Winter Specials – Carob House

Olive Oil Ice Cream

Creamy homemade olive oil ice cream, resting on a delicate bed of olive oil foam topped with Bacheeleh crumble (a fragrant mix of olive oil, roasted wheat, sesame, and carob), finished with fresh thyme leaves.

Mushroom Hummos

Creamy homemade hummus, topped with sautéed mushrooms, confit garlic, and caramelized roasted onions. a touch of fermented green chili, drizzle of virgin olive oil and toasted pine nuts.

Pumpkin Baklava

A festive twist on the classic baklava, this dessert features layers of crunchy spiced baklava sheets filled with pumpkin cream, sautéed spiced pumpkin, and caramelized nuts. Topped with a scoop of pumpkin ice cream and crispy sage leaves, it offers a perfect balance of sweetness and spice.

Braised Ossobuco in Tomato-Apricot Sauce

Tender braised ossobuco cooked in a rich tomato, apricot, mint, and confit garlic sauce, served with sautéed farro and pine nuts. This hearty dish brings together deep, savory flavors with a hint of sweetness and a delightful crunch from the farro and pine nuts.

Beetroot Soup with Pumpkin Chestnut Kubbeh

A rich and velvety beetroot soup made with beetroot, celery, onion, leek, and dill, with a subtle touch of lemon juice to brighten the flavor. Served with delicious pumpkin kibbeh stuffed with a savory mix of mushrooms, chestnuts, and tarragon.

Roasted Cauliflower Apple Salad

A fresh and vibrant salad featuring roasted cauliflower, crisp green apple, kale, and juicy pomegranate seeds, all topped with crumbled feta cheese. The dish is dressed with a warm thyme-garlic dressing, adding a delightful richness and depth of flavor. the perfect balance of textures and tastes for the holiday season.

Orange Fennel Salad

Orange fillet, fennel, red onion, watercress, walnut, meat kubbeh crust, sumaq vinaigrette