Last night I had a farewell dinner with the people that I’m currently working with at the Mecca Bah restaurant in The Emporium. It was the first time that many people had eaten there, and the quality of food, as always, did not disappoint. With a party of 18 people attending dinner, I thought it best to have dinner early in the evening, straight after work as this place does not take bookings. Although we were split over two tables, I think everyone had a great night.

Dinner started off with various mezzes including turkish breads and dips, Bastilla (Moroccan chicken pastries), Silverbeet rolls filled with chickpeas, rice & herbs, Kataifi pastry filled with Middle Eastern cheeses, and Spicy Turkish kofte and yogurt sauce. I followed up the entrees with the Roast Zucchini with Middle Eastern cheeses, lemon and mint turkish pizza which had a really strong lemon flavour and was a refreshing and filling main.

Thanks to everyone (Lindsay, Sam, Joe, Anthony, David, Bronwyn, Mandy, Jules, Ivan, Martha, Kate, Hamish, Gary, Jen, Ajit, Julian and Brett) for the lovely evening and especially wonderful company.