Le Cedre offers Lebanese delights in a unique setting Courtesy of Le Cedre

A new restaurant review
feature from WBJ

Le Cedre
Al. Solidarności 61
lecedre.pl

Although the Praga neighborhood of Warsaw has become increasingly trendy in recent years, few would probably think of going there for a business lunch. It’s time to think again, because just one tram stop away from the Old Town, Lebanese restaurant Le Cedre makes an excellent case for why one should.

Its refined, traditional Le-banese cuisine is worlds away from the omnipresent kebabs which most Poles seem to have developed a great taste for. And one of the best ways to take advantage of the wonderful array of exotic dishes available at Le Cedre is to pick one of the four set menus, priced from zł.118 to zł.190 for two people. Each offers a selection of between 14 to 21 warm and cold appetizers (mezzah) and main courses.

Tabbouleh (a lovely, fresh parsley-based salad) and hummus (a homemade chickpea and sesame sauce puree), two absolute musts of any Lebanese lunch, are representative of the exotic yet fresh tastes on the menu. Also worthy of recommendation is kibbeh nayeh, a Lebanese tartar with pine nuts, and basterma, which is sliced smoked beef with a special blend of spices (which are brought back from Beirut by owner Tony Nasr several times a year). A savory vegetarian set menu is also available.

On top of offering a wide variety of tastes, set menus are ideal for sharing, which helps to create a favorable atmosphere for team-building and developing business relationships, says Mr Nasr. But while the relaxed atmosphere and lush decor invite a feeling of celebration, Le Cedre also offers a quiet, private setting where it is possible to get work done. The restaurant provides private rooms and free wireless internet access.

Before you leave, don’t forget to try the Lebanese coffee (with cardamom) or tea (with cardamom, cinnamon and mint), paired with some of Warsaw’s freshest baklavas – its simply divine.

Reservations: 22 670 11 66,
lecedre@lecedre.pl

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