Fakih faced his fears and decided to strip the menu of French frills: 'I think I was scared to pursue Lebanese on its own,' he says.
With the delays, Fakih discussed with his team, and they decided, 'screw it, let's go full Lebanese. Let's actually be proud of who we are. Let's prove to you that Lebanese can be fine dining.'
He's dubbed the debut lineup 'Teta's Tasting' after his grandmother, who sends him personalized cooking videos from her home in Lebanon.
Beity's approach reflects a shift among those who want to celebrate cultural cuisines, offering a tasting menu designed to create a communal atmosphere of a traditional Lebanese meal.
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