Unfortunately being a poor grad student doesn't allow for much opportunity for fine dining or eating at restaurants. However, when I do get the chance I always try to enjoy the experience with a few friends. This past Thursday I went to eat at one of my favorite area restaurants, Zaytoun Bistro, with my two friends John and Khal. Zaytoun Bistro (or Zaytoun's for short) is a local family owned and operated Middle Eastern restaurant located in the corner of a very unassuming office building. Sure the location isn't great but the food more than makes up for that. If you aren't familiar with Middle Eastern food all I can say is....that's a shame. Find an authentic restaurant in your area ASAP.
Middle Eastern food is quite diverse but relies on very similar regional staples, olives, olive oil, grains, tahini, and beans such as the chick pea. The diet itself is known to be very healthy, rich in good mono and polyunsaturated fats which are proven to reduce heart disease. The foods can be a little heavy on the carbohydrates though so if you're trying to lose weight try to enjoy them in moderation.
Hummus with Pita. One of my favorite dishes, Dolma, in the background
Fuul (or Fūl) fava bean, olive oil, parsley, garlic, and lemon juice and Labneh (a yogurt dish) in the background
One of the best falafel sandwiches I've ever had.
Eat up everyone!
Take care of yourself and each other!
There is a place here in Greensboro called Jack's Corner that you can get Falafel. It's pretty good.
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