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- A glass door slides open to welcome you
- Two tables, one seating 7 and the other seating 4 guests fill in the space while the bar fits groups up to 6
- The wood floor looks like wine crates placed one next to the other imprinted with thick letters usually seems on wood containers
- All the walls are covered with wood for isolation, sound and humidity control purposes
- The bar is the main attraction here, covered with stone and a thick wooden surface facing the slicer and fridge
- An ambiance of burgundy, crushed petals and light wood takes over. A relaxing feel and a soothing spirit
- Two fridges, one for cold cuts and the other for cheese are lit and awaited to be opened
- At the bottom of the rectangular space is the wine cellar, Najib's protected place where fine supreme wines are stored, maintained at 15degreesC and a humidity of 78%
- Go up the second floor on the metallic stairs where Najib’s office welcomes you as well as a high table, where group tastings are organized and food is prepared
I decided to take the corner table, under the speaker, on the relaxing bench, next to the cellar and facing the preparation area, throwing an eye on the slicer in action. I stood up from time to time for a slice of Tete De Moine cheese sliced in seconds at the bar.
Crunchiness with a simple majestic feel. It's impressive how taste changes when food is sliced...
- Provolone with jam from Quana far (kbouch, wild black current), Mimolette affilée de trios ans, Comté doux, Gambosola cheese with raisin, Manchego... I felt like enjoying some cheese where fresh batches have just arrived from the four corners of Europe
- Sardine on a toast with (zube3) thyme, butter and lemon cubes: A crunchy feel, subtle sardine taste, strong and interesting lemon zest and a smooth butter finish. I loved this one.
- Chorizo, sundried tomatoes, red grilled pepper, pickled onions on toast: Subtitle smooth chorizo, sweet taste, interesting crunchiness
- Mortadella cake: That's a favorite! An innovative creation to say the least. One layer on top of the other, Italian ham seasoned with balsamic vinegar and mixed with cheese, sundried tomato, red onion spinach with chives. Simplicity redefined into a tart-like beautifully presented creation that will make me come back for
- Finokiona: italian salami with anis, Smoked turkey, Labneh darfiyé from Ehden, Homemade chutney apricot, pickles, mustard grains
- Mille feuille d'aubergine and four cheese: Imagine a mille feuille like you never tasted before. Thin sliced eggplants filled with cheese in the middle, melting all together for the pleasure of your senses
- Halloum cheese marinated in white wine, parsley and mushrooms: cubes and slices with new interesting flavors, rich feel and surely beautiful to see
- Beetroot carpaccio with chives and parsley with vinaigre de rins
- Salad in a glass bowl: A signature item, Najib serves at the end of the tasting. Inside a round cognac glass are some lettuce, pine nuts, apples, cranberries, orange zest, rocket and sesame seeds. Freshness in a cup, beautiful to see and enjoyable to eat
- Sohat glass bottles are used. I love this detail. Even the water tastes different from a glass bottle
- The music choice is exactly what I was expecting to enjoy
- The serving plates are classy and different, they fit the place perfectly well
- Everything is freshly cut in front of the customers
- The salad cognac-like glass is a must see. A beautiful way to end your dinner - Great idea Najib