International Lebanese Food Chain Zaatar W Zeit Debuts In India: First Outlets Open In Mumbai

Bandra has a brand new Lebanese restaurant situated in none aside from the well-known Pali Hill locality. Zaatar W Zeit, a global meals chain, just lately made its debut in India by opening an outlet on this neighbourhood. This city informal eating institution is thought for its contemporary salads, wraps, and snacks, together with a variety of Lebanese staples. Founded in Lebanon in 1999, this model has grown to determine a presence throughout a number of nations. Currently, Zaatar W Zeit operates 26 branches in Lebanon and roughly 70 in different components of the world. Passion Cuisine has introduced it to India (the identical F&B group that owns famend eating places within the UAE and India, resembling Avatara, Tresind, Carnival by Tresind, Tresind Studio, and Maison De Curry.) In Mumbai, though the flagship outlet is in Bandra, Zaatar W Zeit has concurrently launched two others in Andheri East and NESCO Goregaon.

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The Bandra outlet is well-situated and cosy – appropriate for grabbing a fast, satiating meal. In normal, the curation of the menu, portion sizes and flavour profiles would additionally enchantment to those that order their meals on the workplace. The fare is uncomplicated, largely healthful and guarantees to journey effectively. Additionally, the model goals to face out by providing foodies an opportunity to find Lebanese dishes past the same old hummus and falafel (however, the menu does comprise crowd favourites). “Shawarma may be everywhere, but Lebanese cuisine is more than that & Zaatar W Zeit is here to offer an experience that redefines how Mumbai enjoys Lebanese food,” says Chef Sarfaraz Ahmed, Corporate Chef, Passion F&B India. “Spices are sourced directly from Lebanon, and while often perceived as mild compared to Indian cuisine, Lebanese food is rich in fresh vegetables, handmade bread, and wholesome ingredients,” he underscores.

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One of the signature dishes right here is the za’atar manakeesh – a delicate flatbread with the eponymous aromatic spice combine (the restaurant’s title means “Za’atar and Olive Oil” in Arabic). Other manakeesh varieties are additionally obtainable, a few of which characteristic distinctive elements resembling conventional Levantine Akkawi cheese. The flatbread part of the menu is separate and supplies an array of scrumptious toppings. Salad lovers can go for classics like Caesar or Fattoush or style signature ones just like the Quinoa Tabbouleh or Halloumi Salad. The starters additionally characteristic an fascinating mixture of basic cafe-style bites and area of interest appetisers resembling Halloumi Sticks and Cheese Sambousek (flaky fried Middle Eastern pastries with a savoury filling). As for wraps, one can relish the Famous Chicken, Spizy Chicken, Classic Chicken Shawarma, or Soujouk Wrap, alongside vegetarian choices like Brown Baked Falafel. Those wanting heartier mains can savour the skillet choices together with the Chicken Shawarma Skillet, Creamy Escalope Pasta, Golden Taouk Skillet And Halloumi Pan. Guests can pair their meals with easy coffee-based drinks or cold-pressed juices – the beverage choices aren’t intensive. Those searching for a candy ending can dig into desserts like Z Knefeh, Cheesecakes, Chocolate Lava Cake, Nutella & Banana Manakeesh, and so on.

Zaatar W Zeit Mumbai Outlets’ Addresses:

Bandra: Pali Naka, Bandra, Shop no 2, opp Jai Hind Lunch Home, Pali Naka Bandra (West).
Andheri: Gala no 1 & 2, JB Metal Building, Arjandas Metal Industries, opp. Hotel Quaint Suites, Ansa Industrial Estate, Compound, Andheri (East).
Goregaon: 5V23+MXR, NESCO, Goregaon.