediterranean - January 08, 2024
Imagine a beautiful grain bowl that starts with a base of fluffy quinoa. Golden-crisp, oven-roasted sweet potatoes rest to one side, while lemon-kissed, smoky chickpeas claim the opposite territory. Bright purple cabbage slaw adds a pop of color while sesame seeds and chopped parsley form polka dot garnish. The crowning glory is a generous drizzle of rich, smoky tahini sauce, blanketing the dish with a warmly inviting aroma.

Smoky Tahini Chickpea & Sweet Potato Grain Bowl

Main Course - American - January 21, 2024
A rich, earth tone smoothie in a tall glass garnished with finely sliced pieces of figs on top. Bright arugula leaves, a dusting of cinnamon, and a drizzle of tahini give it a luxurious, Instagram-worthy finish.

Arugula & Figs Suzme Smoothie

Smoothie - Middle Eastern - April 28, 2024
From above, you see a rainbow-like circle of colorful ingredients: dark purple soba in the center, surrounded by green cucumber ribbons, pink slices of heirloom tomatoes, smoky slices of eggplant, and a smattering of bright red chili flakes and toasted sesame seeds on top for a contrast, with a rich peanut-tahini dressing drizzle.

Fusion Summer Soba Salad with Peanut-Tahini Dressing

Main Course - Fusion - July 20, 2024
Imagine a platter showcasing charred cabbage wedges, sprinkled with vibrant pomegranate seeds, fresh herbs, and a drizzle of creamy, smoky tahini BBQ sauce. The smoky undertones of the dish contrast with the vibrant garnishing, making it visually appetizing.

Spiced Grilled Cabbage with Tahini BBQ Sauce

BBQ - Middle Eastern - September 09, 2024
A vivid presentation in a bowl, with the flaky, honey-glazed salmon resting on a bed of fluffy quinoa and roasted vegetables, the bright oranges and yellows from the butternut squash pepping up the grey-grain texture. The bowl is garnished with a handful of crisp yet shiny greens of baby spinach and a sprinkle of creamy feta cheese, imparting a mosaic of vibrant colors topped with a drizzle of the glossy, rich tahini dressing.

Autumn-Inspired Mediterranean Salmon Bowl

Main Course - Fusion - October 19, 2024
A vibrant plate layered with colorful greens, purples, oranges, and whites from the falafel, salad, and tahini drizzle. The majesty of the roasted eggplant crowned with the scatter of pomegranate seeds, mint, and a drizzle of ruby red pomegranate molasses is a sight to behold.

Roasted Eggplant and Chickpea Shawarma

Main Course - Middle Eastern - November 01, 2024
A colorful cascade of succulent shrimp and stir-fried vegetables served over a bed of quinoa, drizzled with a golden tahini sauce. Garnished with hints of red chili flakes and lightly toasted sesame seeds, the dish pops with an irresistible fusion of color.

'Medi-Sino' Shrimp Stir-Fry with Lemon Tahini Drizzle

Main Course - Fusion - December 31, 2024