CHEF ALI ELBOURJI x CHEF SIMOUN CHAKOUR
~A Taste of Beirut at Souk~
07 November 2019, Mumbai: The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai brings Chef Ali Elbourji, of AYAMNA to the SOUK from 20 to 24 November 2019 for a special Middle Eastern showcase.
Over the years, The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai has always taken the road less travelled by bringing unique dining experiences from around the world to India. This time, Chef de Cuisine, Ali Elbourji from Atlantis, The Palm Dubai’s Ayamna restaurant will collaborate with Souk’s own Chef Simoun Chakour to offer guests the opportunity to explore the finer nuances of Middle Eastern cuisine. Ali Elbourji, who is known for his innovative cuisine that pays homage to the tastes, flavours and traditions of Lebanon will bring his signature recipes from Ayamna.
Chef Simoun, also a Lebanese master chef, has spent more than ten years in India and has been instrumental in making Souk the city favourite that it is today.
With splendid views of the Arabian Sea, the rooftop experience at the Souk will feature an elaborate Levantine menu created by both Chef Ali & Chef Simoun. Guests can experience flavours of authentic Lebanese cuisine with a fresh, modern twist with dishes including traditional mezze, flavour-packed appetizers, soups, Lebanese mixed grills, and classic Lebanese desserts. Popular dishes such as Shrimp Kunafa and lobster with saffron will also feature on the menu.
Commenting on this unique collaboration, Mr. Amit Chowdhury, Executive Chef – The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai, said, “Our guests increasingly look for the finest international dining experiences in the heart of Mumbai. To cater to the ever-changing palate, we look forward to introducing the city to the finer nuances of Middle Eastern cuisine. With two master chefs in-house, we hope our guests enjoy this experience that will offer the very best of Lebanon and Morocco.”
Ali Elbourji, Chef de Cuisine, Atlantis, The Palm, Dubai said, “I feel privileged to be invited by Chef Raghu and his team to The Taj Mahal Palace Hotel to showcase the authentic flavours of Lebanese dishes that have been handed down through generations. I look forward to introducing Ayamna’s popular dishes to Mumbai and am excited to be collaborating with Chef Simoun.”
Chef Ali Elbourji comes to the SOUK at The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai this November.
Date: 20 to 24 November 2019
Venue: SOUK at The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai
Time: 12:30-15:00hrs & 19:00-23:30hrs
Offerings: Daily Mezze Buffet with Ala Carte Options + Sunday Brunch
Contact: +91 22 6665 3272
