Where tradition meets pleasure
Syrian cuisine is naturally rich in vegetarian and vegan dishes - this is not a modern invention, but deeply rooted in our culture. Two reasons have shaped this tradition for centuries:
In Christianity, there are numerous periods of fasting throughout the year - in addition, meat is traditionally abstained from every Friday. This spiritual practice has resulted in a cuisine that is free from animal products, yet full of flavor and sophistication.
Syria lies on the Mediterranean and is criss-crossed by numerous rivers and streams, which make the country exceptionally fertile. The coastal regions and the vast plains between the Euphrates and Tigris rivers are a veritable paradise for vegetables, pulses and fruit. This abundance has given rise to a cuisine that sees vegetables not as a side dish, but as the star of the plate.
The most popular meat in Syria is lamb - and as we all know, lamb is also vegetarian. This brings our plant-based tradition full circle.
The menu
Mazza - with new delicious recipes
Tabbouleh with fine bulgur
Broad beans with mint, lemon and olive oil
Falafel classic
Seyt wa Zaatar - Wild oregano with sesame and sumac
Stuffed vine leaves with rice and fresh mint
Hummus Beiruti
Zucchinis with rocket/tahina dip
Okra with coriander
Olive salad with pistachios and pomegranate
Main courses
Lentils with bulgur and cumin, roasted onions and oriental salad
or
Spinach on thyme and lemon sauce, with pine nuts and basmati rice
or
Spicy eggplant and bell pepper ragout, with chickpeas, cinnamon and pimento rice
Everything with sea bream or marinated scampi on request
Dessert
Marzipan variation with almonds and hazelnuts, served with halva
Menu prices
Vegan 3-course: 40 €
Mazza | one main course | one dessert
With fish or scampi: 48 €
The menus are served by the table - so you can enjoy the variety of Syrian cuisine together.
We look forward to welcoming you here!
Best regards from Hamburg
Your Saliba Alsterarkaden team