Christmas 2023
Christmas Menu
Mezze – (guest choice)
Patlıcan Salatası-Smoked eggplant mixed with roasted red pepper, garlic and yogurt.
Mücver-Fritters made from zucchini, feta, eggs, scallions, dill, parsley and served over a housemade garlic-infused yogurt sauce.
Yaprak Dolması-Turkish grape leaves filled with our own blend of rice, walnuts and currant stuffing.
Main Course – (guest choice)
İstim –A classic Ottoman dish of lamb shank, slow braised in a tomato & herb marinade, served over a creamy smoked eggplant puree.
Talulla’s Güveç – A sautéed seasonal vegetables slowly casseroled in a rich tomato, herb sauce presented with a choice of lamb, chicken, shrimp or vegetarian.
Balık Şiş-Char-grilled wild salmon served with an arugula salad.
Patlıcan Oturtması-Layers of fried eggplant topped with a tomato sauce and feta, baked in a stone oven served with an arugula salad.
Tavuk İskender – Chicken Döner on a bed of toasted Turkish bread, home-made yogurt and tomato sauce.
Karışık Izgara (Mixed Grill)-Meat sampler with Adana Kebabı, Chicken Döner, Dana şiş.
Desserts- (guest choice)
Baklava Cheesecake- Layers of fillo dough with walnuts, baked and topped with syrup and pistachio nuts mixed with original creamy cheesecake.
Kazan Dibi- Caramelized upside down milk pudding served in layers.
Islak Kek – Rich chocolate cake with walnuts.
$50 per person + Gratuity and tax
Optional $22 Wine Pairing available