Join us for a memorable night in Brooklyn for a celebration of Palestinian culture and history through cuisine by Chef Saif Manna.

We would love to formally invite you to a specially curated plant-based five course tasting menu. This unique dining experience will not only be an opportunity to celebrate Palestinian culture and connect with like minded individuals, but also offer a glimpse into this vibrant cuisine that has been shaped by its geographical location, centuries of history, and the remarkable resilience of its people. 

The cuisine will be a 5 course gastronomic adventure with dishes that blend time-honored recipes with a modern twist. 

The details of the “sofra”, which means dining table in Arabic, but also more importantly implies generosity and hospitality, will be a closely guarded secret to ensure the freshest and most seasonal ingredients. There will be a tantalizing array of flavors, from the delicate nuances of our Amuse Bouche and array of family style (a Palestinian tradition) plates to the rich and comforting notes of our two main courses. The meal will end on a high note with a delectable dessert. The theme of the menu will be an elevated experience of grandma’s table with a holistic approach to all the ingredients to ensure minimum food waste. Finally, the night will conclude with a special token of appreciation that you’ll be able to take home with you. It will serve as a heartfelt reminder of the evening and the impact of your support. 

Where will the money be going?

We are thrilled to be partnering with Denizens Society on this event. Denizens Society is a non profit based out of Cairo providing essential medical care, food, and shelter to recently evacuated Gazan refugees in desperate situations. All proceeds from the event will go to Denizen Society and for more info, check out @denizenssociety on Instagram. It is run by Palestinian American Rebecca Doudak (aka @bodegacatx on Instagram and TikTok). Feel free to check her channels out for more information as well. 

About the chefs:

Chef Saif Manna is a self taught chef and baker who started cooking and baking starting at just 8 years old. Over the summer, he would visit his grandparents in Jordan and witnessing how they cooked traditional Palestinian food and their dedication to making everything from scratch nurtured Saif’s love for food even further. Saif always dreamt of one day having his own business and at the age of 22, he launched his popular Philadelphia based Levantine inspired bakery called Manna Bakery and seeks to continue his journey in the culinary world for as long as he can breathe.

Chef Abdalrahman Ayyad studied at Les Roches Culinary School in Jordan. He has years of experience working in Jordan , Hong Kong and New York City with chefs like Nobu and Jean-George. He is currently the Chef de Cuisine at Madre NYC.

Details:

• Date: Sunday May 19, 2024
• Time: 7:30 pm
• Location: Cafe Camellia, 318 Graham Ave, Brooklyn, NY (Right off the Graham L stop)
• Dress Code: Whatever you feel comfortable in!

Due to the exclusive nature of this event, seats are limited. Reserve your spot early to ensure your place at the table for this unforgettable evening of culinary delight, cultural enrichment, and meaningful support.

If you cannot attend but would like to donate, check out different ways to donate to Denizens Society here: linktr.ee/denizenssociety