New Arabic Dining Concept

Centara Grand at CentralWorld presents The Levant, a new Arabic dining concept on the 24th floor, drawing from the culinary traditions of Lebanon, Syria, Jordan and, Palestine. Rooted in a culture of gathering, the experience reflects a style of dining where dishes are placed at the centre of the table and shared over conversation. The restaurant is certified to halal standards, ensuring that the menu aligns with traditional preparation methods.

 

Available daily from noon – 11pm, the menu follows the rhythm of Levantine cooking, beginning with mezze and moving through salads, charcoal-grilled selections and desserts. Familiar preparations sit alongside staples that define the region’s everyday table.

 

 

The meal opens with a range of mezze, including babaganoush and mouttabal, both built around char-grilled eggplant, alongside hummus finished with olive oil and muhammara, made with roasted red peppers, walnuts and pomegranate molasses. Warm selections such as kibbeh, sambousak and falafel offer contrast in texture, while warak enab, vine leaves filled with rice and herbs, reflects the slower, more traditional side of the cuisine.

 

Salads remain central to the table, with tabbouleh, fattoush and watercress with lemon dressing bringing freshness and balance. From there, the focus shifts to the grill, where meats and seafood are cooked over charcoal, a defining technique of the region. Dishes such as lamb kofta, shish taouk, shish kebab and lamb chops sit alongside grilled hammour (grouper) and giant prawns, each prepared with a restrained use of spice to highlight the ingredient itself.

 

 

For a more complete experience, the mixed grill brings together a selection of skewers and seafood, while plates such as chicken shawarma with rice and garlic sauce offer a familiar point of entry. The menu closes with desserts including kunafa, baklava and muhallabia, where rose, syrup, and nuts define the final course.

 

The kitchen is led by Chef Muhannad Abdul Hadi Qasem, Arabic Sous Chef at Centara Grand at CentralWorld. With more than 20 years of experience across Syria, the United Arab Emirates, Brazil and Thailand, his approach is grounded in traditional technique, shaped by an understanding of how these dishes are prepared and shared at home.

 

 

The drinks list follows a similar direction, with Arabic coffee and Turkish coffee served alongside teas such as karkade. House refreshments include limonana, a blend of fresh lime and mint, and a non-alcoholic piña colada, while fresh juices and smoothies keep the offering light. A small selection of non-alcoholic sparkling wines is also available.

 

For more information and reservations, call +66 (0) 2100 – 6255 or email: diningcgcw@chr.co.th.

 

 

Source: Centara Hotels & Resorts.