54 Nov22219 Best Middle Eastern Restaurant 2022 – Singapore Established in 2013, award-winning Middle Eastern restaurant, Shabestan, brings the true taste of Persian cuisine to Singapore. We learn more about the company and its mission as it gains a prestigious title in LUXlife’s Food and Drink Awards 2022. Located in the heart of Robertson Quay, and sprawling over 3,200 square feet of well-designed contemporary space, Shabestan is lauded for its authenticity. It uses genuine Persian spices, herbs, and cooking techniques to ensure that customers are not only completely satisfied, but eager to return for more. Created from the heart, each dish at Shabestan is made from scratch under the watchful eye of Executive Head Chef, Hany Moustafa Basyouni Gabr – using only the finest ingredients. The experienced culinary team adheres to authentic Persian cooking techniques that has been satisfying Middle Eastern food cravings for centuries, such as the famous mezze, charcoal grilled kebabs, lamb kubideh, shandiz (lamb chops), shah pasand chicken, ghormeh sabzi, bahala polo machicheh (lamb shank) and many more. Catering for gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan guests alike, the restaurant is able to create dishes to suit all tastes and dietary requirements. Hany has been preparing Middle Eastern cuisine for the last 26 years – having previously worked in the kitchens of a Middle Eastern Royal Family, Executive Chef Hany’s passion for Persian cuisine has got him using the best of ingredients and traditional Persian cooking techniques to ensure authentic Persian cuisine at Shabestan. “Having mastered the art of cooking Middle-Eastern cuisine, the one Persian dish that stands out are the Persian Kebabs,” says Chef Hany of his menu. “From the way the meat is marinated, to the way it is moulded onto the skewer before being grilled over charcoal flames, the Persian kebabs are a must-try.” Shabestan uses premium halal lamb, halal beef, halal chicken, and halal fish, pairing it with the finest of ingredients such as saffron, olive oil, pomegranates, prunes, raisins, nuts, and more to bring a truly authentic Persian gastronomic experience, with every dish being made in house, and from scratch, by the experienced and knowledgeable chefs. “At Shabestan, we serve locals and ex-pats alike,” explains Madan Kishor, Shabestan’s General Manager. “Over the years we have become known for our premium quality food and consistency.” Whether customers are looking for a romantic ambience, such as an alfresco dining experience by the river, or having a lunch or dinner party for several people, Shabestan is able to accommodate both indoor and outdoor dining experiences. It also has a private dining room for a grand Persian dining experience which can accommodate up to 26 guests, and is ideal for special occasions and events when good food is imperative. Shabestan's mission is to make Persian food and culture more accessible to everyone in Singapore. Which is exactly why the company looks for passionate individuals to join the team and share the hospitable Persian food and culture. During the Covid-19 pandemic the hospitality industry encountered many challenges, however the team at Shabestan was proactive in its mission to continue to provide the region with its delicious dishes. “We extended our service to island-wide delivery,” elaborates Puneet Agarwal, Director. “We started catering Persian food at home as well as dining in and this is something which has continued once all the food establishments were able to reopen once again. “ Recently, the restaurant gained even more recognition when it was named Best Middle Eastern Restaurant 2022, Singapore, in the Food and Drink Awards 2022. This achievement is testament to the dedication of the entire team at Shabestan who tirelessly continued to provide the best quality food to customers during the pandemic – as well as afterwards. Now, Shabestan is looking to refresh and improve its menu in 2023 in order to create an even more unique and memorable Persian dining experience. Contact: [email protected] Company: Shabestan Pte Ltd Web Address: www.shabestan.sg
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