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Cost: $135 inclusive of tax and gratuity
CHEFS MARJORIE MEEK-BRADLEY AND MICHAEL RAFIDI ANNOUNCE ‘SAHTAYN,’ A DINNER EXPERIENCE PRESENTING INSPIRATIONS FROM A RECENT CULINARY EXPLORATION OF LEBANON ON 6/17
In April 2019, the Chefs of St. Anselm and Albi Spent Nine Days Exploring the Culinary Heritage and Culture of Lebanon. On June 17th, the Two Washington, D.C. Chefs Will Collaboratively Present Twelve Dishes Showcasing Techniques, Spices and Memories in St. Anselm’s Intimate Beefsteak Room.
Hiking through the Chouf Mountains, breaking bread in family homes, touring spice markets and cooking with local chefs in loved restaurants on a recent shared journey across Lebanon was a life-changing experience for Chef Marjorie Meek-Bradley (Executive Chef,St. Anselm) and Chef Michael Rafidi (Chef/Owner, Albi - opening this fall). The nine-day trip, led by a mutual friend and fellow chef, immersed the Chefs Meek-Bradley and Rafidi in Lebanon’s cuisine, from its modern presentations to its rich cultural roots. On June 17, 2019 at St. Anselm, the two chefs will showcase impactful inspirations from their trip at Sahtayn, a collaborative dinner presenting Lebanese spices, techniques and stories.
“One of my favorite things about Lebanese food is the focus on vegetables and brightness of the acidity used in the cuisine,” says Chef Marjorie. Sharing this focus, Sahtayn will be held in St. Anselm’s intimate Beefsteak Room and will feature a family-style presentation of (at least) twelve dishes, many of which feature spices the chefs personally scooped and ground in the spice markets of Lebanon.
ZA”ATAR MAN”OUSHE
olives & turmeric pickles
hummus ► grilled ramps + lamb awarma
grilled eggplant ► ‘baba ganoush’ + tahini + spring peas
arayes ► duck kebob stuffed in pita + soujek spiced yogurt
marinated lebneh ► tomato + melon + z’hug
bbq’d soft-shell crab ► muhammara + wild herbs
whole rockfish ► roasted in grapeleaves + tabbouleh
shawarma spiced long rib
mashi ► stuffed yellow squash + blossoms
fattoush ► fava beans + cucumbers + torn pita
crispy kibbeh ► carob molasses
shish of mushrooms & asparagus
knafeh ► fresh cheese curd + orange blossom syrup
halva ice cream ► strawberries
maamool ► cookie plate
Cocktails and wines will be paired with the meal. The Sahtayn dinner is $135 per guest, inclusive of tax and gratuity, and diners can make reservations by calling St. Anselm at 202-865-2199.
The dinner will be held on Monday, June 17, 2019 at St. Anselm, with seatings at 6:30pm and at 9:00pm. St. Anselm is located at 1250 5th St. NE, Washington, D.C. 20002.
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