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What makes some restaurants better than others? It’s a question on every food lover and dining enthusiast’s mind, as well as any restaurant owner. At Zahli, we know that amid this “ethnic food war,” or more lightly put, the competition over whose dining experience is the absolute best, we work the hardest behind the curtain… Continue reading 6 Reasons Why Zahli Is Considered The Best Middle Eastern Restaurant In Sydney

Although first dates can be fun, they may often be stressful. No matter how eager we may be to meet someone new, it is normal to feel nervous. There is plenty to worry about—choosing what to wear, deciding what topics to cover with your partner, and more. A cosy restaurant, a warm atmosphere, tasty food,… Continue reading 4 Reasons to spend your first date at Zahli Restaurant

Are you a seafood lover? Besides the burst of flavour, seafood, especially fish, brings an abundance of health benefits. It is a good source of protein, is low in cholesterol and rich in vitamins and minerals including zinc, potassium and Vitamin B. However, the main benefit of seafood comes from its Omega-3 fatty acids contents,… Continue reading Our Favourite Seafood Dish: Samki Harra

Sydney is known for its wide array of healthy restaurant options. With an increasingly health-conscious population, it’s no surprise that more and more healthy restaurants are popping up around the country. In The Rocks, we are fortunate to have an eclectic mix of cuisines and restaurants. All have delicious food representative of their respective cuisines… Continue reading Why Lebanese cold mezzas are the healthiest dishes from The Rocks restaurants

Middle Eastern food is diverse as well as fresh, rich and vibrant. Similarly, the restaurants that their food is served in are lively and full of entertainment and warm hospitality. This culture didn’t come from just anywhere. There’s a reason that Middle Eastern food and restaurants around the world share commonalities in their food and… Continue reading Deepen your restaurant experience: learn the rich history of Middle Eastern food

The Rich History Lebanese food draws its roots from historical influences of its people and geographical region. For villages who highly depended on the land for their wellbeing, Lebanese food embraces a mix of vegetables, herbs and spices that are core to so many recipes. Dating back to the Ottoman Empire, Lebanese food as we… Continue reading Middle Eastern Cuisine: Made and Mastered for Sharing

Situated between the east and the west, Lebanon is a culinary and cultural crossroad where western civilisation is believed to have begun. The cuisine of this ancient land is diverse and engraved in history with both the eastern and western influences evident in its cuisine. A unique cultural history has paved the way for Lebanese… Continue reading The History of Lebanese Cuisine

Lebanese food is “soul” food – it’s comforting, it’s authentic, it’s true to itself, and most importantly, it makes you feel good. One of the greatest things about this cuisine is that it is diverse enough to satisfy any preference and sample any flavour. Most importantly, Lebanese food is about creating a true culinary experience.… Continue reading An Authentic Lebanese Restaurant Experience: What does it involve?

Zahli has been awarded the Reader’s Choice 2019 for Middle Eastern Cuisine. The Australian Good Food Guide’s aim is to award exceptional chefs that exemplify individuality. The awards are designed to avoid standardisation, rather focusing on a lifestyle that involves class, distinction and personal taste. AGFG Readers’ Choice Awards allow the Australian public to vote… Continue reading Zahli Restaurant Awarded 2019 Readers’ Choice Award for best Middle Eastern

Coffee means more than just a morning pick-me-up to Lebanese people. Served throughout the day, at home, at work and in cafes, coffee has a special role in the culture and social life of Lebanese people. In good times and in bad, coffee is a pinnacle of social cohesion. Used as an accompaniment in meetings,… Continue reading Lebanese coffee meets the restaurants of The Rocks