A dinner inspired by cuisines from the Islamic world; a large portion of the proceeds are sent directly to refugee families in need.

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Benefiting The Edible Schoolyard Project
A dinner inspired by cuisines from the Islamic world; a large portion of the proceeds are sent directly to refugee families in need.
Banned Food is a charitable dinner event which celebrates the food from the Islamic world. Each course represents a country including dishes from Syria, Iran, Libya, Yemen, Iraq, Somalia, and Sudan. The majority of proceeds will go directly to local refugee families who are rebuilding their lives away from their countries of origin with little to no resources.
The Menu:
Arak from Syria —Anise, Mint, pomegranate
Mazza from Yemen, Syria — Hummus, tahini, tabouleh, smoked eggplant, labneh with za'atar, charred cauliflower, pickles and olives, pita
Maraq Bocor from Somalia — Pumpkin, eggplant, chili
Sabich from Iraq — Eggplant, soft boiled egg, tahini, amba
Shahan Ful from Sudan — Fava bean, berbere, cilantro
Jeweled Rice from Iran — Shallots, barberries, almonds, spices
Branzino Hraime from Lybia — Smoked tomato, harissa, cilantro, fennel
Sweets from Syria, Yemen — Halva, Madjhool dates, and Hawaij coffee
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