Layalina

A velvety Middle Eastern cream made from cooked chickpeas and tahini (sesame paste). It has a rich, slightly nutty and earthy flavor. Traditionally enjoyed by scooping it with Arabic bread.

A fresh spreadable cheese made by straining yogurt. It has a thick and creamy consistency similar to cream cheese, with a tangy and refreshing taste.

A fluffy and whipped Lebanese garlic sauce, here enriched with pistachio. It has a pungent and strong garlic flavor, perfect for accompanying grilled meats.

A hearty dish of stewed fava beans seasoned with lemon and oil. It has a soft texture and a rustic, savory flavor.

A layered hot dish with crispy bread, hot chickpeas and garlic yogurt sauce. It offers a pleasant contrast between the crispiness of the bread and the creaminess of the yogurt.

A smoky cream based on roasted eggplant and tahini. It has a silky texture and a deep flavor from the smoky eggplant.

Roasted eggplant salad mixed with fresh crunchy vegetables. It combines the smoky flavor of eggplant with the freshness of tomatoes and onions.

Aged and crumbled sheep's cheese, with a very intense and savory flavor. It is served mixed with fresh vegetables to balance its strength.

An appetizer based on grilled vegetables pureed or chopped. The smoky flavor is predominant, enhanced by the tangy sweetness of pomegranate molasses.

Vine leaf rolls stuffed with spiced rice. They have a strong, citrusy flavor due to cooking with lemon juice. Eaten cold.

Olives marinated with traditional spices and sweet and sour dressings. A simple but aromatic Mediterranean appetizer.

Sautéed chicory with garlic and lemon. The slightly bitter taste of the vegetable is balanced by the acidity of the lemon and the sweetness of often added caramelized onions.

Assortment of crunchy pickled or brined vegetables. They serve to cleanse the palate and add acidity to the meal.

A thick and spicy dip made from roasted red peppers and walnuts. It has a complex aromatic profile: sweet, spicy, and smoky at the same time.

Small eggplants preserved in oil, stuffed with a flavorful filling of walnuts and chili peppers. They are tender and rich in flavor, typically eaten for breakfast or as an appetizer.

A richer version of classic hummus, served hot with the addition of spiced minced meat and crunchy pistachios on top.

Small cubes of meat quickly sautéed in a pan with a flavorful sauce, often based on pomegranate molasses. The meat is tender and juicy.

A hot dish combining sautéed mushrooms and spiced minced meat. A rustic and flavorful appetizer.

Small spiced sausages sautéed in a pan and coated with a sweet and sour pomegranate sauce. The flavor is intense, meaty, and slightly tangy.

Spicy and very aromatic sausage, cooked with tomato. It has a strong and spicy flavor, ideal for those who love intense tastes.

Marinated chicken wings grilled until crispy. Usually served with garlic, lemon, and coriander.

A torpedo-shaped croquette made with a bulgur and meat dough, filled with spiced minced meat and pine nuts. Fried until golden, crispy on the outside and soft inside.

Fried potato sticks, golden and crispy.

Fried vegetarian balls made from ground chickpeas and spices. They are crispy and golden on the outside, with a soft, green interior from the aromatic herbs.

Fried potato cubes then sautéed with plenty of garlic, fresh coriander, and chili pepper. A very flavorful and slightly spicy side dish.

Cauliflower florets fried or grilled until tender and golden. Served with tahini sauce which adds creaminess and sesame flavor.

A vegetable stew based on eggplant and tomato, enriched with chickpeas. Similar to caponata, it has a sweet and comforting flavor.

Semi-hard cheese that does not completely melt when heated. It is grilled until it forms a golden crust, maintaining a chewy texture and a savory flavor.

Okra stew in tomato sauce. Okra has a unique texture and a delicate flavor that absorbs the tomato and garlic seasoning well.

Soft and thin traditional flatbread, baked. Essential for accompanying creams and appetizers.

Mixed peasant salad enriched with pieces of fried or toasted Arabic bread. Dressed with pomegranate molasses which gives a distinctive sweet and sour taste.

Very fresh salad where the main ingredient is finely chopped parsley, not lettuce. Dressed with lemon and oil, it is very aromatic and light.

Green leaf salad dressed with sumac, a red spice with a tangy flavor similar to lemon.

Fresh seasonal vegetable salad enriched with feta or similar cheese, which adds savoriness.

Fresh main dish with mixed vegetables and grilled or sautéed chicken, dressed with a creamy sauce.

Creamy and comforting soup made from red lentils. Cumin and lemon give it a warm and slightly spicy aroma.

Light soup rich in vegetables. A healthy and delicate dish.

Chicken broth enriched with spices and fine pasta. Very nutritious and flavorful.

Fried pastry half-moons filled with melted cheese. Crispy outside and stringy inside.

Fried pastry half-moons with a savory filling of spinach and walnuts.

Fried pastry half-moons filled with minced meat and toasted pine nuts. A classic hot appetizer.

Assortment of various fried pastries, ideal for trying different fillings.

Assortment of oven-baked pastries with various fillings.

Oven-baked pastry pockets filled with cheese. Lighter than the fried version.

Oven-baked pastries filled with slightly spicy seasoned meat.

Baked pastries with a characteristic triangular shape, filled with spinach flavored with sumac.

A Lebanese pizza topped with a mixture of dried thyme, sesame seeds, and oil. Very aromatic.

Lebanese pizza topped with fresh yogurt cheese, with a tangy and creamy taste.

A very thin pizza topped with spiced minced meat and tomato. Crispy and flavorful.

Spiced minced meat skewers, grilled. A rich dish served with rice and vegetables.

Tender marinated meat morsels grilled on a skewer. The grilled flavor is combined with the marinade spices.

Elongated minced meat meatballs, grilled. Similar to kebab but with a different spice blend.

Minced meat kebab enriched with pistachios in the dough, which add crunchiness and flavor.

Main dish of spiced Lebanese sausages, served as a complete meal with side dishes.

A type of open pizza or savory pie with minced meat. Very flavorful thanks to pomegranate molasses.

Chicken skewers marinated in yogurt and lemon, then grilled. The chicken remains very tender and juicy.

Mixed grilled chicken served with the typical Lebanese garlic cream and side dishes.

Marinated meat roasted on a vertical spit and cut into thin strips. Very aromatic and spiced.

A large mixed grill to share, including various types of meats and kebabs.

Grilled lamb chops. The meat is flavorful and tender, to be eaten with hands, stripping the bone.

Roasted chicken served in a generous portion. Crispy skin and juicy meat.